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Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue
Sustainable business improvement support
Funding available
$ 1,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue supports local businesses on Monkland Avenue in the Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough with $1,000 upon successful completion to improve sustainable business practices. Eligible challenges can focus on waste reduction, local sourcing, or energy efficiency.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Waste reduction initiatives, including packaging improvements, reuse or refill solutions, and better waste sorting and materials management
- Local and responsible sourcing initiatives, including purchasing from local suppliers and choosing more sustainable products or materials
- Energy efficiency and operations improvements, including reducing energy consumption and optimizing lighting or equipment
- Internal practices and governance initiatives, including developing policies, engaging employees, and building a long-term sustainability approach
- Any other concrete initiative that improves sustainable business practices
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Assessment form provided by PME MTL Centre-Ville after eligibility is confirmed
- Evidence at the end of the challenge showing the agreed-upon actions were completed, such as photos, invoices, contracts, screenshots, internal documents, or other supporting materials
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Local businesses located on Monkland Avenue
- Businesses with a physical storefront
Who is not eligible
- Chain stores, banner stores, franchises, and Crown corporations
- Businesses whose primary activities are political or religious in nature
- Businesses that do not comply with applicable municipal, provincial, or federal regulations
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Actions completed before registering
- Actions already funded through another source before the program begins
- Actions undertaken solely to comply with regulatory requirements
- Projects that are strictly promotional or event-related
Eligible geographic areas
- Monkland Avenue
How to apply
- Complete the short application form and provide basic information about your company
Processing and Agreement
- After submission, a PME MTL Centre-Ville advisor contacts applicants to confirm eligibility and schedule a visit
- Selected businesses work with a PME MTL advisor to identify the actions that will make up the challenge
- Once participation is confirmed, businesses have until October 31, 2026 to complete the challenge
- Businesses that successfully achieve their objectives receive $1,000
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue Program
What is the Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue?
Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue supports local businesses on Monkland Avenue in the Côte-des-Neiges–Notre-Dame-de-Grâce borough with $1,000 upon successful completion to improve sustainable business practices. Eligible challenges can focus on waste reduction, local sourcing, or energy efficiency.
How much funding can be received?
Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue program?
To be eligible for the Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue program, you must:
Local business located on Monkland Avenue
Physical storefront required
Must be willing and available to take part in the coaching process and provide proof of completed actions
What expenses are eligible under Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue?
Waste reduction initiatives, including packaging improvements, reuse or refill solutions, and better waste sorting and materials management
Local and responsible sourcing initiatives, including purchasing from local suppliers and choosing more sustainable products or materials
Energy efficiency and operations improvements, including reducing energy consumption and optimizing lighting or equipment
Internal practices and governance initiatives, including developing policies, engaging employees, and building a long-term sustainability approach
Any other concrete initiative that improves sustainable business practices
Who can I contact for more information about the Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue?
You can contact PME MTL (PME) by email at jfournier@pmemtlcv.com.
Where is the Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue available?
The Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue program is available across Canada.
Is the Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Take on the Défi Vert – Monkland Avenue is a Grant and Funding