Finance your sales growth in Canada

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.

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.

Canada Media Fund

If you are involved in the Canadian television or digital media industries, you may be eligible for funding. You can browse through a variety of programs that can help you create and promote software applications and other creative media.

There are two streams:

Experimental – for digital media content and application software that is innovative and interactive
Convergent – for convergent television and rich, interactive digital media content; support is given to production in all regions of Canada, and to underrepresented genres

Conditions apply.

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.

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.

Financing program for cultural businesses

Société de développement des entreprises culturelles (SODEC)

You could get a term loan, credit, loan guarantee or equity investment to cover the operational, growth or rehabilitation costs of your cultural or communications business.

Your business must:

Have a head office located in Quebec
Have been engaged in commercial activities for at least one year or operate in a niche business with no known competition
Submit a financing project that demonstrates profitability
Have the resources needed to fulfill all your financial obligations

Other conditions apply.

Fonds d'aide à l'économie de Lac-Mégantic

Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation

You could get financial assistance for eligible projects or activities carried out within the town of Lac-Mégantic, such as:

Assessment projects
Market development
Hiring strategic personnel
Business start-ups supporting economic and tourism development
Installation or improvement of public infrastructures

The fund will contribute up to:

90% for studies
80% for other activities and projects

Eligible support projects must follow sustainable development principles.

Other conditions apply.

Fonds d'investissement de la culture et des communications

Your cultural business could have access to financial products such as quasi-equity and equity. The minimum investment in a for-profit share capital business is $250,000 and $150,000 in a social economy business, to a maximum investment of $3,000,000.

Your business is eligible, if you:

Are dedicated to the creation, production and dissemination of cultural content
Provide technical or technological support services to content businesses
Have a product or service of outstanding quality and originality
Have a solid business plan that displays your current and future profitability

Other conditions apply.

Fonds de diversification économique de la MRC des Appalaches

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

Your business could be eligible for financial assistance if you are starting or growing a manufacturing, primary, tertiary (value-added services) or tourism business in the Des Appalaches MRC.

Support will mainly be provided in the form of a

Repayable contribution (loan with interest, interest-free loan, equity investment);
Loan guarantee of up to 70% of net loss;
Non-repayable contribution.

The amount of financing can reach 25% of the total cost for investment projects, and 50% for other types of projects. A minimum investment of 10% of the total project cost is required.

Other conditions apply.

Fonds de diversification économique du Centre-du-Québec et de la Mauricie

Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation

You could get financial assistance if you are located in the Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions, and are carrying out a business development project in the industries of manufacturing, primary, tertiary or tourism.

Support is primarily in the form of a:

Repayable contribution (interest-bearing or interest-free loan, equity participation)
Loan guarantee of up to 70% of net loss
Non-refundable contribution

You may receive up to 25% of the total costs for investment projects and up to 50% for other projects. An investment of at least 10% of the total cost will be required.

Other conditions apply.

Fonds de diversification économique — MRC des Sources

Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation

You could get financial assistance, if you are carrying out a start-up or business development project in the manufacturing, value added tertiary sector or tourism industry in the Regional County Municipality of Des Sources.

Support will be primarily in the form of a:

Repayable contribution (interest-bearing or interest-free loan, equity participation)
Loan guarantee of up to 70% of net loss
Non-refundable contribution

You may receive up to 25% of the total costs for investment projects and up to 50% for other projects. An investment of at least 10% of the total cost will be required.

Other conditions apply.

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.

Réseau des SADC et CAE (Network of CFDCs and CBDCs)

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

The Réseau des SADC et CAE is a network of the Community Futures Development Corporations and the Business Development Corporations. These non-profit organizations can help you start or grow a business in your community. If you live in Quebec, the office in your area can offer:

Help with your business plan
Business counseling
Training
Loans or share capital ranging from $5,000 to $150,000, depending on the financing program

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.

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.

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.

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 5 business days, 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.

