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Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre

Downtown business space revitalization and development grants
City of Trois-Rivières
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 30,000
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 1, 2024
  • Closing date : July 31, 2024
Location
Trois-Rivieres, Mauricie, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The grant program supports the revitalization and development of business establishments in downtown areas by providing financial assistance up to a maximum of $30,000 for new business occupancies or expansions. Eligible activities include improvements to the main facade, restoration of heritage elements, and sign-related work.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 30,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open Date : April 1, 2024
  • Closing date : July 31, 2024

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Retail trade
Location
  • Trois-Rivieres
  • Mauricie
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant supports projects that aim to revitalize and develop business establishments in the city centre. Eligible activities focus on improving the visual and functional aspects of business premises and enhancing the downtown area.

  • Renovation and restoration of the exterior facade of business buildings, including repairs and aesthetic enhancements.
  • Reconstruction of missing or damaged heritage elements to enhance the exterior appearance.
  • Installation and upgrade of signage related to business premises.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for this grant include new tenants and property owners occupying vacant commercial, office, or mixed-use spaces in the designated downtown area. Both owners and renters of eligible premises can apply, provided they meet the location-specific requirements and commit to a minimum occupation period of three years. The spaces can be utilized for public-facing businesses or administrative functions.

Eligible expenses

The grant supports expenses associated with improving the external appearance of business establishments and restoring heritage elements.

  • Renovation and restoration work on the main facade of the building, including refurbishment of cladding, doors, windows, cornices, projections, showcases, and other decorative elements, as well as facade cleaning.
  • Reconstruction work of missing or ruined heritage elements that enhance the building's external appearance or restore its original volumetry.
  • Work related to signage.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available to businesses located in specific areas in the downtown core of Trois-Rivières, Quebec. The eligible areas are specifically outlined to encourage the establishment and expansion of enterprises in this region.

  • Businesses located on the streets of Forges, Notre-Dame Centre, and Hart (between the streets of Forges and Bonaventure) at the ground level.
  • Companies occupying spaces above ground level on the streets of Forges and Notre-Dame Centre.
  • Vacant spaces on any floor, including ground level, on other streets within the designated application area.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • The subvention process involves an initial fee of 100 $ and an additional administrative fee of 300 $ once a request is approved.
  • The grant administration requires investors to send their applications for approval to the specified address at Ville de Trois-Rivières.
  • A subvention can be increased by 10% if the new business or expansion exceeds 2,000 square feet.
  • Subsidy coverage is also available for facade improvements and reconstruction of heritage elements, up to a maximum of 5,000 $ at 50% of real costs.
  • The total possible grant amount for a new or expanded business cannot surpass 30,000 $.
  • Assistance is offered until funds for the program are depleted, thus early application is encouraged.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre?

The grant program supports the revitalization and development of business establishments in downtown areas by providing financial assistance up to a maximum of $30,000 for new business occupancies or expansions. Eligible activities include improvements to the main facade, restoration of heritage elements, and sign-related work.

How much funding can be received?

Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $30,000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was July 31, 2024.

Who is eligible for the Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre program?

To be eligible for the Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre program, you must: Eligible for new business establishment or expansion if occupying a qualifying vacant space. The location must be on specified streets such as des Forges, Notre-Dame Centre, or other eligible territories. The duration of occupancy must be at least three years.

What expenses are eligible under Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre?

This grant supports projects that aim to revitalize and develop business establishments in the city centre. Eligible activities focus on improving the visual and functional aspects of business premises and enhancing the downtown area. Renovation and restoration of the exterior facade of business buildings, including repairs and aesthetic enhancements. Reconstruction of missing or damaged heritage elements to enhance the exterior appearance. Installation and upgrade of signage related to business premises.

Where is the Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre available?

The Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre program is available Mauricie, Quebec.

Is the Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Revitalising and developing business establishments in the city centre is a Grant and Funding

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