1. Loan guarantees
Buyer Financing
Export Development Canada
EDC provides financing options to your international customers and protects you from the risk of non-payment.
How it works:
- You provide EDC with your export contract and credit information on your foreign buyer
- Once approved, EDC issues a loan agreement to your buyer
- EDC collects payment from the buyer, administers loans and makes the payment to you
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Export Guarantee Program
Export Development Canada
You could get the working capital you need for export-related activities. By establishing a credit arrangement with your financial institution, the risk and security is then shared.
The program provides:
- Sufficient cash flow for business or capital expenses
- Financing to expand sales into new markets, buy equipment
- Support for international investment
Costs are based on the associated risks, the duration of the contract and the amount of financing required.
Other conditions apply.
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SMBs and Large Corporations — Project Financing
Investissement Québec
You may be eligible for a loan, a loan guarantee, or funding in "quasi-equity" of $50,000 or more for business projects such as:
- Purchase of machinery and equipment
- Building modernization
- Business succession, transfer, or acquisition
- Increase in working capital
- Trademarks acquisition
- Export
- Innovation
- Commercialization
The maximum duration of funding is 25 years. Agricultural sectors, finance, real estate and retail are excluded.
Other conditions apply.
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(in French only)
EDC Direct Lending
Export Development Canada
You may apply for a secured loan for your international expansion plans or for your foreign affiliate.
A direct loan can support:
- Financing of equipment or facilities
- Establishment or expansion of a foreign affiliate
EDC lending support is priced based on the level of risk and the market involved.
Other conditions apply.
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Financing for collective entrepreneurship
Investissement Québec
Your cooperative or non-profit organization could receive a minimum funding of $50,000 in loans, loan guarantees, or equity investment of up to 100% of the cost of projects such as:
- Building acquisition or modernization
- Purchase of machinery or equipment
- Refinancing
- Entry into a new market
- Acquisition of intangible assets (trademarks, patents, etc.)
The organization must engage in commercial activities.
Other conditions apply.
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2. Equity investments
Femmessor — Réussir en affaires
Femmessor
Are you a woman who owns at least 25% of the shares of a business? If so, you could get assistance with a project relating to the start-up, expansion, consolidation, growth, or acquisition of a business, such as:
- A conventional loan ($20,000 to $150,000) or capital stock (up to $250,000)
- Customized training, workshops and seminars to perfect your skills
- Individual coaching services or mentoring
- Networking activities to develop your network of relationships
Your project must be cost-effective and economically viable.
Other conditions apply.
Learn more
(in French only)
SMBs and Large Corporations — Project Financing
Investissement Québec
You may be eligible for a loan, a loan guarantee, or funding in "quasi-equity" of $50,000 or more for business projects such as:
- Purchase of machinery and equipment
- Building modernization
- Business succession, transfer, or acquisition
- Increase in working capital
- Trademarks acquisition
- Export
- Innovation
- Commercialization
The maximum duration of funding is 25 years. Agricultural sectors, finance, real estate and retail are excluded.
Other conditions apply.
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(in French only)
BDC Capital
Business Development Bank of Canada
Access a wide range of specialized financing to match the various stages of growth of your business, such as:
- Transforming your ideas into a business
- Growth initiatives such as R&D, and product and market development
- Buying or transferring a business, including family successions, management and partner buyouts, and management buy-ins
Options include:
- Venture capital
- Growth and Transition Capital
- Growth equity
Terms and conditions may be tailored to meet your unique needs.
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Financing for collective entrepreneurship
Investissement Québec
Your cooperative or non-profit organization could receive a minimum funding of $50,000 in loans, loan guarantees, or equity investment of up to 100% of the cost of projects such as:
- Building acquisition or modernization
- Purchase of machinery or equipment
- Refinancing
- Entry into a new market
- Acquisition of intangible assets (trademarks, patents, etc.)
The organization must engage in commercial activities.
Other conditions apply.
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Fonds Innovexport
Le Fonds Innovexport
You could receive up to $3 million in funding for an innovative project that aims to export products or services that meet a market need.
