Quebec International — International recruiting
Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Recruit global talent for your Quebec City business
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 1, 2024
- Closing date : July 31, 2024
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Health care and social assistance
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
Access a network of experts to help you hire international talent for your business. Attend workshops, networking events and recruiting missions.
Activities funded
This grant focuses on supporting entrepreneurship and international recruitment within the Québec City region. The aim is to position Québec City as a leading entrepreneurial hub with specific support for businesses in this area.
- Companies located in Québec City.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 75,000
Boost local economic growth by developing a business innovation center
$ 80,000
Diversifying regional economy by supporting renewable energy startups
$ 45,000
Support impactful local projects by funding a community kitchen initiative
$ 60,000
Enhance business competitiveness by launching an export readiness program
$ 50,000
Creating a startup incubator to support the entrepreneurial community
$ 70,000
Revitalize urban development through a tech and arts fusion event
Eligibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to international recruitment and business support in Québec City.
- The applicant must be a business seeking to recruit international workers or students.
- The business should be located in or willing to expand to the Québec City region.
- The applicant must engage in sectors such as technological entrepreneurship, modernization, or international recruiting.
- The business must collaborate with Québec International for recruitment missions and activities.
Who is eligible?
There are eligible types of companies for this grant. To qualify for the grant, companies must meet the following criteria:
- Businesses looking to recruit international workers or students
- Companies seeking to access qualified candidates globally
- Organizations aiming to attract, integrate, and retain the right candidates for their business
Eligible expenses
This grant supports various initiatives under the Entrepreneurial Vision – Québec 2026, aiming to boost entrepreneurship, foster innovation, and facilitate business growth in Québec City. These programs focus on international recruitment, business setup and expansion, modernization, and more, with assistance from various partners.
- Sector development and technological entrepreneurship initiatives.
- Projects aimed at setup or expansion of businesses in Québec City.
- Modernization and digital transformation programs.
- International recruiting and talent acquisition missions.
- Programs facilitating the selling and exporting of goods and services.
- Participation in recruitment missions and networking activities.
- Student recruitment and retention programs.
- Participation in the continuous recruitment program.
- Engagement in training and conferences for human resources improvement.
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria include:
- Availability of funding
- Eligibility of the applicant
- Alignment of the project with the goals of the grant
- Potential impact of the project
- Feasibility and clarity of the project proposal
How to apply
1
Recruitment Pre-Diagnosis
- Fill out the Pre-diagnostic survey in international recruitment on the Québec International website.
- Send the responses to receive an analysis from the advisors.
2
Legal Consultation
- Choose a date in the Quebec International calendar for a consultation session with an immigration lawyer.
- Participate in the free consultation to receive tailored advice.
3
Contact of the Advisors
- Contact the advisors from Québec International to discuss the needs and support services for international recruitment.
- Obtain personalized advice and services for international recruitment.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Québec International acts as a key partner in various recruitment and business expansion activities, providing customized support and unparalleled services.
- Québec International organizes continuous recruitment initiatives, where businesses can post job positions monthly on an international platform.
- There is a focus on developing Francophone connections, highlighting the advantage of Québec City's Francophone strength.
- There are exclusive offers for childcare services or daycare centers looking to recruit internationally.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Quebec International — International recruiting Program
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