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Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district
Financial support for business development projects in Saint-Roch
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 500,000
Timeline
- Archived
Location
Quebec City, Capitale-Nationale, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Supporting the Development of the Saint-Roch District grant provides up to $500,000 per project to assist businesses investing in real estate improvements and technological development in the Saint-Roch area. Eligible activities include property renovations, technological equipment purchases, and professional services to support significant business growth milestones.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Conduct research and development activities
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 25% of project cost
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Quebec City
- Capitale-Nationale
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of real estate improvements and fit-out projects in the Saint-Roch district to support significant technological development and business growth milestones.
- Establishment of new technology development spaces, such as virtual reality development rooms, for companies in digital arts, interactive entertainment, fintech, artificial intelligence, smart city, or other digital product and technology sectors.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated private companies
- Social economy enterprises (non-profit organizations and cooperatives) primarily engaged in commercial activities
- Companies operating in digital arts and interactive entertainment
- Companies in financial technologies, artificial intelligence, smart city, or other digital products and technologies (excluding consulting and services)
Who is not eligible
- Social economy organizations (NPOs and co-ops) that cannot demonstrate sound democratic governance.
- Applicants not discharged from bankruptcy.
- Companies listed in the Registry of enterprises ineligible for public contracts.
- Applicants who have defaulted on financial aid obligations with the City of Québec in the past two years after formal notice.
- Companies with outstanding amounts owed to the City of Québec.
- Projects of a discriminatory nature, or those likely to create controversy or harm the image of the City of Québec.
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees, consulting services, and studies directly related to the project.
- Real estate improvements and fit-out works required for the project.
- Purchase of technological R&D equipment.
- General and administrative expenses necessary for project completion.
Eligible geographic areas
- Projects must be located in the Saint-Roch district, Québec City.
Selection criteria
- Quality and strength of the responsible business model.
- Financial capacity of the applicant to complete the project and achieve objectives.
- Viability and coherence of the submitted project, including relevance, realistic financial structure, and involved partners.
- Distinctive and innovative character of the project.
- Economic, social, and environmental impacts in the Québec area.
How to apply
1
Check eligibility criteria
- Review the eligibility conditions for applicants and projects
- Ensure your business activity fits within the eligible sectors
- Confirm your project is located in Saint-Roch district
2
Prepare application documents
- Download the funding application form (PDF: 200 KB)
- Gather all required documentation listed in the form
- Prepare details about your project and financing
3
Complete the application form
- Complete the funding application form thoroughly
- Ensure all information and documents are accurate and up to date
4
Submit your application
- Submit your completed application and required documents
- Follow the submission procedures specified in the form
5
Await decision
- Wait for the evaluation and results from Ville de Québec
- The eligibility of your project does not guarantee funding
Additional information
- The eligibility of a project does not guarantee financial support; funding decisions depend on fund availability and assessed financial need.
- The assistance provided may take the form of either a grant and/or a loan.
- If the business relocates or ceases activities, reimbursement clauses apply depending on the timing of these events.
- For detailed definitions of the analysis criteria and required documents, refer to the financing application form.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district Program
What is the Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district?
The Supporting the Development of the Saint-Roch District grant provides up to $500,000 per project to assist businesses investing in real estate improvements and technological development in the Saint-Roch area. Eligible activities include property renovations, technological equipment purchases, and professional services to support significant business growth milestones.
How much funding can be received?
Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district Funds up to 25% of admissible expenses, capped at $500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district program?
To be eligible for the Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district program, you must:
Private incorporated businesses
Operate in eligible sectors: digital arts, interactive entertainment, fintech, AI, smart city, or other digital technologies (excluding services and consulting)
Project located in Saint-Roch district
What expenses are eligible under Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district?
Implementation of real estate improvements and fit-out projects in the Saint-Roch district to support significant technological development and business growth milestones.
Establishment of new technology development spaces, such as virtual reality development rooms, for companies in digital arts, interactive entertainment, fintech, artificial intelligence, smart city, or other digital product and technology sectors.
Who can I contact for more information about the Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district?
You can contact Quebec City by email at degp@ville.quebec.qc.ca.
Where is the Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district available?
The Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district program is available Capitale-Nationale, Quebec.
Is the Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Québec city — Supporting the development of the Saint-Roch district is a Grant and Funding