BDC Start-up financing

Business Development Bank of Canada

Do you need a loan to start or buy a business, or to pay for property and equipment to set up your business? Financing may be available to entrepreneurs who demonstrate:

Market and sales potential
Competence in the management team
Investment in their business
Expertise in a chosen field

Other conditions apply.

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.

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.

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

Depending on the program, the funding:

Comes in the form of grants, or a combination of loans and grants
Provides maximum amounts that range from $750 to $200,000
Generally covers up to 50% of the cost of eligible activities

Other conditions apply.

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.

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.

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.

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:

Have a mentor
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 region of Quebec

Other conditions apply.

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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Le Fonds ADM / 375 idées

Jeune Chambre de commerce de Montréal (JCCM)

Are you a Montreal entrepreneur aged 18 to 40? If so, you may receive a $7,500 loan at a rate of 2% if you have a project at the pre-start-up or start-up stage, or that has been growing for less than two years.

You must:

Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Have your head office in Montreal
Have met 100% of your crowdfunding objective of at least $7,500 on Quebec's La Ruche platform since January 1, 2017
Demonstrate your project's viability and profit potential

Other conditions apply.

PADAT: A Program Supporting the Development of Tourist Attractions

Investissement Québec

You could qualify for a loan or loan guarantee covering up to 60% of eligible costs for projects that contribute to the development of potential regional attractions such as:

Diversification of tourism offerings related to culture, events, winter activities, nature and adventure, business and conventions
Development of the gateways to Quebec City, Montreal, the Outaouais region, and the St. Lawrence River.

Projects related to accommodations, retail trade, restaurant, and gambling are not eligible.

Other conditions apply.

Program to Support Diversification and Regional Development

La Financière agricole

If you own an agricultural business and want to increase your productivity or diversify your products, you could be refunded the interest on loan capital, up to $200,000. The maximum contribution amount available is $15,000 per business.

There are four components to the program:

Diversification support
Land improvement support
Support for greenhouse operations
Support for milk-fed calf operations

The following aspects will be assessed for all projects submitted:

Profitability and potential for growth
Market
Technical feasibility
Compliance with the laws and regulations

Other conditions apply.

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.

BDC Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan

Business Development Bank of Canada

As an Indigenous entrepreneur, you could get up to $150,000 to start a business, or up to $250,000 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

Tax credit for the design of factory-made products (fashion design section)

Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation

If your business operates in the fashion or textile industries, you could receive a tax credit:

For your in-house design activities, performed by one of your employees: salary costs are admissible, up to a maximum of $60,000
For external activities carried out by a consultant: 65% of contract fees or royalties are eligible

Eligibility:

Obtain a certificate of eligibility from the Ministère de l'Économie, de la Science et de l'Innovation
Gross earnings of at least $150,000
Your production must be undertaken in Quebec

Other conditions apply.

Tax credit for the design of factory-made products (industrial design component)

Ministère de l'Économie et de l'Innovation

Your business could get help to carry out industrial design work and make its products more competitive. You could, in fact, receive a tax credit:

To cover up to $60,000 in salary costs for internal design work carried out by one of your employees
To cover 65% of contract fees or charges for external work done by a consultant

Eligibility

Hold a certificate of eligibility from the Ministère de l'Économie, de la Science et de l'Innovation
Have a gross revenue of at least $150,000

Other conditions apply.

Tax credits for production of multimedia titles

Investissement Québec

You could receive a refundable tax credit of up to 37.5% of eligible work force expenses, if your business:

Produces digital text, sound, static or animated images
Uses an electronic support governed by software that allows for interactivity
Carries out all the work involved in the production of the multimedial title

To be eligible for this tax credit, you must first obtain an initial certificate of eligibility, as well as an attestation of production work, issued by Investissement Québec.

Other conditions apply.

Tax credits — Market Diversification for Quebec Manufacturing Companies

Investissement Québec

If you would like to market your products outside Quebec, you may be able to benefit from this refundable tax credit covering up to 24% of eligible certification costs, incurred prior to January 1st, 2016, to a maximum of $45,000.

