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Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 4,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Mauricie, Quebec
Overview
This non-repayable fund supports businesses seeking help to solve a problem or improve their situation with the support of an external consultant. It can fund acquisition, expansion, or consolidation projects, with support of up to 50% for private companies and 80% for non-profits, to a maximum of CAD 4,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 4,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Mauricie
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Acquisition projects.
- Expansion projects.
- Consolidation projects.
Documents Needed
- Paid invoices.
- Supporting documents required by the funding body’s scoring grid.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private businesses.
- Social economy organizations.
Who is not eligible
- Religious organizations.
- Sexual, political, spiritual, or esoteric businesses.
- Businesses whose activities could be controversial or harm the reputation of the MRC of Maskinongé or other government bodies.
Eligible expenses
- Consulting fees from an external consultant or firm.
Eligible geographic areas
- MRC of Maskinongé.
Processing and Agreement
- The application is assessed under the fund’s scoring grid.
- Funding is approved by the CDÉT and the MRC Council for special projects.
- Payment is made after paid invoices are submitted.
Additional information
- The grant is non-repayable.
- Funding is provided upon submission of paid invoices.
- Additional support may be available for special projects, subject to approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Specialized Support Fund Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Specialized Support Fund. 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.
What is the Specialized Support Fund?
This non-repayable fund supports businesses seeking help to solve a problem or improve their situation with the support of an external consultant. It can fund acquisition, expansion, or consolidation projects, with support of up to 50% for private companies and 80% for non-profits, to a maximum of CAD 4,000.
How much funding can be received?
Specialized Support Fund Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $4,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Specialized Support Fund program?
To be eligible for the Specialized Support Fund program, you must:
Legally incorporated and REQ-registered.
Business location in MRC of Maskinongé.
Project supported by an external consultant.
What expenses are eligible under Specialized Support Fund?
Acquisition projects.
Expansion projects.
Consolidation projects.
Who can I contact for more information about the Specialized Support Fund?
You can contact MRC de Maskinongé by email at audrey.pichette@mrc-maskinonge.qc.ca or by phone at 819 228-9461.
Where is the Specialized Support Fund available?
The Specialized Support Fund program is available Mauricie, Quebec.
Is the Specialized Support Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Specialized Support Fund is a Grant and Funding