You must:
- Have a corporate structure that is conducive to investment
- Have a realistic goal of profitability
- Be supported by an incubator, accelerator, or expert panel
Businesses in the following industries are NOT eligible for the program:
- Agriculture, forestry, and mining operations (except applied technologies)
- Biotechnology, construction, property management, and retail
Other conditions apply.
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Form(s)
Fonds de solidarité FTQ
Fonds de solidarité FTQ
You could get up to $3 million in loans or equity financing for your merger, acquisition, expansion, or new market development projects.
The FTQ considers criteria related to the success of each project, such as:
- Economic viability of the business
- Economic spin-offs for jobs
- Knowledge and experience of stakeholders
- Appreciation of workers
- Participation of other financial partners
Other conditions apply.
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Industrial, Clean and Energy Technology (ICE) Venture Fund
Business Development Bank of Canada
Access venture capital financing from BDC if your business is at start-up or development stages.
The fund targets the following technology sectors:
- Advanced materials
- AI and machine learning
- Autonomous systems and robotics
- Big data and analytics
- Next-gen and cloud computing
- Energy-efficient lighting
- Industrial IT
- Intelligent systems and buildings
- Internet of things
- Oil and gas
- Smart grid and energy solutions
- Water
Other conditions apply.
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National Bank SME Growth Fund
National Bank
National Bank offers an investment from $500,000 to $15 million to eligible Quebec SMEs for projects for growth (digital transformation, expansion, innovation, etc.), transfer or purchase (merger or acquisition).
Eligibility criteria:
- Assets of under $200 million or net assets of under $100 million
- Competent managers with a business plan and structured project
- Growth prospects
- Closely held company and suitable capital structure
- Profitable for two of the last three years or sustained, significant sales growth during that period
Some conditions apply.
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Women in Technology Venture Fund
Business Development Bank of Canada
You could benefit from private equity for a fast-growing technology company founded by women or having women on the executive team,
- Companies must raise a minimum of $1 million in equity at the seed stage and up to $10 million at the growth stage.
- Executives must be in their role for a minimum of one year.
Other conditions apply.
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3. Loans and cash advances
BDC Xpansion Loan
Business Development Bank of Canada
If you are looking to expand into new domestic or foreign markets, this loan could provide you with funding to:
- Invest in technology or develop new products
- Launch a new marketing campaign
- Purchase licenses, patents or trademarks
- Hire and train additional employees
- Obtain a certification
Conditions apply.
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BDC business loans
Business Development Bank of Canada
Whether you are launching a business or looking to expand and grow an existing one, you could get a term loan to help you:
- Start or buy a business
- Buy, build or renovate your facilities
- Buy equipment
- Research and develop new products
- Develop new markets for your products
- Acquire information and communications technology
- Sell your business
The loan comes with flexible terms.
You may need to provide credit references and to have invested money in your business. Other conditions apply.
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Buyer Financing
Export Development Canada
EDC provides financing options to your international customers and protects you from the risk of non-payment.
How it works:
- You provide EDC with your export contract and credit information on your foreign buyer
- Once approved, EDC issues a loan agreement to your buyer
- EDC collects payment from the buyer, administers loans and makes the payment to you
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Community Futures Program (Quebec)
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
If you live in a rural area or in a region that doesn't have many job opportunities, you may be able to get a loan to start or grow a business. The amount of funding available and the eligibility criteria depend on the region where you live.
You will need to create a business plan and describe any financing you have received or expect to receive through any other government or municipal program. The funding is a loan that must be repaid.
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FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry
Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings
As a Canadian recording artist, song writer, artist manager, record label owner, music publisher, distributor, or event producer of English language content, you could qualify for funding.
Eligible activities include:
- Sound recording
- Business development
- Marketing and promotion
- Business travel and tours
- Creation of a music video
- Workshops for songwriters
Other conditions apply.
