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Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit

Funding for Quebec non-profits promoting official languages
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
Government of Canada
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : November 2, 2020
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

Get a non-repayable contribution to cover up to 90% of the costs of a project that supports the economic development of an official-language minority community in Quebec through a range of activities.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : November 2, 2020

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • Public or Parapublic institution
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Language Minorities
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
  • Employment and Training
  • Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
  • Rural / Remote communities
  • Business owners / entrepreneurs
  • Minority groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Regional

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant targets SMEs and NPOs in particular regions of Quebec with significant English-speaking communities. The funding is focused on regions outside the Greater Montréal area and specific economic sectors.

  • SMEs in Regional County Municipalities (RCMs) outside the Greater Montreal region where English-speakers make up more than 5% of the population.
  • NPOs in RCMs that have a population including more than 500 English-speakers.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible clients for the Economic Development Initiative – Official Languages under the Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions program include small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and non-profit organizations (NPOs) that serve official language minority communities. Specifically, the funding is targeted at:- SMEs located in a Regional County Municipality (RCM) outside the Greater Montréal region where English-speakers constitute more than 5% of the total population.- NPOs in an RCM that includes more than 500 English-speakers within its population.Projects from organizations in economically vulnerable RCMs or in Montréal’s East End may also be eligible for more flexible program conditions. Notably, retail businesses, food services, transportation services, housing construction, daycare services, beauty salons, and nightlife establishments are explicitly listed as ineligible for this funding. The grant aims to support innovative, entrepreneurial projects that contribute to economic development, partnerships, and economic diversification within these communities.

Who is not eligible

This grant excludes certain companies and industries mainly due to their primary activity. These restrictions ensure that financial assistance is directed toward projects that align with the initiative's objectives of supporting OLMC economic development.

  • Retail businesses (e.g., clothing stores, grocery stores or automobile sales and maintenance outlets).
  • Food services (e.g., restaurants and cafés).
  • Transportation services.
  • Housing construction.
  • Daycare services.
  • Hair and beauty salons.
  • Nightclubs, bars and cabarets.

Eligible expenses

The grant supports the economic development of official language minority communities through various innovative and entrepreneurial projects. Eligible activities include strategy development, networking, commercialization strategy implementation, and use of specialized resources.

  • Development of strategies such as intelligence, specifications, studies, diagnoses, or action plans.
  • Networking and business contacts, especially for organizations that support entrepreneurship.
  • Provision of information, consulting, and support services.
  • Implementation of commercialization strategies including product and service design.
  • Acquisition of equipment, IT tools, and technologies.
  • Facility development, construction, modernization, or expansion.
  • Recruitment or use of specialized resources to promote official languages in Quebec's French-speaking business community.

Eligible geographic areas

The funding supports various expenses crucial to the development and success of projects in official language minority communities.

  • Development of strategies including intelligence, specifications, studies, diagnoses, or action plans.
  • Networking and business contacts facilitation.
  • Provision of information, consulting, and support services.
  • Implementation of a commercialization strategy, including the design of products and services.
  • Acquisition of equipment, IT tools, and technologies.
  • Facility development, construction, modernization, or expansion.
  • Recruitment or use of specialized resources to promote official languages.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • Financial assistance is repayable without interest for SMEs, with repayments starting two years after project completion.
  • Non-repayable financial assistance for NPOs generally covers up to 90% of authorized costs.
  • Economically vulnerable RCMs or Montréal's East End may be eligible for flexible program conditions.

Documents and links

Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit

Frequently Asked Questions about the Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit. 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 Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit?

Get a non-repayable contribution to cover up to 90% of the costs of a project that supports the economic development of an official-language minority community in Quebec through a range of activities.

How much funding can be received?

Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit program?

To be eligible for the Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit program, you must: SME in an RCM outside the Greater Montréal region where English-speakers make up more than 5% of the total population. NPO in an RCM whose population includes more than 500 English-speakers. Projects in economically vulnerable RCMs or Montréal’s East End may qualify for flexible conditions.

What expenses are eligible under Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit?

This grant targets SMEs and NPOs in particular regions of Quebec with significant English-speaking communities. The funding is focused on regions outside the Greater Montréal area and specific economic sectors. SMEs in Regional County Municipalities (RCMs) outside the Greater Montreal region where English-speakers make up more than 5% of the population. NPOs in RCMs that have a population including more than 500 English-speakers.

Who can I contact for more information about the Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit?

You can contact Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED).

Where is the Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit available?

The Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Official Languages Economic Development Initiative in Quebec — Not-for-profit is a Grant and Funding

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