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Réseau des SADC et CAE — Business Start-Up and Expansion
Last Update: October 27, 2025
QC, Canada
Personalized support for Quebec businesses
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Overview
Get support and assistance with business start-up, expansion, business transfer, sustainable development, web and e-commerce.
Activities funded
- Launching a new business.
- Purchasing an existing business.
- Expanding an existing business.
- Transferring a business to new ownership.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 120,000
Establishing a farm-to-table restaurant featuring local produce
$ 90,000
Setting up a zero-waste grocery store focusing on local products
$ 60,000
Developing an e-learning platform for high school students
$ 85,000
Launching a renewable energy consultancy focusing on solar and wind projects
$ 50,000
Launching a new organic cosmetics line with eco-friendly packaging
$ 75,000
Opening a co-working space focused on tech startups
Eligibility
- The applicant is starting, purchasing, or expanding a business.
- The business project is supported by professional advisors from a SADC or CAE in Quebec.
Who is eligible?
- Start-ups
- Businesses seeking expansion
- Entrepreneurs looking to purchase a business
- Businesses involved in business transfers
Eligible expenses
Eligible projects for this grant focus on starting and expanding businesses to enhance economic development in Quebec. The initiatives aim to provide comprehensive support to entrepreneurs through financial assistance and strategic consultation.
- Starting a new business venture.
- Expanding an existing business to increase capacity or market reach.
- Purchasing an existing business for continued growth and innovation.
- Business transfers to ensure continuity and expansion.
- Accessing specialized resources for development and innovation.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:
- Demonstrated need for financial support
- Viability and sustainability of the business project
- Contribution to regional economic development
- Evidence of sound business planning and management
- Potential for job creation and growth
How to apply
1
Initial preparation
- Contact a local SADC or CAE for personalized advice.
- Gather information on available support, including assistance with financial structuring and access to specialized resources.
2
Consultation and planning
- Organize a meeting with an advisor to discuss your business project.
- Plan the development stages with the support of SADC or CAE experts.
3
Project Presentation
- Develop a solid business plan that includes market research, if necessary.
- Gather relevant documents, such as financial forecasts and growth plans.
4
Submission of the request
- Complete all required forms for the grant application.
- Submit the application directly to the chosen SADC or CAE, following their specific instructions.
5
Follow-up and confirmation
- Wait for confirmation of receipt of your request from the SADC or the CAE.
- Stay in contact with the advisor for any questions or additional information.
Additional information
- Professional advisors offer detailed market research and personalized guidance for your project.
- Access to a wide network of specialized resources and partners is provided.
- The program leverages over 40 years of experience supporting regional economic development.
- Businesses working with SADC or CAE reportedly show improved survival rates and job creation according to Statistics Canada studies.
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