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Farm Credit Canada — loans and lending options
Farm Credit Canada
Do you need financing to start, run, grow, or transfer an agri-food or agribusiness operation? Farm Credit Canada offers a large range of loans with unique terms that can help you:
- Purchase or improve land, buildings or equipment
- Buy crop inputs or livestock
- Make environmental improvements
- Transfer your business to a new operator
Eligible producers or business owners are Canadian citizens of legal age.
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Femmessor — Réussir en affaires
Femmessor
Are you a woman who owns at least 25% of the shares of a business? If so, you could get assistance with a project relating to the start-up, expansion, consolidation, growth, or acquisition of a business, such as:
- A conventional loan ($20,000 to $150,000) or capital stock (up to $250,000)
- Customized training, workshops and seminars to perfect your skills
- Individual coaching services or mentoring
- Networking activities to develop your network of relationships
Your project must be cost-effective and economically viable.
Other conditions apply.
Learn more
(in French only)
NORTHSTAR Trade Finance Canada
NORTHSTAR Trade Finance Canada
Increase your chances of landing export sales by providing financing options to your buyer as part of an overall sales proposal.
Eligible foreign buyers could obtain financing to purchase your goods and services, including purchases of a relatively low dollar value.
Contact NORTHSTAR early in the export contract negotiations and they could issue you a complimentary letter of intent to assist in negotiations with your prospective customer.
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SMBs and Large Corporations — Project Financing
Investissement Québec
You may be eligible for a loan, a loan guarantee, or funding in "quasi-equity" of $50,000 or more for business projects such as:
- Purchase of machinery and equipment
- Building modernization
- Business succession, transfer, or acquisition
- Increase in working capital
- Trademarks acquisition
- Export
- Innovation
- Commercialization
The maximum duration of funding is 25 years. Agricultural sectors, finance, real estate and retail are excluded.
Other conditions apply.
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(in French only)
BDC Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan
Business Development Bank of Canada
As an Indigenous entrepreneur, you could get up to $350,000 to start a business or to grow your existing business.
Operations can be on or off reserve.
You can use the loan to:
- Acquire fixed assets
- Finance franchise fees
- Cover start-up costs
- Start exporting
- Replenish working capital to support your company's growth
Conditions apply.
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BDC Capital
Business Development Bank of Canada
Access a wide range of specialized financing to match the various stages of growth of your business, such as:
- Transforming your ideas into a business
- Growth initiatives such as R&D, and product and market development
- Buying or transferring a business, including family successions, management and partner buyouts, and management buy-ins
Options include:
- Venture capital
- Growth and Transition Capital
- Growth equity
Terms and conditions may be tailored to meet your unique needs.
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BDC Small Business Loan - for existing business
Business Development Bank of Canada
Keep your cash flow. Rather than using the money you need for day-to-day activities, consider applying for additional financing. With the BDC Small Business Loan, you could get up to $100,000 within 48 hours from the time of approval, no application fees or hassles. The entire process is completed online.
You need to have been operating your business for the past 24 months.
Other conditions apply.
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EDC Direct Lending
Export Development Canada
You may apply for a secured loan for your international expansion plans or for your foreign affiliate.
A direct loan can support:
- Financing of equipment or facilities
- Establishment or expansion of a foreign affiliate
EDC lending support is priced based on the level of risk and the market involved.
Other conditions apply.
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FIJE Fund
Centre d'Aide aux Entreprises Haute-Yamaska et région
You may be eligible for up to $50,000 in funding to start or grow your business.
Other benefits:
- capital leave of 6 to 12 months;
- 5 year term;
- preferential rate of 3 %;
- personal and other guarantees.
The program is aimed at:
- Women
- Youth between 18 and 39 years of age
- Immigrants, including:
- Permanent residents
- Qualified workers
- Canadian citizens since less than 5 years
You must:
- Present a business plan demonstrating the viability of the project
- Have a good credit rating
- Create at least one full-time job
- Provide a down payment of 10% of the cost of the project
- Be in the Haute-Yamaska, Brome-Missisquoi or Rouville region of Quebec
Other conditions apply.
