MRC Portneuf — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund QC Canada

MRC Portneuf — Capitale-Nationale Region Fund

QC, Canada
Portneuf's investment fund supports regional economic development
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  • grant_single|openingDateJune 01, 2018
  • grant_single|closingDateJanuary 23, 2019
  • grant_single|grantStatusClosed
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Grant and Funding
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  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Manufacturing
  • Information and cultural industries
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Arts, entertainment and recreation
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
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  • MRC Portneuf
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The Fonds de la région de la Capitale-Nationale aims to enhance the vitality and development of the MRC de Portneuf by supporting projects across various sectors with a focus on innovation, economic diversification, and territorial development; eligible applicants can receive up to a maximum of CAD 500,000 in non-repayable contributions over two years or a maximum of CAD 250,000 in repayable contributions. The fund supports activities such as entrepreneur training, innovation promotion, competitiveness improvement, and strategic sector support, excluding certain saturated sectors and activities.

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The Fonds de la région de la Capitale-Nationale aims to support the economic development within the MRC de Portneuf through diverse initiatives. Eligible projects are those that enhance entrepreneurial ecosystems, promote innovation, improve competitiveness, integrate territorial and economic development, or have cultural and economic impacts.
  • Projects that support the entrepreneurial community and business support ecosystems, such as training and mentoring entrepreneurs or facilitating business succession.
  • Initiatives promoting innovation in businesses and municipal organizations, including supporting innovative projects and fostering collaboration between local actors.
  • Activities enhancing business competitiveness, such as facilitating market expansion, digital transformation, workforce development, and talent retention.
  • Integrated territorial and economic development projects, such as sustainable industrial and commercial projects, modernizing commercial hubs, and creating new development spaces.
  • Diversifying the regional economic fabric by supporting strategic sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, information technology, and tourism.
  • Attracting events and investments to increase the visibility and attractiveness of the MRC de Portneuf.
  • Regionally or territorially impactful projects addressing recognized economic issues and resulting from regional or local collaboration.

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The eligibility for the Fonds de la région de la Capitale-Nationale (FRCN) grant is defined by several criteria concerning the nature and operations of the applicant organization.
  • The applicant must be a private enterprise or cooperative (non-banking) duly registered and in good standing with the Québec Enterprise Register.
  • Non-profit organizations duly registered and in good standing with the Québec Enterprise Register are eligible.
  • The regional county municipality (MRC) of Portneuf and its constituent municipalities are eligible to apply.
  • Eligible organizations must be located and/or operate within the territory of the MRC of Portneuf.
  • For projects to be deemed territorial, they must either take place within the MRC of Portneuf or have their principal impact on its territory.

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The grant from the Fonds de la région de la Capitale-Nationale explicitly excludes specific types of companies and industries based on their main activities. These restrictions are meant to align the fund's investments with its strategic objectives and to avoid oversaturated sectors.
  • Businesses involved with games of chance, esotericism, cartomancy, tarot, numerology, astrology, and personal growth.
  • Pawn shops.
  • Businesses operating multi-level (pyramid) sales schemes.
  • Projects with military, discriminatory, sexual, religious, or political nature or those involving war games.
  • Commercial representatives.
  • Internet management companies.
  • Real estate management and exploitation.
  • Photocopying, faxing, and word processing services.
  • Photography services.
  • Animal boarding and grooming services.
  • Graphic design and infographics services.
  • Interior decoration services.
  • Consultancy services.
  • Professional corporations (members of professional orders).
  • Additionally, certain other sectors such as private daycares, franchises, and others listed require deeper scrutiny and can be excluded by discretion of the MRC.

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The grant covers expenses directly associated with the implementation, support, and success of projects within the specified criteria.
  • Professional fees, consulting services, and studies.
  • Startup costs and initial working capital necessary for the project implementation.
  • Purchases of goods, equipment, and assets linked to the project.
  • Capitalization for the establishment of investment funds dedicated to economic development.
  • Renovation, expansion, rehabilitation, or construction work on non-residential buildings.
  • Any MRC of Portneuf's expenses related to the administration and dissemination of the agreement, service offering, or mandate execution in connection with the intervention axes.

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This grant is focused on supporting projects within the MRC de Portneuf, implying that eligible geographical areas are confined to this specific region. Projects must either take place in or have a substantial impact on the territories encompassed by the MRC de Portneuf.
  • MRC de Portneuf.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives and the strategic goals of the MRC de Portneuf.
  • Link with defined axes within the investment policy.
  • Alignment with the strategic planning of the MRC de Portneuf.
  • Complementarity with financial programs of partners.
  • Financial involvement and mobilization of the locality.
  • Viability and financial autonomy of the project.
  • Credible responses to all business model components: value proposition, market segments, distribution channels, customer relationships, key resources, key activities, key partners, revenue, and costs.
  • Cohesion of the project and realism of financial arrangements.
  • For structuring projects under axis 7, criteria include involved partners, roots in the community, territorial, regional, or sectoral consensus about the project, and diversity of funding sources.
  • Financial and organizational capacity of the applicant to complete the project and achieve its objectives.
  • Potential economic impacts such as maintenance and creation of direct or indirect jobs, investments generated, ripple effects, and positive impact on priority areas or sectors.
  • Visibility and influence of the Portneuf region.

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
  • Step 1: Preliminary Consultation
  • Meet with the Service de développement économique of the MRC to validate the eligibility of your project.
  • The initial consultation does not guarantee any funding.
  • Step 2: Application Preparation
  • Complete the provided electronic application form.
  • Prepare a detailed project description including objectives, deliverables, timelines, and budget.
  • Gather the financial statements for the last three years of the business or organization involved, if applicable.
  • Obtain letters of support or recommendations, if available.
  • Describe the financial structure and prepare financial projections for the next three years, if applicable.
  • Provide confirmation of partner funding, if applicable.
  • Include a resolution from the board of directors authorizing the project submission.
  • Attach any other documents required by the MRC.
  • Step 3: Submission of Application
  • Submit the complete application electronically through the MRC's specified process.
  • Ensure all required documents are included and properly filled out.

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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • The grant emphasizes projects with a regional or territorial impact that are concerted and mobilized at a regional or territorial level.
  • Funding requires a partnership with non-governmental financial contributions which varies based on the type of applicant.
  • Funds can be drawn on in collaboration with both private and public investors.
  • The MRC of Portneuf manages and administers the policy and has a Service of Economic Development responsible for project proposals.
  • Financial assistance types include non-repayable grants and repayable contributions, with specific maximum amounts allocated depending on the type of assistance.
  • A project must submit to a diagnostic analysis process by MRC Portneuf's evaluation committee, which has the final decision on funding approval.
  • The cumulative government funding must not exceed set thresholds based on organizational type.
  • Acommittee comprising elected council members and MRC representatives will review and recommend applications.
  • Monitoring and accountability in financial aid plans are provided through financial agreements and reporting requirements.

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