grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Other Support
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • grant_single|allIndustries
grant_single|grantors
  • Gouvernement du Québec
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

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If you are receiving employment insurance benefits or benefits from a last-resort financial assistance program, you may be eligible for financial support and technical advice to develop a business plan and start your own business or create your own job.

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grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$ 25,000

Launch a mobile pet grooming service to cater to busy pet owners

$ 30,000

Open a community-supported bakery to provide affordable artisan bread

$ 30,000

Start an eco-friendly cleaning service to promote green household practices

$ 70,000

Establish a digital literacy training center for senior citizens

$ 50,000

Set up a local fresh produce delivery service to support local farmers

$ 35,000

Create an art therapy program for mental health support

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The eligibility criteria for the Soutien au travail autonome program are:
  • Must be a recipient of employment insurance, social assistance, unemployed without public income support, or in a precarious work situation.
  • Must demonstrate motivation to become an entrepreneur, possess relevant experience or skills, and present a written draft of the business project.
  • Must commit to working on starting the business for a minimum of 35 hours per week.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Eligible types of companies for this grant include individuals receiving employment insurance, social assistance recipients, unemployed individuals without public income support, and workers with precarious status.
  • Individuals receiving employment insurance
  • Social assistance recipients
  • Unemployed individuals without public income support
  • Workers with precarious status

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

There are eligible expenses for this grant, including:
  • An employment assistance allowance equivalent to the minimum wage in Quebec for 35 hours per week
  • Childcare expenses, if applicable

grant_single_labels|criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The candidate must demonstrate motivation to become an entrepreneur, possess relevant experience or skills, present a written draft of the business project, and commit to working on the business startup for a minimum of 35 hours per week.
  • Demonstrate motivation to become an entrepreneur.
  • Possess relevant experience or skills.
  • Present a written draft of the business project.
  • Commit to working on the business startup for a minimum of 35 hours per week.

grant_single_labels|apply

  • Step 1: Fill out the service application
  • Access the online site to fill out the employment assistance service application form.
  • Print the PDF form titled "Service Request (3003-01)" if you prefer a physical submission.
  • Step 2: Prepare the required documents
  • Gather a government-issued photo ID.
  • Step 3: Submit the application
  • Submit your application online through the designated portal.
  • For a physical submission, bring the completed form and necessary documents to a Services Québec office.
  • Mail the application if necessary.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

The Support for Self-Employment program has been suspended as of May 1, 2024. Other employment assistance programs may be available for those seeking help.
  • Assistance aimed at supporting participants accepted before May 1, 2024, will continue for the duration of their participation.
  • Individuals may be eligible for other employment assistance programs to help find and integrate into a job.
  • An online application is available for employment assistance services, including evaluation interviews and checking eligibility for programs.
  • An alternative application method involves filling out a PDF form and submitting it to a local Services Québec office, either in person or by post.
  • For more information regarding available programs, contacting a local Services Québec office is recommended.

grant_single_labels|documents

Support for self-employment

grant_single_labels|contact

1-877-767-8773

Apply to this program

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