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SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was January 29, 2026.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives?

You can contact Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC) by email at innovation@sodec.gouv.qc.ca.

Q: Where is the SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives available?

The SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives a grant, loan, or tax credit?

SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives?

SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives is funded by Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

Last Update: March 3, 2026

QC, Canada

Support for Quebec cultural innovation projects

Grant and Funding

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Integrate new technologies

Develop a new product

Research and experimental development

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : December 15, 2025
Closing date : January 29, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution
For-profit business
Sole proprietorship

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
National
International

Overview

The Programme d’Aide aux Initiatives Innovantes by SODEC provides financial assistance for strategic innovation projects in technological, digital, or business process innovation, with a maximum funding of $150,000 per project or up to $500,000 for collaborative projects. Eligible activities include planning, research and development, production, and implementation of new or significantly improved products, processes, or services that benefit Quebec's cultural enterprises.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 110,000

Creating an AI-driven recommendation engine for a Montreal-based music streaming service

$ 100,000

Developing an innovative VR platform for digital art galleries

$ 80,000

Developing an interactive e-learning platform for cultural content creators

How to apply

Preliminary consultation

Contact a person responsible for the program by email (innovation@sodec.gouv.qc.ca) to validate the eligibility of your company and your project.

Preparation of the request

Fill out the main program form in the SOD@ccès application (program number 30-40-00).
Prepare all required documents such as the company declaration, the implementation plan, the budget grid, and supplier quotes.
Prepare financial statements for the last two completed years.

Submission of the request

Access the secure SOD@ccès submission portal to download the required documents.
Submit all documents directly on the portal.

Follow-up on the request

Check the confirmation of receipt of the request via the portal.

Closure of the request

Complete and submit the usage report and final assessment after the project ends.

Contacts

innovation@sodec.gouv.qc.ca

QC, Canada

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Frequently Asked Questions about the SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the SODEC — Support for innovative initiatives. 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.