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Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1

Financial support for productivity and innovation in local industries
NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic Development
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Montérégie, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 offers up to $10,000 in non-repayable financial assistance to industrial businesses and NPOs in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. The program aims to boost competitiveness and productivity through eligible activities such as equipment acquisition, digital transformation projects, and professional support services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Optimize production processes
  • Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 10,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale trade
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
  • Montérégie
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
  • For-profit business
  • Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • All industries
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • All dimensions

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Business consultations and micro-diagnostic support for productivity and digital transformation projects.
  • Feasibility studies and audits to guide transition toward Industry 4.0 technologies.
  • Implementation of projects aimed at increasing business productivity, such as automation or digitalization initiatives.
  • Acquisition and integration of advanced equipment or software to enhance operational efficiency.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Industrial companies located in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
  • Non-profit organizations (NPOs) operating in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
  • Social economy enterprises providing services related to industry (e.g., distribution, wholesale, warehousing) in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu

Who is not eligible

  • Companies not located in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu.
  • Businesses that are not industrial companies, non-profit organizations (OBNL), or social economy enterprises operating in industry-related services.

Eligible expenses

  • Acquisition of equipment that improves productivity.
  • Renovation costs necessary for installing eligible equipment.
  • Purchase of software resulting in productivity gains.
  • Professional fees for software implementation.
  • Professional fees for employee training on eligible equipment or software (if not covered by Services Québec).
  • Software rental fees for the first two years only.
  • Engineering professional fees for designing custom automated equipment.
  • Feasibility studies or option analyses.

Eligible geographic areas

  • City of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu

Additional information

  • NexDev reserves the right to revise eligibility rules annually based on the volume of funds granted.
  • The fund is available until resources are exhausted; there is no reserved allocation by targeted sector.
  • The Investment Committee (CIC) is responsible for evaluating applications.
  • NexDev may use your company name for promotional purposes related to the fund.

Contacts

grangerf@nexdev.ca
4503599999

Frequently Asked Questions about the Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1. 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 Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1?

The Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 offers up to $10,000 in non-repayable financial assistance to industrial businesses and NPOs in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. The program aims to boost competitiveness and productivity through eligible activities such as equipment acquisition, digital transformation projects, and professional support services.

How much funding can be received?

Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 program?

To be eligible for the Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 program, you must: Industrial company, non-profit, or social economy enterprise active in industry-related services Located and operating in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Project focused on productivity or digital transformation

What expenses are eligible under Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1?

Business consultations and micro-diagnostic support for productivity and digital transformation projects. Feasibility studies and audits to guide transition toward Industry 4.0 technologies. Implementation of projects aimed at increasing business productivity, such as automation or digitalization initiatives. Acquisition and integration of advanced equipment or software to enhance operational efficiency.

Who can I contact for more information about the Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1?

You can contact NexDev | Haut-Richelieu Economic Development by email at grangerf@nexdev.ca or by phone at 4503599999.

Where is the Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 available?

The Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 program is available Montérégie, Quebec.

Is the Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Productivity and Sustainable Innovation Fund – Stream 1 is a Grant and Funding

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