MRC Témiscamingue — Fund YOUR SME
Overview
The "Fonds TA PME" grant offers a maximum reimbursement of $3,000 to support small businesses in implementing a comprehensive web strategy or transitioning to sustainable practices. The program encompasses activities such as developing transactional platforms or undertaking environmental and economic performance improvements.
At a glance
Funding available
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop an online presence
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible candidates
- All industries
- Témiscamingue
- Ville-Marie
- Abitibi-Témiscamingue
- Quebec
- For-profit business
- All revenue ranges
- 50 employees maximum
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
Activities funded
This grant supports projects that enable small businesses to enhance their digital capabilities and transition towards green practices, promoting both environmental sustainability and economic growth.
- Developing a comprehensive web strategy for small businesses.
- Creating a transactional website or a digital platform for appointments or reservations.
- Guiding small businesses in improving environmental and economic performance.
- Implementing sustainable development projects, focusing on responsible purchasing, reducing energy consumption, and efficient waste management.
- Enhancing workforce attraction and retention, ensuring health, safety, and well-being.
- Optimizing freight transport to improve sustainability.
- Investment in technology advancements and innovative, sustainable manufacturing processes.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Private enterprises or cooperatives engaged in commercial activities located in the MRC of Témiscamingue.- Must have less than 50 employees.- Must engage with suppliers based in Abitibi Témiscamingue, unless a valid reason is demonstrated.- Must have a physical establishment in Témiscamingue and commenced operations.- Eligible for one application per stream ('Branche ta PME' or 'PME durable') per business or entrepreneur.- Cannot be a municipal organization or a non-profit with no commercial activities.
Who is not eligible
Some entities are not eligible for the grant based on their organizational status or primary activities. These restrictions are designed to ensure that grant funds are allocated to eligible business entities that meet certain operational and commercial criteria.
- Municipal organizations are not eligible for the grant.
- Non-profit organizations (NPOs) without commercial activities are excluded from applying.
Eligible expenses
The grant covers specific eligible expenses related to the digital transformation and sustainable development projects for small businesses.
- Professional fees and travel expenses for consultants related to the "Branche ta PME" mandate.
- Software and hosting costs (maximum 1 year) for adding a transactional tool.
- Professional fees for the "PME durable" initiative.
- Training fees for accompanying professionals on sustainable development.
- Technological advancements or innovative and sustainable manufacturing processes.
- Processes supporting the green transition project.
- Equipment related to a sustainable development approach.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to companies located specifically in the Témiscamingue region. Eligibility is focused on businesses operating within this geographical area to support local development.
- Companies based within the Témiscamingue region, Quebec, Canada.
How to apply
Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Verify Eligibility
- Ensure your business is a private enterprise or a cooperative with commercial activities.
- Confirm you have fewer than 50 employees.
- Check that your business is located and operational in Témiscamingue.
- Step 2: Contact the Funding Body
- Reach out to the Société de développement du Témiscamingue for more information.
- Obtain details on eligibility criteria and the application form from their official website.
- Step 3: Prepare Your Application
- Complete the official application form provided by the Société de développement du Témiscamingue.
- Gather and prepare all necessary supplier quotes.
- Ensure no expenses are incurred before project approval.
- Step 4: Submit the Application
- Follow the submission instructions provided by the Société de développement du Témiscamingue.
- Make sure to keep a copy of the submitted documents for your records.
- Step 5: Post-Submission
- Wait for confirmation or further instructions from the Société de développement du Témiscamingue.
- If applicable, inform the SDT about any new offers of contribution from other parties during the review period.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The maximum reimbursement amount is $3,000 per project, which equates to 50% of the eligible costs incurred before taxes.
- Reimbursement is for the incurred costs only; cost overruns are borne by the applicant.
- Canadian businesses must be engaged for hosting services, and expenses must be in Canadian dollars.
- Applicants must notify the Société de développement du Témiscamingue (SDT) if other contributions are offered during the review period.
- Applicants must not seek reimbursement for expenses already covered by another source.
- The Entente de contribution non remboursable must be signed by the applicant upon approval.