Support for commercial arteries — Component 3 – Support for the operations and projects of a business association and commercial streets

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Who is eligible for the Support for commercial arteries — Component 3 – Support for the operations and projects of a business association and commercial streets program?

To be eligible for the Support for commercial arteries — Component 3 – Support for the operations and projects of a business association and commercial streets program, you must: • Business association or commercial development corporation located in Québec agglomeration • Association must represent at least 15 businesses on the same commercial street or sector

Q: Where is the Support for commercial arteries — Component 3 – Support for the operations and projects of a business association and commercial streets available?

The Support for commercial arteries — Component 3 – Support for the operations and projects of a business association and commercial streets program is available the province of QC.

Last Update: August 22, 2025

Québec, QC

Financial support for business associations and commercial street projects

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $150,000
Up to 65% of project cost

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The Support for Commercial Arteries—Component 3 offers eligible business associations, cooperatives, and commercial development corporations in the Québec agglomeration up to $150,000 per year for projects and up to $100,000 per year for operating costs. This program aims to finance initiatives and operations that generate commercial sector activity, including animation, promotion, development, and related expenses.

Financing terms and conditions

Non-repayable contribution covering up to 65% of both operating and project expenses.
Maximum annual funding per project: $100,000 for operating expenses of a Société de développement commercial (SDC), $30,000 for operating expenses of a business association or cooperative, and $150,000 for project expenses for an SDC, business association, or cooperative.
Total municipal, provincial, and federal government aid cannot exceed 80% of the project's total cost.

Activities funded

Implementation of urban animation and promotional programming aimed at increasing visitor traffic to commercial sectors.
Development and execution of projects that promote or enhance local commercial streets and business districts.
Community events or activities designed for the general public, offered free of charge.
Initiatives supporting improved visibility and outreach of business associations or commercial streets.

Eligibility

The applicant must be a business association or a commercial development corporation (SDC) located within the Québec agglomeration (Québec City, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, or L’Ancienne-Lorette).
Business associations must represent at least fifteen (15) business establishments located on the same commercial street or within the same commercial sector.
The project must be supported and carried out by a business association or non-profit organization operating on a commercial artery.
The proposed project should have a realistic chance of implementation, considering the applicant organization's financial and human resources.
The project must align with the annual action plan and governance framework of the applicant organization.

Who is eligible?

Business development corporations (Sociétés de développement commercial) located in the Québec agglomeration
Associations of businesspeople located in the Québec agglomeration representing at least fifteen business establishments on the same commercial street or within the same commercial sector

Who is not eligible

Organizations that are not a recognized business association or a commercial development corporation located in the Québec City agglomeration.
Business associations that submit a project within another association's territory without consent.
Applicants whose projects compete with existing, authorized activities on another commercial artery or organized by a third party as authorized by the City.
Organizations proposing projects deemed controversial by competent authorities, or that could unreasonably associate the City of Québec's name with controversy.

Eligible expenses

Rent expenses
Salaries for personnel
Professional fees (e.g., accounting or project-related consultants)
Telecommunications expenses
Insurance costs
Permit fees
Purchase or rental of equipment and assets related to animation, promotion, or development projects
Promotion and advertising expenses
Other implementation costs directly related to animation, promotion, or development projects

Eligible geographic areas

Agglomeration of Québec (including Québec City, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, and L’Ancienne-Lorette)

Selection criteria

Expected impact on commercial traffic and sector development.
Contribution to urban activity and animation in the Québec agglomeration.
Enhancement of the commercial sector’s visibility to various clienteles.
Level of stakeholder and business involvement, including the number supporting and financially contributing to the projects.
Efforts towards more sustainable and environmentally responsible practices.
Balanced budget distribution between municipal grants and other funding sources, and consistency between the action plan and annual budget.

How to apply

Check eligibility requirements

Verify if your organization is a Commercial Development Corporation (SDC) or a business association located in the Québec urban agglomeration
Ensure your association represents at least fifteen businesses on the same commercial street or sector
Review the list of excluded projects and organizations

Develop the project proposal

Prepare a project that is supported by an eligible business association or non-profit
Ensure the project aligns with the annual action plan and sector vision
Include a programming plan showing potential to increase traffic in the area
Demonstrate realistic project feasibility based on your organization’s financial and human capacity
If applicable, plan for public and free urban animation activities

Gather required documentation

Prepare the required application form provided by the grantor
Complete the appropriate budget template based on your organization type (business association, cooperative, or SDC)
Collect all relevant supporting documents

Review and validate application

Review all forms and documents for accuracy and completeness
Ensure the project plan and budget are consistent and realistic
Validate alignment with eligible expenses and program criteria

Submit the application

Submit the completed application form and all required documents to the grant administrator
Ensure submission is made before published deadlines

Wait for results

Await notification regarding the status of your application
Be prepared to provide additional information if requested during the review process

Additional information

The annual action plan must align with the project’s objectives and submitted budget.
Urban animation programming must include a free, public component.
The decision regarding whether an activity is controversial rests with the competent authorities of the Ville de Québec.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for commercial arteries — Component 3 – Support for the operations and projects of a business association and commercial streets Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for commercial arteries — Component 3 – Support for the operations and projects of a business association and commercial streets. 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.