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Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown

Help businesses in downtown Laval to develop their competitiveness through innovative projects
Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE)
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 37,500
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Laval, Quebec, Canada

Overview

The Virage techno grant offers up to $37,500 to support downtown Laval shops, restaurants, and accommodation businesses in their digital transformation efforts. Eligible activities include the acquisition of technological equipment and related services to enhance digital presence and competitiveness.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Strengthen cybersecurity
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 37,500 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Wholesale trade
  • Retail trade
  • Real estate and rental and leasing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Accommodation and food services
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
Location
  • Laval
  • Laval
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
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

  • Adoption of automation and robotics for business operations.
  • Integration of virtual and augmented reality technologies.
  • Implementation of artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.
  • Deployment of digital inventory management and security systems.
  • Acquisition of specialized business software to enhance digital transformation.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Retail businesses located in downtown Laval
  • Restaurants situated in downtown Laval
  • Accommodation businesses operating in downtown Laval

Who is not eligible

  • Companies not operating in the retail, restaurant, or accommodation sectors classified under the specified NAICS codes (41, 44, 45, 53, 54, 561, 721, 811, 812, 814, 7225).
  • Businesses located outside the downtown area of Laval.

Eligible expenses

  • Acquisition costs of eligible equipment and accessory components (excluding material, inventories, and other supplies).
  • Direct costs related to the installation of equipment (including transportation and leasehold improvements).
  • Costs for acquisition and implementation of software.
  • Professional fees directly related to the project.
  • Direct labour costs assigned to the project, limited to the hourly rate.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Businesses located within the downtown perimeter of Laval, Quebec.

Additional information

  • The program is delivered through a personalized support pathway, working in collaboration with various public and private stakeholders in Laval's economic ecosystem.
  • Applications are reviewed and approved by a dedicated committee once all required documents are validated.
  • The initiative aims to help businesses compete with large online commerce entities by supporting advanced digital transformation.
  • The program specifically excludes support for website creation projects.

Documents and links

Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown

Contacts

y.cupidon@laval.ca
4388375623

Frequently Asked Questions about the Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown?

The Virage techno grant offers up to $37,500 to support downtown Laval shops, restaurants, and accommodation businesses in their digital transformation efforts. Eligible activities include the acquisition of technological equipment and related services to enhance digital presence and competitiveness.

How much funding can be received?

Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $37,500 per project.

Who is eligible for the Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown program?

To be eligible for the Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown program, you must: Operate in retail, restaurant, or accommodation sectors under specified NAICS codes Be located in downtown Laval Have at least two years of commercial activity

What expenses are eligible under Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown?

Adoption of automation and robotics for business operations. Integration of virtual and augmented reality technologies. Implementation of artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. Deployment of digital inventory management and security systems. Acquisition of specialized business software to enhance digital transformation.

Who can I contact for more information about the Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown?

You can contact Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE) by email at y.cupidon@laval.ca or by phone at 4388375623.

Where is the Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown available?

The Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown program is available Laval, Quebec.

Is the Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Virage techno – shops, restaurants and accommodation downtown is a Grant and Funding

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