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Financing for collective entrepreneurship
Investissement Québec
Your cooperative or non-profit organization could receive a minimum funding of $50,000 in loans, loan guarantees, or equity investment of up to 100% of the cost of projects such as:
- Building acquisition or modernization
- Purchase of machinery or equipment
- Refinancing
- Entry into a new market
- Acquisition of intangible assets (trademarks, patents, etc.)
The organization must engage in commercial activities.
Other conditions apply.
Learn more
Fonds de solidarité FTQ
Fonds de solidarité FTQ
You could get up to $3 million in loans or equity financing for your merger, acquisition, expansion, or new market development projects.
The FTQ considers criteria related to the success of each project, such as:
- Economic viability of the business
- Economic spin-offs for jobs
- Knowledge and experience of stakeholders
- Appreciation of workers
- Participation of other financial partners
Other conditions apply.
Learn more
Programme d'aide à l'exportation et au rayonnement culturel des œuvres cinématographiques, télévisuelles et interactives québécoise
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
You could get up to $125,000 in funding for export projects, if you are engaged in the production of film, television, or interactive works, or in commercial activities related to books, arts and crafts, music or variety shows.
The program has 5 components:
- Strategic development abroad — New markets, new works
- Support for one-time projects
- Sodexport — Collective presence in markets and trade fairs, and other export activities
- Festivals and awards
- Search for funding and partnership abroad
- Support for innovative promotion strategies
- International relations
Other conditions apply.
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(in French only)
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(in French only)
Relief measures for Indigenous businesses
Government of Canada
The Government of Canada, through Aboriginal Financial Institutions, will provide financing in the form of short-term, interest-free and non-repayable contributions to First Nations, Inuit and Métis businesses.
Assistance of up to $60,000 will be available as:
- an interest-free loan of up to $40,000;
- a non-repayable contribution of up to $20,000.
For more information, contact your Aboriginal Financial Institution.
Some conditions apply.
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4. Tax refunds and credits
Soft Landing program
Canadian Digital Media Network
Are you ready to introduce your ICT product or service to international markets? If you have existing revenues and are a client of the Canadian Digital Media Network's hub partners, you could be eligible for reimbursements of:
- Up to $4,000 towards transportation and accommodation costs
- Up to 3 months of desk space at a co-working location, accelerator or incubator
To be eligible, your ICT product or service must be market ready and there must be potential for growth in foreign markets.
Other conditions apply.
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Tax credit for multimedia event or environment productions sponsored outside Quebec
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
You could get a tax credit to cover eligible labour costs and production expenses to help you showcase your multimedia projects outside Quebec.
You must:
- Provide an informative and cultural experience for entertainment purposes, not for advertising purposes
- Showcase your production in a place of entertainment based outside Quebec
- Comply with a scoring grid for Quebec-based employees who hold a creative position in the production of the event
Other conditions apply.
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(in French only)
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(in French only)
5. Grants, contributions and financial assistance
Canada Book Fund
Canadian Heritage
If your business publishes books, you may qualify for a financial contribution toward:
- Production, marketing and distribution of Canadian-authored books
- Publishing and technology internships
- Business planning activities
To qualify, your business must be Canadian-owned and controlled. Other conditions apply.
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Canada Feature Film Fund
Telefilm Canada
If your film production business is a Canadian-owned and controlled corporation, you may be eligible for financial assistance.
Funding is available through a variety of programs, including the following:
- Development Program
- Production Program
- Theatrical Documentary Program
- Marketing Program
- International Festivals and Events Support Program
Various Canadian content conditions apply. See the website for financing details. You may submit your application online at any time during Telefilm's fiscal year.
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FACTOR funding for the sound recording industry
Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings
As a Canadian recording artist, song writer, artist manager, record label owner, music publisher, distributor, or event producer of English language content, you could qualify for funding.
Eligible activities include:
- Sound recording
- Business development
- Marketing and promotion
- Business travel and tours
- Creation of a music video
- Workshops for songwriters
Other conditions apply.
