
Ressources Entreprises
Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Eastern Quebec
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Financing Type
Other Support
Grant and Funding
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Management of companies and enterprises
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Funds Providers
Ressources Entreprises
Program status
Open
Overview
Find government programs and services, reports and information resources that are tailored to meet your business needs.
Financing terms and conditions
This grant offers flexible funding terms tailored to the needs of the beneficiaries, while ensuring optimal use of resources. The terms vary according to the type of project and the objectives pursued.
- Co-financing up to 50% of the total project costs, with a specific funding ceiling.
- Advances on available funds after the submission of supporting documents.
- Staggered payments based on the achievement of key project milestones.
- Support for indirect costs within a limited proportion.
- Strict requirements for financial reporting and auditing.
Activities funded
- Business start-up or expansion initiatives requiring strategic information support.
- Identification and navigation of government financial aid or funding programs for businesses.
- Market research and analysis projects to guide business decision-making.
- Projects involving business planning, financial modeling, or export readiness.
- Compliance-related projects such as obtaining required permits and adhering to regulations.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 40,000
Conducting market research for a new community healthcare cooperative
$ 30,000
Develop a business plan for expanding a new product line
$ 30,000
Developing a comprehensive business plan for a new eco-friendly café
$ 20,000
Conduct market research to identify new customer segments
Eligibility
- The applicant must be an entrepreneur, a very small enterprise (TPE), a small or medium-sized business (SME), or a business advisor.
- The project can be at any stage of maturity or in any sector of activity.
Who is eligible?
- Entrepreneurs
- Very small enterprises (TPE)
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Business advisors from any organization
Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for this grant may include:
- Market research and intelligence
- Development of business plans
- Financial analysis and planning
- Compliance with permits and regulations
How to apply
1
Identify your need and status
- Identify the need for market research, business information, or funding support
- Determine your status as an entrepreneur, SME, or business advisor
2
Select relevant services
- Consult the available services and select those relevant to your project (funding sources, market intelligence, permits, etc.)
- Review the service options tailored for your sector and project maturity
3
Contact an advisor
- Contact a business advisor via phone, email, or the online form
- Schedule a meeting in person or online to discuss your project
4
Obtain free diagnostic and prepare documents
- Participate in a free diagnostic meeting to assess your project information needs
- Gather and share required documentation with your advisor
5
Receive and review information
- Wait for the advisor to process your request and provide relevant business information or guidance
- Review the information and recommendations received
Additional information
- Personalized services are tailored to the specific needs of entrepreneurs, very small businesses (TPE), and SMEs.
- Strategic information covers all sectors of activity and all project maturity phases.
- Free initial diagnostic to determine the information necessary for your business project.
- Access to sector experts in legal, financial, and digital marketing fields.
Contacts
(418) 649-6116
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Ressources Entreprises Program
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