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Laval Économique — Sustainable transition
Supports sustainable business transitions in Laval
Latest source updateLast Update: May 10, 2026Latest change: The Sustainable Transition page now reflects a broader program view and updated eligibility, funding, and deadline details, including linked opportunities for export and technology transitions.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 10, 2026
Latest change: The Sustainable Transition page now reflects a broader program view and updated eligibility, funding, and deadline details, including linked opportunities for export and technology transitions.
Sustainable Transition Program updated
The Sustainable Transition content now presents a broader opportunity-accelerator view and includes linked programs for Export+ Fund, Tech shift – retail, and Tech shift – Manufacturing. Eligible targets, sectors, funding limits, contribution rules, and deadlines have changed in ways that materially affect who can apply and what projects are supported. The program page also now shows updated eligibility thresholds, adjusted project timelines, and revised eligible activity and expense descriptions. Contact details and application access appear largely unchanged.
Funding available
$ 25,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Laval, Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Sustainable Transition program offers up to $25,000 to help Laval businesses move toward a more sustainable and responsible business model. Eligible projects must reduce environmental impact and be developed through a recognized structured approach with Laval économique.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Laval
- Laval
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- From $ 2 to $ 50,000,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- 15-100 employees
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Technical assessments and action plans to define resource use and impacts.
- Investment projects that significantly reduce the environmental footprint.
- Structured eco-responsible practices leading to certification.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Laval-based businesses.
- Businesses operating for at least 2 years.
- Manufacturing, assembly, processing, or fabrication companies.
- Food processing businesses.
- High-tech, transportation and logistics, business services, tourism, and strategic sectors.
Who is not eligible
- Transportation and logistics businesses in warehousing, independent road transport, automobile dealerships, or auto repair services.
- Business services in retail, restaurants, professional and financial services, regulated professions, construction, daycare, or training centers.
Eligible expenses
- Materials, equipment, and clean technologies directly aimed at reducing environmental impact.
- External costs for technology showcase projects.
- Professional fees and consulting services for sustainable practices or environmental certifications.
Eligible geographic areas
- Laval, Quebec.
Selection criteria
The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant will focus on their potential impact on environmental sustainability and the degree of alignment with structured sustainable development plans.
- Potential environmental impact of the project.
- Integration of insights and strategies garnered from Laval économique's structured support framework.
- Comprehensive sustainable development diagnosis and implementation planning.
- Commitment to executing the project in adherence with recognized structured approaches.
- Capability to leverage a minimum of 25% of project funding efforts internally.
How to apply
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Initial Assessment
- Contact Laval économique to discuss your project and ensure it aligns with the sustainability objectives outlined by them.
- Schedule a preliminary consultation with a specialist from Laval économique and its partners to assess the readiness and potential impact of your project.
- Step 2: Structured Process Engagement
- Engage in a structured process recognized by Laval économique, which includes a diagnostic assessment on sustainable development and the development of an implementation plan.
- Work with assigned consultants to refine your project plan, targeting significant improvement in your environmental footprint.
- Step 3: Application Preparation
- Compile necessary documentation, including proof of business criteria such as incorporation details, financial statements, and sustainability diagnostics.
- Detail the project's objectives, expected outcomes, budget, and timeline in a comprehensive proposal.
- Ensure the project meets the requirement for local innovation and a funding match of at least 25% of eligible expenses.
- Step 4: Submission Process
- Submit the completed application and supporting documents to the designated contact at Laval économique.
- Follow specific submission guidelines as provided during consultations.
- Step 5: Application Confirmation
- Receive confirmation of receipt of your application from Laval économique.
- Keep the confirmation for your records and future follow-up.
Processing and Agreement
- Complete files are reviewed and validated before evaluation.
- Applications are assessed by a selection committee.
- Recipients are chosen according to the program terms and conditions.
- Funding depends on available budgets and may be subject to conditions.
Additional information
- Managed by Laval économique.
- Projects require a sustainable development diagnosis and an implementation plan.
- Support is available from a team of specialists.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Laval Économique — Sustainable transition Program
What is the Laval Économique — Sustainable transition?
The Sustainable Transition program offers up to $25,000 to help Laval businesses move toward a more sustainable and responsible business model. Eligible projects must reduce environmental impact and be developed through a recognized structured approach with Laval économique.
How much funding can be received?
Laval Économique — Sustainable transition Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Laval Économique — Sustainable transition program?
To be eligible for the Laval Économique — Sustainable transition program, you must:
Registered legal entity with NEQ
Based in Laval, 2+ years
Sales over $1M
What expenses are eligible under Laval Économique — Sustainable transition?
Technical assessments and action plans to define resource use and impacts.
Investment projects that significantly reduce the environmental footprint.
Structured eco-responsible practices leading to certification.
Where is the Laval Économique — Sustainable transition available?
The Laval Économique — Sustainable transition program is available Laval, Quebec.
Is the Laval Économique — Sustainable transition a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Laval Économique — Sustainable transition is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Laval Économique — Sustainable transition?
Laval Économique — Sustainable transition is funded by Laval Economique