To be eligible, your business must:

Be located in Quebec
Manufacture eligible goods
Have assets of $50 million or less
Carry out 75% of its activities in the manufacturing sector
Have a corporation certificate issued by Investissement Québec

Other conditions apply.

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Aboriginal Business and Entrepreneurship Development

Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada

If you are Aboriginal or have a majority-owned Aboriginal business, you can apply for up to $99,999 to help you:

Start or buy a business
Develop a business plan
Grow your existing business
Market your product or service
Develop new products or processes
Get business advice

You do not need to pay the money back. Conditions apply.

Before applying, contact a business development officer in your region to discuss your project.

Aboriginal Business Development Program

Native Commercial Credit Corporation

If you are a member of the First Nations in Quebec, you could receive up to $99,999 to cover eligible expenses, including:

Startup or expansion of a business
Marketing activities
Management expertise
Development of a business plan

Eligibility criteria:

Have financial resources of your own and a good credit rating
Present a viable business project
Have experience and training in the field of activities
Mandatory full-time involvement in the business

Other conditions apply.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Canada Music Fund: Aid to Canadian Music Publishing Firms

Canadian Heritage

Your music publishing firm could receive a yearly contribution of up to $75,000 for projects that cultivate and promote Canadian music talent.

To qualify for this non-repayable contribution, your business must have operated for a minimum of 3 years.

Your business must also be:

Canadian-owned and controlled
Headquartered in Canada
Financially sound
Registered with SOCAN

Other conditions apply.

Canada Music Fund: Aid to Canadian Sound Recording Firms

Canadian Heritage

If you are a sound recording firm that produces and promotes Canadian music, you could receive an annual contribution of up to $550,000 or 50% of eligible expenses.

The funding formula is based on your eligible sales over a specified period.

To qualify, your firm must be:

Canadian-owned and managed
In business for 3 years
Financially viable
In good standing

You must also own the copyright to your firm's Canadian sound recordings or hold an exclusive licence from the copyright owner.

You may be required to repay your contribution.

Other conditions apply.

Connecting America co-op marketing program

Destination Canada

Your marketing ideas could make you eligible for a matched contribution up to $500,000 if they can entice American travellers to visit Canada. Your proposal should use new or non-traditional marketing techniques and target American travellers aged 25-44 who are located in one of 9 key U.S. cities.

Your proposal must also show:

Cross-provincial/territorial partnership
Collaboration of multiple partners (destinations, tourism experiences, transportation and accommodations)
Strong and well defined KPIs

Submission deadlines and other conditions apply.

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

Depending on the program, the funding:

Comes in the form of grants, or a combination of loans and grants
Provides maximum amounts that range from $750 to $200,000
Generally covers up to 50% of the cost of eligible activities

Other conditions apply.

Fonds Jeunes Entreprises

PME MTL

You could receive a non-repayable financial contribution of up to $15,000 to fund business projects such as:

Equipment purchase
Leasehold improvements
Marketing expenses
Working capital

You must:

Have your business and head office in Montreal
Operate a business that is less than 5 years old
Submit a business plan that demonstrates the viability of your project
Work full-time in the business

This grant must be matched with a loan from the MTL SME Fund.

Other conditions apply.

Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) Program

Natural Resources Canada (NRCAN)

If you build low-rise, non-residential buildings (1-4 storeys), and are focused on energy-efficient building designs, you may be eligible for non-repayable contributions up to 100% of eligible costs for innovative, wood-intensive projects.

The new buildings must be in one of the following categories:

Commercial/Industrial (e.g., retail, warehouse, box-type, etc.)
Office/Institutional (e.g. office building, school, health facilities, etc.)

Applications for this round are due by December 3, 2018.

Other conditions apply.

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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.

Program to Support Diversification and Regional Development

La Financière agricole

If you own an agricultural business and want to increase your productivity or diversify your products, you could be refunded the interest on loan capital, up to $200,000. The maximum contribution amount available is $15,000 per business.

