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SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3
Funding for Quebec craft product promotion
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Open Date : September 21, 2026
- Closing date : October 22, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This SODEC program supports Quebec craft businesses with up to $10,000 in funding. It helps specialized distributors improve presentation, sales, and digital discoverability of Quebec craft products.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop an online presence
- Digitize or modernize organizational tools
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : September 21, 2026
- Closing date : October 22, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Information and cultural industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-financial cooperative
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Artists / creatives
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Presentation and marketing of Quebec craft products
- Improvement of store or gallery layout to highlight craft products
- Sales and audience development for Quebec craft products
- Digital promotion and online visibility of craft products
Documents Needed
- SOD@ccès application form
- Required supporting documents for the application
- Detailed project budget
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Craft product distributors
- Specialized boutiques
- Galleries
- Promoters of Quebec craft products
Who is not eligible
- Businesses focused on markets outside Quebec for commercial activities
- Applicants without proven specialization in Quebec craft product marketing
- Businesses submitting more than one application within 12 months
Eligible expenses
- Design and fabrication of display units, lighting, and store or gallery layout for product presentation
- Development of promotional tools such as photos, videos, websites, and e-commerce tools
- Advertising costs, including traditional and digital advertising
- Costs related to digital discoverability, such as SEO, metadata structuring, and indexing
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects already completed before the submission deadline
- Taxes, including GST and QST
- Commercial projects aimed at markets outside Quebec
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Number and quality of Quebec craft businesses represented
- Expected project impact
- Alignment with program objectives
- Realism of costs and financial capacity
- Clarity and accuracy of the application
How to apply
1
Preparation of the submission
- Identify the grant program component you are applying for, here Component 3 – Assistance for specialized art craft broadcasting companies.
- Ensure that the company is eligible according to the specific criteria.
- Design a project that enhances and/or markets Quebec artisan products.
- Prepare a budget including a minimum of $5,000 in eligible expenses, excluding GST and QST.
2
Writing of the request
- Write a detailed project proposal with a description of the company's vision.
- Include the financial needs and development objectives for the coming year.
3
Submission of the request
- Check the allowed submission periods: from March 17 to April 17, 2025, for the first submission, and from September 22 to October 23, 2025, for the second submission.
- Send your application and any relevant supporting documents to the address or via the platform specified by SODEC before the deadline.
4
Confirmation of the submission
- Wait for a confirmation of receipt of your request from SODEC.
- Keep all confirmation emails in case future references are needed.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by SODEC professionals and may include external advice if needed
- Approved applicants must sign a funding agreement before receiving payment
- The final payment is released only after the project is completed and the final report is accepted
Additional information
- Applications and supporting materials must be submitted in French.
- Only one application may be submitted per 12-month period.
- Applications are submitted through the SOD@ccès portal.
Contacts
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 1Supports Quebec companies in the arts and crafts sector to improve production and marketing.
- SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 2Funding for Quebec arts and crafts business development
- SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 4Supports the participation of Quebec businesses in craft trade shows
Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3 Program
What is the SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3?
This SODEC program supports Quebec craft businesses with up to $10,000 in funding. It helps specialized distributors improve presentation, sales, and digital discoverability of Quebec craft products.
How much funding can be received?
SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
Applications will open on September 21, 2026.
Who is eligible for the SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3 program?
To be eligible for the SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3 program, you must:
Quebec-based distributor
Proven craft marketing experience
Minimum $5,000 eligible costs
What expenses are eligible under SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3?
Presentation and marketing of Quebec craft products
Improvement of store or gallery layout to highlight craft products
Sales and audience development for Quebec craft products
Digital promotion and online visibility of craft products
Who can I contact for more information about the SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3?
You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at ma@sodec.gouv.qc.ca or by phone at 514 841-2200.
Where is the SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3 available?
The SODEC — Assistance for businesses in the arts and crafts sector — Stream 3 program is available the province of Quebec.