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SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF)

Business loans for startups, growth, and productivity in Thetford
Thetford Region Economic Development Corporation
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 300,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) provides financial support in the form of loans up to $150,000 over 12 months and a maximum of $300,000 per business, covering up to 50% of eligible expenses for for-profit enterprises and up to 80% for social economy organizations. The program aims to foster local economic development by supporting business start-ups, productivity improvements, digital transformation, sustainable organizational practices, growth, expansion, and entrepreneurial succession in the MRC des Appalaches.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Complete an acquisition or business transfer
  • Optimize production processes
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

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
Location
  • Chaudière-Appalaches
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Business start-up projects.
  • Productivity improvement, digital transformation, and implementation of sustainable organizational practices.
  • Business growth and expansion initiatives.
  • Entrepreneurial succession projects.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • For-profit businesses in all sectors, except certain excluded activities
  • Social economy enterprises

Who is not eligible

  • Certain activities not aligned with the investment policy of the MRC des Appalaches are excluded (specific sectors not specified in the provided information).

Eligible expenses

  • Working capital requirements (up to 24 months for certain projects)
  • Capital directly related to the project
  • Professional fees incurred prior to or during the project
  • Expenses related to business acquisition

Eligible geographic areas

  • Businesses located in the region of Thetford (MRC des Appalaches), Quebec.

Additional information

  • The SDE region de Thetford offers free guidance and professional support throughout the grant application process.
  • Mentorship and coaching services are available to entrepreneurs for business planning and strategic development.
  • Technical support is provided alongside financial assistance to help applicants succeed in their business ventures.
  • The SDE collaborates with a network of local and regional partners to facilitate business growth and integration into the local economy.

Contacts

info@regionthetford.com
(418) 338-2188

Frequently Asked Questions about the SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF). 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 SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF)?

The SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) provides financial support in the form of loans up to $150,000 over 12 months and a maximum of $300,000 per business, covering up to 50% of eligible expenses for for-profit enterprises and up to 80% for social economy organizations. The program aims to foster local economic development by supporting business start-ups, productivity improvements, digital transformation, sustainable organizational practices, growth, expansion, and entrepreneurial succession in the MRC des Appalaches.

How much funding can be received?

SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $300,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) program?

To be eligible for the SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) program, you must: Must be an enterprise in the MRC des Appalaches Activities must align with the investment policy of the regional county municipality Certain activities are excluded

What expenses are eligible under SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF)?

Business start-up projects. Productivity improvement, digital transformation, and implementation of sustainable organizational practices. Business growth and expansion initiatives. Entrepreneurial succession projects.

Who can I contact for more information about the SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF)?

You can contact Thetford Region Economic Development Corporation by email at info@regionthetford.com or by phone at (418) 338-2188.

Where is the SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) available?

The SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) program is available Chaudière-Appalaches, Quebec.

Is the SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

SDE Thetford — Local Investment Fund (LIF) is a Loans and Capital investments

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