SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan

Q: How much funding can be received?

SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan Funds up to 50000% of admissible expenses.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan a grant, loan, or tax credit?

SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan is a Loans and Capital investments

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan?

SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan is funded by SADC Maria-Chapdelaine

Q: Who is eligible for the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan program?

To be eligible for the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan program, you must: • Business must be located within the SADC territory • Less than 200 employees • Applicant must be 18 years or older

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan?

You can contact SADC Maria-Chapdelaine.

Q: Where is the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan available?

The SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan program is available across Canada.

Q: Are startups eligible for the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Canada

Digital Strategy Loan supports business digital transition efforts

At a glance

Eligible Funding

From $10,000 to $50,000

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Loans and Capital investments

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan provides up to $50,000 in financial support to encourage digital transformation, including management systems implementation, process automation, robotics, smart technology, and cybersecurity optimization. This program targets businesses seeking to adopt digital solutions and automate processes to enhance operational efficiency.

Financing terms and conditions

Loan amount ranges from a minimum of $10,000 to a maximum of $50,000 per project.
Interest-free period for the first two years.
Principal repayment moratorium for the first three months, extendable up to two years.
Maximum amortization period of 7 years.

Activities funded

Implementation of digital management systems within the company.
Automation of business processes.
Adoption of robotics and smart technologies (domotics) in operations.
Optimization of information technology security measures.

Eligibility

The business must be located within the territory served by the local SADC.
The company must have fewer than 200 employees.
The applicant must be at least 18 years old.
The project submitted must comply with SADC policies.
Eligibility is subject to a positive assessment demonstrating the viability of the project.

Who is eligible?

Businesses located within the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine territory

Eligible expenses

Implementation of management systems (software or digital platforms).
Automation of processes, including acquisition of technologies for process improvement.
Investment in robotics and related equipment.
Acquisition of smart home (domotics) technologies.
Enhancement of cybersecurity systems and tools.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses located within the territory served by SADC Maria-Chapdelaine.

Selection criteria

Positive analysis demonstrating the viability of the project.

How to apply

Contact SADC for Preliminary Information

Reach out to the nearest SADC office to verify your eligibility.
Request detailed instructions and application forms.

Document Preparation

Compile necessary documentation, including proofs of business location and number of employees.
Prepare a detailed project proposal illustrating its compliance with SADC policies.
Gather financial documents to demonstrate project viability.

Application Submission

Fill out the application form provided by SADC.
Attach all required documents, including the project proposal and financial statements.
Submit the complete application package to the SADC office by the specified deadline.

Await Confirmation and Follow-up

Receive acknowledgment of your submission from the SADC office.
Wait for feedback on the analysis and review process of your submitted application.

Additional information

Interest is waived for the first two years of the loan.
A capital repayment moratorium is provided for the first three months, with a possible extension up to two years.
The interest rate is set according to the Bank of Canada's prime rate and may be adjusted based on the project and guarantees.
Maximum loan amortization period is seven years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the SADC Maria-Chapdelaine — Digital Strategy Loan. 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.