Closed
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 75,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 14, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Pierre Péladeau Scholarships offer five awards totaling $200,000, including a first prize of $75,000. The program supports innovative student-led business projects from Quebec universities through funding and entrepreneurial support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 14, 2025
Eligible candidates
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
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation and development of innovative business projects.
- Launch of new companies created in Quebec.
- Projects with positive social, environmental, or quality-of-life impact.
Documents Needed
- Student status attestation for each participating student
- Business plan presentation
- Financial results for the last 12 months and three-year projections
- Three-year statement of sources and uses of funds
- Optional short video URL
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Student entrepreneurs in Quebec
- University-based start-up projects
- Innovative businesses from all sectors
Who is not eligible
- Non-profit organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- All university campuses in Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Selected candidates are invited to present to an intermediate jury in March 2026.
- Finalists are chosen before the final Quebecor jury decision.
- Winners are announced by the end of June 2026.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships. 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 Pierre Péladeau Scholarships?
The Pierre Péladeau Scholarships offer five awards totaling $200,000, including a first prize of $75,000. The program supports innovative student-led business projects from Quebec universities through funding and entrepreneurial support.
How much funding can be received?
Pierre Péladeau Scholarships Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships program?
To be eligible for the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships program, you must:
Student-led project
Age 35 or under
Quebec university project
What expenses are eligible under Pierre Péladeau Scholarships?
Creation and development of innovative business projects.
Launch of new companies created in Quebec.
Projects with positive social, environmental, or quality-of-life impact.
Where is the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships available?
The Pierre Péladeau Scholarships program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Pierre Péladeau Scholarships is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Pierre Péladeau Scholarships?
Pierre Péladeau Scholarships is funded by AsterX