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MRC Roussillon — Local investment and solidarity funds (FLI and FLS)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Supports entrepreneurial growth and economic development in Quebec
Loans and Capital investments
Overview
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.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve employee retention
- Develop employee skills
- Renovate your business/factory
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Roussillon
- Montérégie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Activities funded
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.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 120,000
Develop a sustainable urban farming initiative
$ 75,000
Enhance skills training for unemployed youth
$ 200,000
Expand renewable energy solutions in remote areas
$ 150,000
Launch a tech hub for local startups
$ 200,000
Establish a cultural arts center in downtown
$ 150,000
Create a mobile health unit for rural communities
Eligibility
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).
Who is eligible?
- 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
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.
Eligible geographic areas
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.
How to 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.
Additional information
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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