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Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3)
Support for market development and export growth
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $2,000,000 in support for eligible companies developing commercial and export projects. It supports market development, export preparation, diversification, consolidation, and strategic market access activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 65% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Wholesale trade
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- From $ 1,000,000 to $ 50,000,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Integration of Quebec products or services into strategic supply chains in Quebec
- Structured market diversification and consolidation projects outside Quebec
- Export preparation and international market development projects
- Commercial marketing and certification activities linked to target markets
- Participation in trade events outside Quebec
Documents Needed
- Detailed project description and completed application form
- Financial statements for the last two years, or projected statements for startups
- Service offers and partnerships, if applicable
- Proof of francization compliance, if applicable
- Job description and candidate CV for hiring projects
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit companies
- Non-profit social economy organizations
- Non-financial cooperatives
- Business groups
Who is not eligible
- Businesses mainly active in agriculture, forestry, fishing, hunting, mining, utilities, construction, telecom, finance, real estate, education, health, arts, hospitality, public administration, and most other excluded sectors
- Companies listed on Quebec's register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
- Companies not compliant with Quebec francization requirements, where applicable
- State-owned or government-controlled companies
- Companies mainly active in fossil fuels, gambling, violent games, sex-related activities, tobacco, drugs, or controversial weapons
Eligible expenses
- Direct project-related expenses in Quebec or outside Quebec, depending on the stream
- Market studies and access to databases
- Professional fees and subcontracting services
- Labour costs for project staff, including project management
- Testing, analysis, certification, and normative documents
- Advertising, social media, newsletters, and referral costs, within stream limits
- Trade event registration, booth, office, or rental costs outside Quebec
- Freight, sample shipping, promotional materials, and business matching platform access
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before the application is filed
- Debt service, loan repayments, and capital replacement
- Regular operating expenses
- Capital expenditures, software acquisition or development, and software licence fees
- Land, building acquisition, construction, or expansion costs
- Transactions between related companies or partners
- Meal, travel, and accommodation expenses
- Intern hires
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Investissement Québec, in collaboration with the minister
- Eligibility and project analysis are completed before a decision is made
- Selection is subject to budget availability and program rules
- If approved, a subsidy agreement must be signed before funding is paid
- Progress and final reports are required before later payments and final disbursement
Additional information
- The program is administered by Investissement Québec on behalf of the Government of Quebec.
- Applicants may be selected based on sector and target market priorities.
- The government may suspend the intake and analysis of applications without notice.
- Applicants should consult the program's normative framework for more details.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3). 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 Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3)?
This program provides up to $2,000,000 in support for eligible companies developing commercial and export projects. It supports market development, export preparation, diversification, consolidation, and strategic market access activities.
How much funding can be received?
Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3) Funds up to 65% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3) program?
To be eligible for the Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3) program, you must:
Registered and active in Quebec
Meets the required revenue threshold
Project fits the stream's market objectives
What expenses are eligible under Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3)?
Integration of Quebec products or services into strategic supply chains in Quebec
Structured market diversification and consolidation projects outside Quebec
Export preparation and international market development projects
Commercial marketing and certification activities linked to target markets
Participation in trade events outside Quebec
Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3)?
You can contact Investissement Québec (IQ) by email at none or by phone at 1 844 474-6367.
Where is the Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3) available?
The Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Support for Large Companies in Their Structuring Projects on International Markets (PSCE – Stream 3) is a Grant and Funding