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Last Update: April 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 15,000
Timeline
- Open Date : May 11, 2026
- Closing date : June 7, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Startup in Residence offers an investment accelerator for Canadian technology startups with growth potential and positive socio-economic impact. Selected startups can receive a $15,000 non-dilutive grant and potential investment of up to $250,000.
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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
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : May 11, 2026
- Closing date : June 7, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Early-stage technology startup development and growth.
- Projects with positive socio-economic impact for communities in Canada.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Company information
- PDF version of the form, if needed for reference
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Early-stage technology startups.
- Canadian incorporated companies.
Who is not eligible
- Co-operatives.
- Non-profit organizations.
Eligible expenses
- External services useful for project feasibility, such as legal, accounting, and design services.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Co-operatives and non-profit organizations are not supported.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Your application is reviewed by Startup in Residence’s selection committee to confirm it meets the program’s criteria.
- If your startup meets the criteria, you may be invited to present your solution to a committee of experts and investors.
- Selected startups may then join the program following the final selection process.
Additional information
- The application form is available in PDF.
- Submitting the form authorizes the sharing of the information with Desjardins and its partners for the coaching program.
- Questions about the call or form can be sent by email.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Startup in residence Program
What is the Startup in residence?
Startup in Residence offers an investment accelerator for Canadian technology startups with growth potential and positive socio-economic impact. Selected startups can receive a $15,000 non-dilutive grant and potential investment of up to $250,000.
How much funding can be received?
Startup in residence Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was June 7, 2026.
Who is eligible for the Startup in residence program?
To be eligible for the Startup in residence program, you must:
Canadian-incorporated technology company
Working prototype required
Less than $1M in dilutive funding
What expenses are eligible under Startup in residence?
Early-stage technology startup development and growth.
Projects with positive socio-economic impact for communities in Canada.
Who can I contact for more information about the Startup in residence?
You can contact Desjardins by email at ser@startup-residence.ca.
Where is the Startup in residence available?
The Startup in residence program is available the province of Quebec.