Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES

Q: How much funding can be received?

Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $15000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES?

Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES is funded by MRC des Maskoutains, Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole

Q: Who is eligible for the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES program?

To be eligible for the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES program, you must: • The applicant must be a social economy enterprise. • The applicant must be a cooperative.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES?

You can contact MRC des Maskoutains by email at info@st-hyacinthetechnopole.com or by phone at 4507749000.

Q: Where is the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES available?

The Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES program is available the province of QC.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

Saint-Hyacinthe, QC

Boosts sustainable social business development with financial assistance

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $15,000
Up to 80% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance
Arts, entertainment and recreation
Other services (except public administration)
Public administration

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES program offers essential financial support for up to $15,000 to social economy enterprises for activities such as development, consolidation, and expansion. Its purpose is to stimulate local social entrepreneurship and sustain or create durable employment.

Financing terms and conditions

The financial aid is non-recurrent, covering up to 80% of eligible expenses, with a maximum of $15,000.
The aid amount is confirmed by the MRC council upon recommendation from the analysis committee.
Combined financial aid from provincial, federal governments, and the MRC cannot exceed 80% of eligible expenses.
Financial aid is provided in the form of a grant to social economy enterprises for startup, consolidation, or expansion.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 15,000

Developing a community urban garden initiative

$ 18,000

Establishing a digital literacy program for seniors

$ 20,000

Creating an eco-friendly packaging startup

Eligibility

The applicant must be a social economy enterprise.
The applicant can be a cooperative.
The project must align with the objectives and definition of a social economy enterprise.

Who is eligible?

Social economy enterprises.
Cooperatives.

Eligible geographic areas

Saint-Hyacinthe region

How to apply

Consultation of the funding policy

Download and consult the MADEES funding policy of the MRC des maskoutains to understand the criteria and requirements.

Initial contact

Contact an industrial development advisor for additional information and advice.
Use the provided contact details: info@st-hyacinthetechnopole.com or 450 774-9000.

Preparation of the application file

Gather and prepare the necessary documents in accordance with the guidelines of the funding policy.

Submission of the request

Submission of your request by submitting all the required documents to the address provided by the organization.

Additional information

The grant is non-recurring and each grant may go up to CAD $15,000, covering up to 80% of eligible expenses.
Applications can be submitted at any time for the MADEES program.
The financial support is determined by the MRC council following the recommendation of the analysis committee.
Contact information is available for inquiries via email at info@st-hyacinthetechnopole.com or by phone at 450 774-9000.

Contacts

info@st-hyacinthetechnopole.com

4507749000

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole — MADEES. 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.