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MUSICACTION
MUSICACTION
As a French-language songwriter, composer, artist, or recording business owner, you may be eligible for financing to help pay for:
- Recordings and production
- Artistic development
- Marketing and promotion
- Domestic and international business development
Financing amounts range, depending on the activity.
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(in French only)
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(in French only)
Form(s)
(in French only)
Quebec Economic Development Program
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
Find programs and services to help you grow your business.
Find resources that can help you:
- Improve productivity
- Innovate, adopt or transfer technologies
- Market or export your goods or services
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Aboriginal Initiatives Fund III
Secrétariat aux affaires autochtones
If you run an eligible Aboriginal organization, you can receive funding for your project to:
- Start-up, expand or develop a business
- Conduct the necessary studies to finalize a project
- Help the Nation or community better structure its economic development
- Develop the Aboriginal workforce
- Enhance the social economy
The sponsor must demonstrate the financial needs to be met and provide a business plan supporting the project's validity and relevance.
Other conditions apply.
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AgriAssurance: Small and Medium-sized Enterprise Component
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
If your business operates in the agriculture, agri-food and agri-based products sector, including fish and seafood, you can apply for funding in the form of a non-repayable contribution of up to 50% of project costs to help you implement assurance projects that address market and regulatory requirements.
You will receive assistance implementing third-party assurance certification projects that address international market requirements, thereby increasing export opportunities for Canadian agricultural and agri-food products.
Other conditions apply.
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Business Assistance — Immigrant Investor Program
Investissement Québec
You could benefit from a non-repayable financial contribution of up to $250,000 to help pay for most growth projects, such as:
- Increasing, modernizing or improving production
- Getting certified for conforming to a standard
- Technological innovation or design
- Marketing products outside Québec
You must:
- Obtain the recommendation of an accredited financial intermediary that is recognized by Investissement Québec
- Have less than $35 million in total assets
- Submit a project with a cost of at least $300,000
Other conditions apply.
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CanExport program
Global Affairs Canada
You could get up to $75,000 to reimburse up to 75% of eligible expenses to promote your business in new international markets. Your for-profit business must:
- Be incorporated or a limited liability partnership
- Employ between one and 500 full-time employees
- Have an annual revenue between $100,000 and $100 million
Eligible activities include:
- Business travel
- Trade fairs
- Market research
- Marketing tools updates
Eligible expenses include travel costs, contractor or consultant fees, and legal fees.
Other conditions apply.
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Form(s)
Canada Council for the Arts — Funding
Canada Council for the Arts
If you are an artist, or arts organization, you may be eligible for grants and prizes for your works. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and recognized as a professional by other artists in your field.
Grants may be used for the creation, production, and presenting of works as well as:
- Professional development
- Residency
- Travel
- Development of the sector
Other conditions may apply.
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Financial aid program for festivals and tourist events – component 1: major festivals and tourist events
Tourisme Québec
PLEASE NOTE!
HERE (IN FRENCH ONLY) ARE THE DETAILS OF THIS FUNDING PROGRAM FOR FESTIVALS AND EVENTS IN THE CONTEXT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
The first component of financial aid for festivals and tourist events is for organizers of major festivals and tourist events.
Non-exhaustive eligibility criteria:
- Attract a significant number of tourists;
- Have a proven economic impact;
- Have eligible costs of $6 million or more.
Financial aid forms (annual or three-year agreement):
- Financial aid for performance;
- Financial aid for growth.
Some of the eligible costs:
- Administration;
- Programming;
- Site management;
- Promotion.
Registration period:
- Festivals and events taking place between November 1, 2020 and April 30, 2021: one month in Spring 2020 (usually in June);
- Festivals and events taking place between May 1 and October 31, 2021: one month in the fall of 2020 (usually in November).
The program expires on March 31, 2022.
Some conditions apply.
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(in French only)
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Financial aid program for festivals and tourist events – component 2: tourist festivals and events
Tourisme Québec
PLEASE NOTE!
