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Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects
Support for commercial artery development projects
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec City, Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program offers non-repayable financial support for economic development projects in Québec’s commercial arteries. Eligible initiatives include marketing, promotion, business attraction, market research, and strategic development tools for commercial sectors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 65% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec City
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Marketing and promotion of a commercial artery or sector.
- Strategies to retain or attract businesses and investments.
- Research and sharing of market potential information.
- Development, planning, or validation of business development tools.
- Development, planning, or validation of flagship projects for commercial arteries or sectors.
Documents Needed
- Funding application form
- Budget template
- Required supporting documents listed in the form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Business development corporations (SDCs)
- Business associations in the Québec agglomeration
- Groups of business associations and/or SDCs
- Non-profit organizations in commercial arteries without a business association group
Who is not eligible
- Organizations other than the eligible SDCs, business associations, groups of associations/SDCs, and non-profits listed for the program.
- Projects that would compete with activities on another commercial artery.
- Projects with controversial activities that the City of Québec would not reasonably associate with its name.
Eligible expenses
- All costs related to project implementation.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs already included in the regular operations of the business association or non-profit organization.
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec agglomeration
- Québec City
- Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures
- L’Ancienne-Lorette
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission by the City of Québec.
- Approval is not automatic and depends on the program review.
- Applicants must submit a full project report after completion.
Additional information
- The City’s contribution is non-repayable.
- The application form includes the required supporting documents and submission details.
- Promotion projects linked to major infrastructure works requested by the City have specific maximum funding conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects. 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 Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects?
The program offers non-repayable financial support for economic development projects in Québec’s commercial arteries. Eligible initiatives include marketing, promotion, business attraction, market research, and strategic development tools for commercial sectors.
How much funding can be received?
Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects Funds up to 65% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects program?
To be eligible for the Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects program, you must:
SDCs, business associations, and eligible non-profits in Québec agglomeration
Project must support business development
What expenses are eligible under Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects?
Marketing and promotion of a commercial artery or sector.
Strategies to retain or attract businesses and investments.
Research and sharing of market potential information.
Development, planning, or validation of business development tools.
Development, planning, or validation of flagship projects for commercial arteries or sectors.
Where is the Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects available?
The Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.
Is the Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects?
Support for commercial arteries — Component 2 – Support for economic development projects is funded by Quebec City