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Individual Market Access Support (SIAM)
Support for Quebec food processors expanding market access
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 100,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Soutien individuel d’accès aux marchés supports Quebec food processors in expanding market access and commercial presence. It funds long-distribution commercialization and market development activities aimed at new markets, new market segments, and wider market share in Quebec.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
- Develop an online presence
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- $ 250,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Commercialization and market development in Quebec’s long distribution channels
- Entering a new market
- Entering a new market segment
- Expanding market share in Quebec
Documents Needed
- Signed financial assistance application form
- Project cost and financial setup form
- Project timeline
- Business plan
- Supporting documents based on the project, such as contracts or CVs
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Food processing companies
- Businesses subcontracting their food processing in Quebec
- Agro-processors
Who is not eligible
- Companies that have already received this assistance
Eligible expenses
- Product registry costs
- Market development or marketing specialist fees
- Marketing and business development costs
- Trade show participation costs
- Eligible project costs directly linked to the project period
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Consumable products used for tastings or trade show activities
- Disposable trade show items
- Small appliances and cooking or preparation equipment
- Applications submitted after the program is closed
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and completeness.
- Assessment focuses on the applicant’s ability to carry out the project, project quality, and alignment with program objectives.
- If more information is needed, the applicant may be asked to provide clarifications or additional documents.
- If approved, a contribution agreement is issued before funding is paid.
- Payments are made after deliverables and supporting documents are accepted.
Additional information
- The program is no longer open to new prequalification or funding applications.
- Existing applications continue to be reviewed until available funds are exhausted.
- Applications are submitted directly to Aliments du Québec.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Individual Market Access Support (SIAM) Program
What is the Individual Market Access Support (SIAM)?
Soutien individuel d’accès aux marchés supports Quebec food processors in expanding market access and commercial presence. It funds long-distribution commercialization and market development activities aimed at new markets, new market segments, and wider market share in Quebec.
How much funding can be received?
Individual Market Access Support (SIAM) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $100,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Individual Market Access Support (SIAM) program?
To be eligible for the Individual Market Access Support (SIAM) program, you must:
Operational establishment in Quebec
Quebec-registered food processor or agro-processor
At least one year of sales and $250,000 revenue
What expenses are eligible under Individual Market Access Support (SIAM)?
Commercialization and market development in Quebec’s long distribution channels
Entering a new market
Entering a new market segment
Expanding market share in Quebec
Who can I contact for more information about the Individual Market Access Support (SIAM)?
You can contact Aliments du Québec by email at siam@alimentsduquebec.com.
Where is the Individual Market Access Support (SIAM) available?
The Individual Market Access Support (SIAM) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Individual Market Access Support (SIAM) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Individual Market Access Support (SIAM) is a Grant and Funding