There are four components to the program:

Diversification support
Land improvement support
Support for greenhouse operations
Support for milk-fed calf operations

The following aspects will be assessed for all projects submitted:

Profitability and potential for growth
Market
Technical feasibility
Compliance with the laws and regulations

Other conditions apply.

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Programme d'accès aux marchés

Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec

You could receive non-refundable financial assistance to cover up to $50,000 of eligible expenses for commercialization projects in the food-processing industry in order to:

Gain access to a new market or a new market segment
Expand your sales from a regional to a provincial scale

Your business must:

Be registered with the Registre des entreprises du Québec
Have been commercializing foods processed in Quebec for at least one year
Generate sales of $50 million or less

Other conditions apply.

Programme d'aide à l'adaptation numérique des entreprises de la presse d'information écrite

Ministère de la Culture et des Communications

Are you looking to adapt your print media business to the digital environment and new practices? If so, you may be eligible for funding.

Projects must target:

Development of innovative strategies in marketing, creation or monetization of press content on matters of current general interest
Innovation and experimentation in print media

Total funding may cover up to 50% of eligible expenses.

Other conditions apply.

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Programme d'appui au positionnement des alcools québécois dans le réseau de la SAQ

Ministère des Finances et de l'Économie

Do you own a business that produces alcohol, such as fortified or non-fortified wine, cider or mead? You may qualify for a non-repayable government grant of up to $400,000 based on eligible retail sales.

You must:

Hold an artisanal production permit issed by the Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux
Have made sales in the SAQ distribution network

Products considered "regular" by the SAQ are not eligible.

Other conditions apply.

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Programme d'appui aux fromageries

Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec

Is your cheese factory registered in Quebec? Does it process less than 5 million litres of milk annually? If yes, you could receive financial assistance to optimize the production capacity of your cheese factory and enhance its profitability.

The financial assistance covers 50% of the eligible costs, to a maximum of $100,000 for projects identified as priority in the diagnostic, and $45,000 for the implementation of a basic quality control system.

To be eligible, your business must also:

Have a licence to produce dairy products
Provide a complete diagnostic approved by the Ministère

Other conditions apply.

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

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.

Support for Québec Farm Business Development

La Financière agricole

You could benefit from an investment grant of up to $20,000 for development projects such as:

Increased production volume, performance, or profitability
Compliance with animal welfare and organic production standards
Start-up of a new agricultural or agri-food business

Your project should also involve:

Construction or renovation of a building, including necessary equipment
Land improvement works, such as drainage or reclamation of fallow land

Other conditions apply.

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Tourism development north of the 49th parallel

Tourisme Québec

You could benefit from a non-repayable contribution to cover up to 90% of eligible costs if you have a tourism development project to be carried out north of the 49^thparallel.

Projects must have the following objectives:

Increase accommodation capacity and quality
Diversify outfitters' activities to attract new customers
Increase the number of tourist attractions and the amount of infrastructure
Extend the tourist season in the regions
Generate additional tourist spending and economic spinoffs

Other conditions apply.

Vitrine technologique — Pré-commercialisation de l'innovation

Ville de Québec

If the head office of your business is located in the greater Quebec City area, you could benefit from a non-refundable contribution of up to $250,000 to cover 50% of eligible expenses.

Your project must take the form of a pilot project or a showcase to test or validate an innovative process or product within the operations of the City of Quebec or another organization elsewhere.

Eligible organizations include:

Incorporated private businesses
Social enterprises involved primarily in business transaction activities.

Other conditions apply.

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Wildlife, Destination North Program

Ministère des Forêts, de la Faune et des Parcs

You could receive financial aid covering up to 75% of eligible costs if you operate an establishment in Plan Nord territory, or if you are developing a project associated with wildlife activity, such as hunting, fishing, trapping and wildlife watching.

Eligible projects include:

Reception and lodging facilities and equipment
Wildlife activity and product promotion
Development projects
Business or development plans

Other conditions apply.