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Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ)
Supports innovation and supply chain development in Quebec's electrical industry
Latest source updateLast Update: May 24, 2026Latest change: PASQÉ now shows a 29 May 2026 application deadline, updated submission emails, and refreshed agreement and participant documents.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 24, 2026
Latest change: PASQÉ now shows a 29 May 2026 application deadline, updated submission emails, and refreshed agreement and participant documents.
PASQÉ 2.2 deadline and application materials updated
PASQÉ now shows a submission deadline of 29 May 2026 and updated instructions for sending the application dossier, including the current email recipients. The agreement template, participant guide, FAQ, and steering committee listing were also refreshed, while funding terms remain unchanged.
Funding available
$ 500,000
Deadline
May 29, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
PASQÉ supports Quebec suppliers in strengthening the electrical industry supply chain through productivity, innovation, and local value creation. It provides financial and strategic support for projects focused on import substitution, new products or processes, and improved manufacturing capacity, with assistance of up to $500,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development projects to increase capacity and productivity in Quebec's electrical supply chain
- Projects to introduce or adopt a new product or industrial process
- Projects that replace imported products with local alternatives
- Projects to increase local content for major industry buyers in Quebec
- Improvement projects in manufacturing operations
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed financial assistance application form
- Project budget and financing plan
- Financial statements for the last two years
- Service offers from suppliers or strategic experts
- Summary CVs of key project resources
- Detailed schedule
- Cost justification for each partner
- Proof of compliance with the Charter of the French language
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec manufacturing companies
- Companies active in electricity generation, transportation, or distribution
- Manufacturers seeking to increase Quebec content in the electrical industry
Eligible expenses
- Acquisition or upgrade of equipment and materials
- Process automation and process innovation
- Implementation of new activities in Quebec
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Market understanding, credible marketing plan, and product or process innovation
- Level of involvement of a major customer
- Project criticality in the supply chain and import substitution potential
- Integration risk in existing industrial processes and productivity gains
- Economic returns and implementation timeline
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the application
- Complete the required application form and gather the supporting documents.
- Step 2: Submit the file
- Send the application file to the AIEQ contact designated for PASQÉ.
- Step 3: Evaluation and decision
- The file is reviewed through the program's structured selection process.
- Step 4: Agreement and project launch
- If approved, sign the AIEQ-company agreement before starting the project.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through a structured evaluation process.
- The selection committee makes the decision on projects.
- An AIEQ-company agreement is required before project implementation.
- Approved projects move to implementation and reimbursement of expenses.
Additional information
- PASQÉ emphasizes supplier leadership, encouraging major customers to increase local purchases.
- There is strong involvement of independent industry experts throughout several stages of the process.
- Support is provided for company twinning and sponsorship initiatives.
- The governance and reimbursement process is managed independently by the AIEQ Board of Directors.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ) Program
What is the Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ)?
PASQÉ supports Quebec suppliers in strengthening the electrical industry supply chain through productivity, innovation, and local value creation. It provides financial and strategic support for projects focused on import substitution, new products or processes, and improved manufacturing capacity, with assistance of up to $500,000.
How much funding can be received?
Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ) Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ) program?
To be eligible for the Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ) program, you must:
Legally incorporated company with an active establishment in Quebec
Manufacturing business with a Quebec-based project
Project aimed at capacity, productivity, or local content gains
What expenses are eligible under Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ)?
Development projects to increase capacity and productivity in Quebec's electrical supply chain
Projects to introduce or adopt a new product or industrial process
Projects that replace imported products with local alternatives
Projects to increase local content for major industry buyers in Quebec
Improvement projects in manufacturing operations
Who can I contact for more information about the Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ)?
You can contact Quebec Electrical Industry Association (AIEQ) by email at cmasson@aieq.net or by phone at none.
Where is the Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ) available?
The Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Quebec Strategic Electric Supply Platform (PASQÉ) is a Grant and Funding