How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 75000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The program is accepting continuous intake

Who are the financial supporters of the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships?

Pierre Péladeau Scholarships is funded by AsterX

What are Pierre Péladeau Scholarships's eligibility criterias?

The business must be an innovative start-up. The project must be led by a student entrepreneur 35 years old or under from a Quebec university campus.

Pierre Péladeau Scholarships

Last Update: July 30, 2025

QC, Canada

Funding and support for innovative university student entrepreneurs in Quebec

Pierre Péladeau Scholarships at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $75,000

Timeline

Closing date : February 14, 2025

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Manufacturing
Retail trade
Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Educational services
Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Grant Providers

AsterX

Status

Closed

Overview of the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships program

The Pierre Péladeau Scholarships offer up to $75,000 to support innovative business start-up projects led by university students aged 35 or younger in Quebec. The program aims to fund entrepreneurial initiatives across all sectors, providing financial assistance to help launch and develop new ventures.

Financing terms and conditions

First prize awarded at $75,000 for the top project.
Additional prizes include $50,000, $35,000, $25,000, and $15,000 for subsequent ranked projects.
Since 1998-1999, a total amount of $3.1 million has been distributed in scholarships through this program.

Eligible projects & activities

Launch and development of innovative business projects initiated by university students in any industry sector.
Commercialization of products or services with a focus on innovation and high growth potential.
Implementation of technological solutions or digital platforms addressing specific market needs.
Development of sustainable, environmentally responsible, or socially impactful business models.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 72,500

Launch of an inclusive language learning mobile application for newcomers

$ 65,000

Creating a zero-waste bulk food co-op with refill station technology

$ 74,000

Prototyping smart wearable devices for diabetes management in youth

$ 73,500

Developing an AI-powered platform for optimizing urban deliveries

$ 74,900

Implementing hydroponic micro-farming modules in student residences

$ 74,000

Commercializing an eco-friendly home cleaning product using enzymes

Eligibility criteria of the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships program

The applicant must be a student entrepreneur who is 35 years old or younger.
The applicant must be pursuing their studies at a university in Quebec.
The project must be an innovative business initiative, regardless of the sector.

Who is eligible?

Start-up companies led by university students in Quebec
Innovative businesses from all sectors
Projects in robotics and autonomous navigation
Companies developing sustainable and compostable materials
Businesses offering digital solutions for service industries

Eligible geographic areas

All university campuses across Quebec.

How to apply to the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships program

Check eligibility and requirements

Review the eligibility criteria for the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships
Consult the 2025 Application Guide for detailed requirements

Prepare application documents

Prepare your innovative business project submission
Gather all required documents as indicated in the Application Guide

Submit your application

Submit your project and completed application by the February 14, 2025 deadline
Use the official platform provided by the program

Additional information

Since its launch in 1998-1999, over $3.1 million has been awarded in scholarships.
More than 65% of companies created through this program remain in operation.
Businesses supported have collectively raised over $300 million in additional financing.
The Pierre Péladeau Scholarships are recognized as the largest scholarships of their kind for university entrepreneurs in Quebec.

Apply to this program