HERE (IN FRENCH ONLY) ARE THE DETAILS OF THIS FUNDING PROGRAM FOR FESTIVALS AND EVENTS IN THE CONTEXT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
The first component of financial aid for festivals and tourist events is for organizers of major festivals and tourist events.
Non-exhaustive eligibility criteria:
-
Attract a significant number of tourists;
- Have a proven economic impact;
- Have eligible costs of $6 million or more.
Financial aid forms (annual or three-year agreement):
-
Financial aid for performance;
- Financial aid for growth.
Some of the eligible costs:
-
Administration;
- Programming;
- Site management;
- Promotion.
Registration period:
- Festivals and events taking place between November 1, 2020 and April 30, 2021: one month in Spring 2020 (usually in June);
- Festivals and events taking place between May 1 and October 31, 2021: one month in the fall of 2020 (usually in November).
The program expires on March 31, 2022.
Some conditions apply.
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(in French only)
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Financial aid program for festivals and tourist events – component 3: innovation and opportunity
Tourisme Québec
PLEASE NOTE!
HERE (IN FRENCH ONLY) ARE THE DETAILS OF THIS FUNDING PROGRAM FOR FESTIVALS AND EVENTS IN THE CONTEXT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
The third component of financial aid for festivals and tourist events is for organizers of innovative festivals and events that offer promising opportunities for promoting Quebec.
Non-exhaustive eligibility criteria:
- Be developing the product;
- Demonstrate the exceptional character of the project;
- Be holding a one-time, non-recurring event;
- Have eligible costs of $1 million or more.
Characteristics of the financial aid:
- One-time, non-recurring;
- Not exceed 25% of the cost of the project (maximum of $500,000).
Some of the eligible costs:
- Administration;
- Programming;
- Site management;
- Promotion.
Registration period:
- Festivals and events taking place between November 1, 2020 and April 30, 2021: one month in Spring 2020 (usually in June);
- Festivals and events taking place between May 1 and October 31, 2021: one month in the fall of 2020 (usually in November).
The program expires March 31, 2022.
Some conditions apply.
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(in French only)
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Financial assistance for music production and variety programming
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
You could get a grant for activities linked to the production of records or variety shows, or for the management of artists.
The program includes the following components:
- Industrial sector
- Comprehensive assistance
- Business assistance
- Management support
- Para-industrial sector — Project assistance
- Additional tour support
- Additional support for new media activities
To be eligible your business must meet both the general and specific terms and conditions of the components.
Other conditions apply.
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(in French only)
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(in French only)
Growth Investment Program
La Financière agricole
Farm business owners can receive an investment grant for an agricultural project, regardless of production sector or point in the business life cycle.
The financial assistance is conditional on a loan guarantee from La Financière agricole.
The Growth Investment Program includes four components:
This program replaces the Support for Diversification and Regional Development Program and the Support for Québec Farm Business Development Program.
Some conditions apply.
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Form(s)
Growth Investment Program – Component 1: Growth Support
La Financière agricole
Farm business owners can receive an investment grant for an agricultural project, regardless of production sector or point in the business life cycle.
The financial assistance is conditional on a loan guarantee from La Financière agricole.
Component 1: Growth Support is available to all agricultural and agri-food businesses to finance projects related to maple syrup production. The maximum financial assistance is $30,000 on loan capital of up to $300,000.
This program replaces the Support for Diversification and Regional Development Program and the Support for Québec Farm Business Development Program.
Some conditions apply.
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Form(s)
Growth Investment Program – Component 2: Growth Support Plus
La Financière agricole
Farm business owners can receive an investment grant for an agricultural project, regardless of production sector or point in the business life cycle.
The financial assistance is conditional on a loan guarantee from La Financière agricole.
Component 2: Growth Support Plus is available to all agricultural and agri-food businesses to finance projects related to productions other than those under supply management and maple syrup production. The maximum financial assistance is $60,000 on loan capital of up to $600,000.
