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Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs
Financial support for Laval SMEs affected by tariffs.
Funding available
$ 150,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
For-profit companies legally incorporated under the laws of the Government of Quebec or Canada.
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Overview
The Emergency Aid Program for SMEs – Tariffs (PAUPME) offers a loan of up to 150 000 $ to Laval businesses affected by U.S. tariffs. It finances working capital needs, business continuity and adaptation actions to their new business environment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 150,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Laval
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- From $ 200,000 to $ 2,000,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Continue the company's activities and implement the required actions to adapt to its new business environment.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit companies legally incorporated under the laws of the Government of Quebec or Canada.
- Social economy enterprises engaged in commercial activities.
Eligible expenses
- Working capital needs for a limited period not exceeding one year.
Eligible geographic areas
- Laval territory
How to apply
- Fill out the PAUPME form.
- Return the form by email to p.villapiana@laval.ca.
Processing and Agreement
- Laval Economic Development acts as the organization responsible for receiving and analyzing applications for the Laval territory.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs Program
What is the Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs?
The Emergency Aid Program for SMEs – Tariffs (PAUPME) offers a loan of up to 150 000 $ to Laval businesses affected by U.S. tariffs. It finances working capital needs, business continuity and adaptation actions to their new business environment.
How much funding can be received?
Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $150,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs program?
To be eligible for the Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs program, you must:
For-profit company legally incorporated in Quebec or Canada, or social economy enterprise engaged in commercial activities.
Company registered in the Quebec enterprise register for at least two years and having its head office in Quebec.
Company having generated between 200 000 $ and 2 000 000 $ in revenue in the last completed fiscal year.
What expenses are eligible under Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs?
Continue the company's activities and implement the required actions to adapt to its new business environment.
Who can I contact for more information about the Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs?
You can contact Laval Economique by email at p.villapiana@laval.ca or by phone at 450 978-6888 poste 6996.
Where is the Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs available?
The Laval Economique – Emergency Assistance Program for SMEs – Customs Tariffs program is available the province of Quebec.