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Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces
Funding for commercial space improvements in Shawinigan
Offered by
Ville de Shawinigan
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- Funding available
- $ 20,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Deadline
- Unspecified
- Location
- Shawinigan, Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports commercial revitalization in Shawinigan through funding for tenant improvement projects. It provides up to 50% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $10,000 for an existing business and $20,000 for a new business.
At a glance
Funding available
- Maximum funding
- $20,000
- Maximum share of project costs
- 50%
- Start a business
- Renovate or expand facilities
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Shawinigan
- Mauricie
- Quebec
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
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Availability timeline
2024
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Retail businesses
- Local service businesses
- Existing businesses in Shawinigan
- New businesses from outside Shawinigan or expanding in the city
Eligible expenses
- Expenses directly related to a tenant improvement project
Eligible geographic areas
- Shawinigan
- Shawinigan-Sud — 105th Avenue, between 108th and 125th Street
- Grand-Mère — Avenue de Grand-Mère, between 2nd and 8th Street
Activities funded
- Commercial tenant improvement projects
- Projects that improve the attractiveness of a commercial space
- Projects that help revitalize the local commercial mix
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application form
- Fill out the official request form.
- Step 2: Submit the application
- Send the completed file to the City.
- Step 3: Wait for review
- The City reviews eligibility and the supporting documents.
- Step 4: Sign the subsidy protocol if approved
- Complete the agreement before payment is made.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Building permit or authorization certificate from the City
- Supporting documents for project verification
- Proof of lease, if applicable
Selection criteria
- Strengthens the commercial mix of the area.
- Improves the appearance and attractiveness of a commercial space.
- Helps reduce vacant premises in the targeted zones.
- Supports the revitalization of the commercial sector.
Processing and Agreement
- Application received and file opened.
- Preliminary review of eligibility and submitted documents.
- Project analysis and recommendation to the City of Shawinigan finance committee.
- Subsidy protocol prepared if approved.
- Project completion and supporting documents verified before payment.
- Grant disbursed and file administered.
Additional information
- The program has two streams: existing businesses and new businesses or expansions in Shawinigan.
- The support is intended for high-impact tenant improvement projects.
- Applications must be submitted before work begins.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces Program
What is the Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces?
This program supports commercial revitalization in Shawinigan through funding for tenant improvement projects. It provides up to 50% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $10,000 for an existing business and $20,000 for a new business.
How much funding can be received?
Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces program?
To be eligible for the Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces program, you must:
Retail or local service business in Shawinigan
Located in the targeted commercial areas
Tenant improvement project
What expenses are eligible under Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces?
Expenses directly related to a tenant improvement project
Where is the Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces available?
The Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces program is available Mauricie, Quebec.
Is the Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces?
Ville de Shawinigan — Incentive Program for Commercial Spaces is funded by Ville de Shawinigan