grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|fromMinToMax
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Partnering and Collaboration
Grant and Funding
Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
  • Sous-traitance industrielle Québec (STIQ)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions

  • Investment of $2.8 million in the program to enhance competitiveness.
  • Each project under the program offers a support value of $50,000.
  • Participation in the program costs companies $20,000.
  • External experts provide flexible support for organizational improvement projects.

grant_single_labels|projects

  • Diagnostics of organizational and management processes.
  • Action plan development targeting SMEs' priorities.
  • Execution of improvement projects with external experts' collaboration.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 24,000

Expand artisanal bakery with new equipment and training

$ 28,000

Introduce a digital platform for mental health resources

$ 20,000

Launch an eco-friendly clothing line, using organic materials

$ 12,000

Develop a community urban garden to improve food security

grant_single_labels|admissibility

  • The company must be a manufacturing enterprise with 500 employees or less.
  • The company must be established in Quebec.
  • The company must be a supplier in the mining sector.
  • The company must be recommended by a mining company.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

  • Manufacturing companies with 500 employees or less
  • Companies established in Quebec
  • Suppliers in the mining sector recommended by a mining company

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

  • Costs associated with organizational and management process diagnostics.
  • Fees for expert external collaboration on improvement projects.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

  • Companies established in Québec, Canada.

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Initial ContactReach out to the program via phone (1 888 875-8789) or email (podium@stiq.com) to express your interest.
  • Step 2: Review EligibilityEnsure your company meets all eligibility criteria specific to the Podium Mines program.
  • Liaise with your recommending mining company to confirm your eligibility and gather necessary recommendations.
  • Step 3: Prepare Application DocumentsCompile any required diagnostic evaluation questionnaires provided by the program.
  • Prepare a detailed proposal for organizational process diagnoses and management plans, highlighting the integration of digital technologies.
  • Step 4: Submit ApplicationContact the program managers or lead organizations to submit your application documents.
  • Step 5: Confirmation and Follow-upAwait confirmation of receipt from the Podium Mines program team.
  • Engage in any follow-up discussions or clarifications needed by the program.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

  • The program offers a total investment of $2.8 million.
  • A total of 30 companies will participate, undertaking 60 improvement projects.
  • Companies pay a cost of $20,000 for participation, but the value of the support provided is $50,000.
  • Key facilitators play a crucial role by validating evaluation questionnaires, recommending key suppliers, supporting suppliers in project execution, and acknowledging suppliers who excel.
  • The program is particularly focused on enhancing competitiveness through the integration of digital technologies.
  • For more information or queries, applicants can contact the program at 1 888 875-8789 or via email at podium@stiq.com.
  • STIQ offices are located at 1080, côte du Beaver Hall, bureau 900, Montréal, Québec, H2Z 1S8.

grant_single_labels|contact

podium@stiq.com
1-888-875-8789

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