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MRC Arthabaska — Young Promoters Fund (YPF)
Support for young entrepreneurs and business acquisition
Offered by
Funding available
$ 4,000 - $ 8,000
Deadline
Open continuously
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 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
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
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 (MRC) 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