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SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women

Q: How much funding can be received?

SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women Funds up to 25000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women a grant, loan, or tax credit?

SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women is a Loans and Capital investments

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women?

SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women is funded by SADC Shawinigan

Q: Who is eligible for the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women program?

To be eligible for the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women program, you must: • Project operations must be in Shawinigan • Majority-owned by a woman entrepreneur • Business must demonstrate economic viability

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women?

You can contact SADC Shawinigan by email at info@sadcshawinigan.ca or by phone at 8195375107.

Q: Where is the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women available?

The SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Are women eligible for the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women program?

Yes, women are eligible to apply for the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women program.

Last Update: October 27, 2025

Shawinigan, QC

Loans for part-time women entrepreneurs in Shawinigan

Loans and Capital investments

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

No objectives are currently available

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 25,000 $

Timeline

Open Date : January 1, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Shawinigan

Legal structures

For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Women

Overview

The Flexiprêt pour les femmes program offers financial assistance in the form of personal loans up to $25,000 to support part-time women entrepreneurs, known as flexipreneures, in their business acquisition, succession, startup, and growth projects. The program also includes free tailored support and activities to meet the specific needs of these entrepreneurs.

Activities funded

Acquisition of an existing business.
Business succession planning and execution.
Launching a new business.
Expanding or growing an existing business.

Eligibility

The business operations must be located in Shawinigan.
The applicant must be a woman who is a majority owner of the business.
The applicant must propose a viable business project.
The applicant must demonstrate relevant knowledge and experience in the business field.
The applicant must demonstrate the existence of a potential market and the ability to repay the loan.

Who is eligible?

Part-time women entrepreneurs (flexipreneurs) whose business operations are located in Shawinigan
Women entrepreneurs involved in seasonal businesses who maintain another occupation during the off-season

Eligible geographic areas

Shawinigan, Quebec

Selection criteria

Economic viability of the business project.
Relevant knowledge and experience in the business sector.
Existence of a potential market for the business.
Demonstration of repayment capacity.

How to apply

Preparation of the request

Examine the financing prerequisites to ensure eligibility.
Propose a business project whose operations take place in Shawinigan.
Demonstrate the economic viability of the business and the existence of a potential market.
Gather documents proving repayment capacity and experience in the field.

Access the online form

Visit the Shawinigan SADC website to access the online form.
Refer to the printable version of the form to familiarize yourself with its content.

Fill out the application form

Complete the online funding application form by providing all the required information.
Check the accuracy of the entered information before submission.

Submission of the request

Submit the completed form via the Shawinigan CDC online portal.

Follow-up on the request

For any questions or follow-up on the request, contact the SADC Shawinigan.
Wait for a processing time of 2 weeks from the receipt of all required documents.

Additional information

Free personalized guidance and support activities are provided to address the unique needs of part-time women entrepreneurs (flexipreneurs).
The grant is intended for those who combine entrepreneurship with another occupation, such as employment, family care, or retirement.
An online funding application process is available, with a printable version of the form for advance review.
Processing time for complete applications is generally two weeks.

Contacts

info@sadcshawinigan.ca

8195375107

Shawinigan, QC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the SADC Shawinigan — Flexiprêt for women. 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.