MRC Roussillon — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
grant_single|update May 14, 2025
QC, Canada
Supports entrepreneurial growth and economic development in Quebec
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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Loans and Capital investments
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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- MRC de Roussillon
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grant_card_status|open
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The Fonds locaux d'investissement (FLI) and Fonds de solidarité (FLS) de la MRC Roussillon offer financial support of up to $250,000 to promote the creation and development of viable businesses. This program is designed to finance activities such as expansion, improvement, asset acquisition and business start-ups.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
- Term loans ranging from $5,000 to $250,000 per project.
- Maximum of $50,000 available for companies in operation for less than 3 years.
- Minimum equity contribution of 20% of the project cost required.
- Funding may cover up to 50% of the total project cost.
grant_single_labels|projects
This grant supports business growth and economic enhancements within the MRC of Roussillon. Eligible projects aim to foster entrepreneurship, improve regional business capabilities, and sustain employment.
- Business startup initiatives to encourage new entrepreneurial ventures.
- Expansion projects to increase the capacity and reach of existing businesses.
- Infrastructure improvements or transformations to modernize operations.
- Acquisition of businesses to ensure continuity and growth.
- Entrepreneurial succession planning for seamless business transitions.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 120,000
Develop a sustainable urban farming initiative
$ 200,000
Expand renewable energy solutions in remote areas
$ 150,000
Launch a tech hub for local startups
$ 75,000
Enhance skills training for unemployed youth
$ 200,000
Establish a cultural arts center in downtown
$ 150,000
Create a mobile health unit for rural communities
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's legal status and location.
- The applicant must be a legally constituted for-profit enterprise or a collective enterprise, such as cooperatives and non-profit organizations, under the laws of Quebec or Canada.
- The applicant must have its head office located in Quebec and be registered in the Registre des entreprises du Québec (REQ).
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
- For-profit companies legally incorporated in Quebec or Canada
- Collective enterprises such as cooperatives
- Non-profit organizations (NPOs) as defined by the Act on the Social Economy
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The grant supports expenses associated with investment projects.
- Capital expenditures such as the acquisition of technology, land, buildings, equipment, machinery, and rolling stock.
- Professional fees related to the project's realization and implementation.
- Asset acquisitions including real estate, equipment, and rolling stock, excluding goodwill expenses.
- Purchases of software, technologies, and patents, excluding research and development activities.
- Additional working capital necessary for project completion for a maximum period of two years.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant supports businesses aiming to enhance the economic landscape within a defined regional area. Eligible locations are specified to foster employment and economic growth in the region.
- Businesses with their headquarters located within the MRC Roussillon.
grant_single_labels|apply
1
Project preparation
- Determine your company's eligibility by consulting the conditions of the FLI/FLS.
- Develop a solid business plan that highlights the economic viability of your project.
2
Document collection
- Gather all required documents, including financial statements, the detailed budget, and financial projections.
- Ensure that your business is registered with the Québec Enterprise Register (REQ).
3
Submission of the application
- Contact the Roussillon MRC office to obtain the official application form or check their website for instructions.
- Fill out and sign the application form with all the required information.
- Attach all supporting documents to your application.
4
Sending the request
- Send the completed application by mail or email to the address of the MRC of Roussillon provided in the instructions.
- Verify that everything has been submitted correctly before the indicated deadline.
5
Follow-up on the request
- Receive a confirmation of receipt of your request from the MRC of Roussillon.
- Wait for a decision or prepare additional information if requested by the organization.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The Funds (FLI and FLS) are designed to complement existing bank financing, indicating their role in enhancing access to comprehensive funding solutions.
- A minimum 20% equity or contribution toward the project's total costs is required from the applicant, ensuring the business' commitment and responsibility.
- The grant aims at helping businesses not only grow but also to sustainably support employment in the region, emphasizing long-term economic stability.
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4506381221