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MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund
Funding for social economy and collective enterprise projects
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Laurentides, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports collective entrepreneurship and social economy projects in the MRC of Thérèse-De Blainville. It can fund pre-startup, startup, consolidation, and expansion projects, with support of up to 70% or 50% depending on the stream.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new program or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 70% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Thérèse-De Blainville
- Laurentides
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- Non-financial cooperative
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pre-startup planning for social economy projects
- Startup of new social economy enterprises or collective projects
- Consolidation or restructuring of existing social economy organizations
- Expansion of existing social economy enterprises
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Complete business plan and financial forecasts
- Organization charter or representative resolution
- Financial statements and annual report
- Supporting documents such as quotes, feasibility studies, or letters of support
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit organizations
- Cooperatives
- Collective entrepreneurship projects
Who is not eligible
- Retail and restaurant start-up projects
- Childcare center projects
- Projects controlled by another party than the promoter group
- Franchises
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees and consulting services
- Capital expenditures such as equipment, machinery, buildings, land, and incorporation costs
- Technology, software, and patents
- Project-related operating costs and marketing expenses for new products or services
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Operating costs not directly tied to the project
- Debt service and future loan repayments
- Projects already completed
- Expenses incurred before the application, unless authorized in writing
- Relocation outside the MRC territory
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of Thérèse-De Blainville
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for admissibility by the economic development advisor.
- Eligible files are reviewed by the FESEC committee.
- The committee may invite the promoter to present the project.
- The committee makes recommendations to the MRC council.
- Approved projects are adopted by council resolution and followed by an agreement.
Additional information
- The fund is offered by the MRC of Thérèse-De Blainville.
- Projects are accepted one to two times per year, depending on available funds.
- Each funded project requires an agreement with the MRC.
- Applicants may need to meet with an economic development advisor during the project.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund?
This program supports collective entrepreneurship and social economy projects in the MRC of Thérèse-De Blainville. It can fund pre-startup, startup, consolidation, and expansion projects, with support of up to 70% or 50% depending on the stream.
How much funding can be received?
MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund Funds up to 70% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund program, you must:
Non-profit or cooperative
Based in MRC de Thérèse-De Blainville
Social economy project
What expenses are eligible under MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund?
Pre-startup planning for social economy projects
Startup of new social economy enterprises or collective projects
Consolidation or restructuring of existing social economy organizations
Expansion of existing social economy enterprises
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund?
You can contact MRC Thérèse de Blainville by email at fdeesdd@mrc-tdb.org or by phone at (450) 621-5546.
Where is the MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund available?
The MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund program is available Laurentides, Quebec.
Is the MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC de Thérèse de Blainville — Social Economy and Sustainable Development Business Development Fund is a Grant and Funding