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MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF)
Support for young entrepreneurs and business acquisition
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000 - $ 8,000
Timeline
- Archived
Location
Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The MRC Arthabaska Young Promoters Fund supports entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 in their business project or in acquiring shares in a company. It offers financial assistance of $4,000, up to $8,000, for eligible projects and business acquisitions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 8,000 $
- Minimum amount : 4,000 $
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- Arthabaska
- Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 2 employees minimum
Audience
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business start-up projects.
- Acquisition of shares in an eligible business.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35.
- For-profit businesses in the manufacturing sector.
- For-profit businesses in business services.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of fixed assets.
- Working capital for the first year of operations.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC d'Arthabaska
- Rural areas for eligible business share acquisitions
Additional information
- Technical support is available for business plan development.
- Follow-up and coaching are provided over two consecutive years.
- Additional conditions may be required during file review.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF). 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 Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF)?
The MRC Arthabaska Young Promoters Fund supports entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35 in their business project or in acquiring shares in a company. It offers financial assistance of $4,000, up to $8,000, for eligible projects and business acquisitions.
How much funding can be received?
MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF) Funds up to $8,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF) program?
To be eligible for the MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF) program, you must:
Entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35.
For-profit business in MRC d’Arthabaska.
Project creates two permanent jobs.
What expenses are eligible under MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF)?
Business start-up projects.
Acquisition of shares in an eligible business.
Who can I contact for more information about the MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF)?
You can contact MRC Arthabaska by email at nicolas.henri@mrcarthabaska.ca or by phone at 819 752-2444.
Where is the MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF) available?
The MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF) program is available Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF) is a Grant and Funding
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