This program replaces the Support for Diversification and Regional Development Program and the Support for Québec Farm Business Development Program.
Some conditions apply.
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Growth Investment Program – Component 3: Agri-Environmental Enhancement of Cultivated Land
La Financière agricole
Farm business owners can receive an investment grant for an agricultural project, regardless of production sector or point in the business life cycle.
The financial assistance is conditional on a loan guarantee from La Financière agricole.
Component 3: Agri-Environmental Enhancement of Cultivated Land is available to all agricultural and agri-food businesses to finance projects that will enhance the value of cultivated land or on-farm agri-environmental projects. The maximum financial assistance is $20,000 on loan capital of up to $200,000.
This program replaces the Support for Diversification and Regional Development Program and the Support for Québec Farm Business Development Program.
Some conditions apply.
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Form(s)
Growth Investment Program – Component 4: Young Entrepreneurs
La Financière agricole
Farm business owners can receive an investment grant for an agricultural project, regardless of production sector or point in the business life cycle.
The financial assistance is conditional on a loan guarantee from La Financière agricole.
Component 4: Young Entrepreneurs is available to all farm and agri-food businesses wholly owned by persons between the ages of 18 and 40. In addition, one of these persons must have qualified for the Financial Support Program for Aspiring Farmers within the past five years. The maximum financial assistance is $45,000 on loan capital of up to $300,000.
This program replaces the Support for Diversification and Regional Development Program and the Support for Québec Farm Business Development Program.
Some conditions apply.
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Industrial agreement programs
Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation
You could receive financial assistance and support for your industrial, technological or service agreement projects in Europe. The programs can help you plan short-term missions for your business' directors or senior technical staff.
You could obtain:
- Local support in identifying and organizing meetings with potential partners
- A fixed payment of $1,500 for assistance with logistics
Your business must have been established for at least one year and have the technical and financial capacity to carry out the planned project.
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(in French only)
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(in French only)
Programme Exportation — Volet Entreprises
Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation
Want to increase your business opportunities? You could get financial assistance to cover up to 40% of eligible expenses, to:
- Hire an export specialist
- Develop an international business plan
- Exhibit at a trade show
Businesses in the following sectors are excluded:
- Personal services
- Accommodation and food services
- Performing arts, entertainment and recreation
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
Other conditions apply.
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(in French only)
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(in French only)
Programme d'aide à l'exportation et au rayonnement culturel des œuvres cinématographiques, télévisuelles et interactives québécoise
Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)
You could get up to $125,000 in funding for export projects, if you are engaged in the production of film, television, or interactive works, or in commercial activities related to books, arts and crafts, music or variety shows.
The program has 5 components:
- Strategic development abroad — New markets, new works
- Support for one-time projects
- Sodexport — Collective presence in markets and trade fairs, and other export activities
- Festivals and awards
- Search for funding and partnership abroad
- Support for innovative promotion strategies
- International relations
Other conditions apply.
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Regional Economic Growth through Innovation — CED
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
Your Quebec organization could be eligible for a contribution to fund growth, or to help create and nurture inclusive regional ecosystems that support business needs and foster innovation, growth and competitiveness.
Funding is available in 2 streams:
- Business scale-up and productivity — expand your business, adopt and commercialize innovative technologies and processes, and diversify your markets.
- Regional innovation ecosystems (not-for-profits) — enhance business support networks, as well as regional strategic clusters, accelerators and incubators, and projects that attract foreign investments.
Other conditions apply.
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Relief measures for Indigenous businesses
Government of Canada
The Government of Canada, through Aboriginal Financial Institutions, will provide financing in the form of short-term, interest-free and non-repayable contributions to First Nations, Inuit and Métis businesses.
Assistance of up to $60,000 will be available as:
- an interest-free loan of up to $40,000;
- a non-repayable contribution of up to $20,000.
For more information, contact your Aboriginal Financial Institution.
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6. Other resources
You can also consult our other directories of financing programs.
You could also avail yourself of non-financial resources to succeed in your business venture.