Réseau des SADC et CAE — Loans
QC, Canada
Loans for entrepreneurs in Quebec
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|closingDateJune 17, 2024
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Loans and Capital investments
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
grant_single|grantors
- Réseau des SADC et CAE
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grant_card_status|closed
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Access loans for acquisitions, start-up, modernization, expansion, innovation, sustainable development, business succession and more.
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grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$68,000
Vancouver
Expansion of a community arts center
$120,000
Edmonton
Modernization of an organic farm
$96,000
Toronto
Development of a sustainable food delivery service
$40,000
Ottawa
Business succession planning for a local bakery
$160,000
Montreal
Start-up of a tech incubator focusing on AI innovations
$240,000
Calgary
Creation of a renewable energy cooperative
grant_single_labels|admissibility
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
There are various types of companies that are eligible for the SADC and CAE grant in Canada:
- Start-up companies looking for support in project development and business model creation
- Existing businesses seeking innovation and integration of new technologies
- Women entrepreneurs in need of funding and support for their projects
- Tourism businesses aiming to overcome challenges and enhance their operations
- Companies focusing on sustainable development practices
- Indigenous community businesses working on growth-generating projects
- Youth entrepreneurs and businesses planning succession
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant include project development and business model creation, partnership throughout project implementation, financial assistance through a special local economic development fund, research and analysis, access to specialists and a national network of expertise.
- Project development and business model creation
- Partnership throughout project implementation
- Financial assistance through a special fund
- Research and analysis
- Access to specialists and national expertise network
grant_single_labels|register
- Prepare your project documentation
- Outline your project goals and objectives
- Detail your budget and financial projections
- Include any supporting documents or business plans
- Complete the grant application form
- Fill in all required fields accurately
- Attach the necessary documents
- Review the guidelines to ensure compliance
- Submit your application
- Send the completed form and documents to the appropriate grant program
- Ensure submission before the deadline
- Wait for evaluation and feedback
Apply to this program
Grant Summary: Regional Economic Development Support Program
Regional Economic Development Support Program Details
The Regional Economic Development Support Program is a comprehensive initiative offered by SADC and CAE services in Quebec that aims to empower local communities by providing support for project development, business model creation, financial assistance, research and analysis, and access to specialists and a national network of expertise. This program focuses on fostering innovation, integrating new technologies, promoting tourism, supporting women entrepreneurs, sustainable development, revitalizing downtown areas, collaborating with Indigenous communities, encouraging youth entrepreneurship and business succession, and offering technical assistance in various business domains.
Through this program, businesses and projects driving regional economic vitality and job creation can benefit from financing options tailored to their needs, youth strategy funding for entrepreneurs between 18 and 39 years old, specialized investment funds for specific local issues, and expert guidance in information and communication technologies, accounting and finance, human resources, marketing and sales, management, operation and production, as well as business start-up, expansion, and transfer. The Regional Economic Development Support Program contributes to the prosperity and growth of more than 10,000 businesses and local projects annually across Quebec, facilitated by over 400 professionals and 600 volunteers dedicated to advancing thriving communities.
