How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the Société de Développement économique de la Colombie-Britanique?

Société de Développement économique de la Colombie-Britanique is funded by Government of British Columbia, Société de développement économique de la Colombie-Britannique (SDÉCB)

Société de Développement économique de la Colombie-Britanique

Q: What are Société de Développement économique de la Colombie-Britanique's eligibility criterias?

Eligibility criteria not mentioned

Last Update: July 22, 2025

BC, Canada

Support for Francophone SMEs in British Columbia

Société de Développement économique de la Colombie-Britanique at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Educational services
Other services (except public administration)

Grant Providers

Government of British Columbia
Société de développement économique de la Colombie-Britannique (SDÉCB)

Program status

Open

Overview of the Société de Développement économique de la Colombie-Britanique program

Get access to enhanced services such as training, marketing advice, networking and mentoring to grow your Francophone business.

Eligible projects & activities

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 9,600

Creating a mentorship program for young Francophone tech entrepreneurs

$ 6,000

Developing a web platform for Francophone eco-tourism services

$ 4,000

Launching a marketing campaign for handcrafted jewelry from local artisans

$ 12,000

Establishing a cooperative workspace for Francophone freelance writers

$ 8,000

Organizing a series of business development workshops for Francophone entrepreneurs

Eligibility criteria of the Société de Développement économique de la Colombie-Britanique program

Who is eligible?

The grant is aimed at supporting Francophones in British Columbia who are involved in economic projects, community development, entrepreneurship, recruitment, job searching, and youth activities. It is intended for individuals, organizations, and businesses seeking to develop their community projects or professional endeavors in British Columbia.

Eligible expenses

The organization provides a wide range of activities to support economic development for Francophones in British Columbia. These activities are geared towards entrepreneurship, employer support, employment assistance, and community development, alongside resources tailored for youth.

Entrepreneurship support including individual and group mentoring programs.
Recruitment services and Francophone mobility initiatives.
Employment assistance such as career services in British Columbia and job offer listings.
Community development through organizational support, sustainable development, and tourism projects.
Youth-specific programs and services like school programs and youth service activities.
A range of resources including workshops, tools, and informational podcasts.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is specifically tailored for Francophone individuals and communities in British Columbia. It focuses on fostering economic development for these groups within the province.

Francophone communities in British Columbia.
Businesses operating within the province of British Columbia.

How to apply to the Société de Développement économique de la Colombie-Britanique program

Research the grant eligibility criteria and guidelines.

Prepare necessary documentation such as business plans, financial statements, and project proposals.

Fill out the online application form, ensuring all required fields are completed accurately.

Upload the necessary supporting documents as specified in the grant guidelines.

Review the application for accuracy and completeness before submission.

Submit the application and receive confirmation of receipt from the SDECB.

Await feedback or a decision from the grant review committee.

If approved, follow the instructions for receiving funds and implementing the project.

Maintain communication with the SDECB for monitoring and reporting purposes as required.

Additional information

The Société de développement économique de la Colombie-Britannique (SDECB) is focused on promoting the economic prosperity of Francophones in British Columbia. They offer extensive support including business services, employer support, employment assistance, and community development.