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Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

Offers a number of financial support programs for SMEs and non-profit organizations aimed at fostering economic development in rural Quebec.

Anges Québec

Anges Québec is a network of experienced entrepreneurs dedicated to supporting the launch and growth of new businesses.

École d’Entrepreneurship de Beauce

At this school for Canada’s business leaders, Quebec’s top entrepreneurs share their experiences and help the leaders of tomorrow become better managers and accelerate the growth of their business (French only).

L’École des entrepreneurs | MTL

MTL is born out of the SAJE’s determination to give the city an institution exclusively dedicated to entrepreneurship training

Femmessor

This network supports women entrepreneurs in the preparatory, start-up, maintenance and growth phases of their business.

Fondation de l'entrepreneurship

The Fondation de l’entrepreneurship offers products and services for entrepreneurs, such as Réseau M—mentoring for entrepreneurs—and a vast collection of French books dedicated to business start-up, management and growth (French only).

Fondation Montréal inc.

The Fondation Montréal inc. has the mission to encourage the success of a new generation of promising Montreal entrepreneurs. The Fondation invests in newly created businesses through start-up grants and expert advice.

Fonds Mosaïque

The Fonds Mosaïque is the result of a partnership between Filaction and the Quebec government and provides support for entrepreneurs from Quebec’s cultural communities (French only).

Info entrepreneurs

This website, administered by the business information experts at the Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal, provides information on programs and services available through the federal and Quebec governments, as well as regulatory requirements.

The National Bank | HEC Montreal Institute for Entrepreneurship

The National Bank | HEC Montreal Institute for Entrepreneurship is dedicated to promoting and supporting business creation and entrepreneurial takeovers.

It helps develop innovative entrepreneurs via educational activities and training, carrying out and communicating cutting-edge research and providing coaching and networking opportunities.

It also offers activities intended to identify, assess and present the issues faced by Quebec business creators and SME owners. The Institute has four distinct roles:

An observatory of Quebec entrepreneurial trends and best practices
An idea accelerator for innovative businesses
A centre for knowledge transfer and customized training
A networking and event space

To find out more about the Institute’s activities, innovative resources and new developments, visit iebn.hec.ca (French only).

Investissement Québec

Provides financing and investment solutions to promote Quebec's economic development.

PME MTL

This Montreal network operates a number of investment funds to support entrepreneurs as they launch and maintain their business. Mentoring, support and advice are also offered.

Tax Credit for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED)

Businesses can request a tax credit for salaries relating to scientific research and experimental development conducted in Quebec.

Directory of programs and services available through the Government of Quebec

Ressources+ is a search tool providing access to the complete list of resources—funding, tools, advice and forms—available to Quebec entrepreneurs (French only).

Réseau des SADC et CAE (Société d’aide au développement des collectivités et Centre d’aide aux entreprises)

This network aims to foster business development in French-speaking Canada. It provides support, resources and mentoring services for entrepreneurs in each province.

Université Laval - National Bank Centre

The FBA - National Bank Centre of Université Laval is a dynamic hub for the development and transfer of management skills. The Centre unites academics, researchers and business people dedicated to bringing together knowledge and business development (French only).

Small Business Enterprise Centres (SBECs)

This network provides small businesses in Ontario with a wide range of services to support business start-up and development.

Ontario Association of Community Futures Development Corporations

This association aims to foster economic development in Ontario by offering a wide range of programs and services for SMEs.

Specialized resources for the agricultural and agri-food sector

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Discover the programs available through the Government of Canada for the agriculture and agri-food sector, including those offered as part of the five-year Growing Forward 2 program.

La Financière agricole du Québec

Discover the financing programs offered by the Quebec government for the agricultural industry.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

Discover the programs available through the Government of Canada for the agriculture and agri-food sector, including those offered as part of the five-year Growing Forward 2 program.

Association québécoise des industries de nutrition animale et céréalière (AQINAC)

AQINAC is dedicated to promoting and defending the interests of the animal nutrition and production industry in Quebec (French only).

Quebec Reference Center for Agriculture and Agri-food (CRAAQ)

An extensive network of experts offering specialized publications, events and digital services for the agriculture and agri-food community.

Conseil de la transformation alimentaire du Québec (CTAQ)

Source of news on the agri-food industry in Quebec (French only)

Food and Beverage Ontario

Complete information on the agri-food industry in Ontario (resources, funding, news).

Agri-Food Export Group

Expert advice and information on exporting Canadian agri-food products.

Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute (CAPI)

Comprehensive information on the agri-food sector.

Ontario Agri Business Association (OABA)

This organization represents the interests of country grain elevators, feed manufacturing facilities and crop input supply business in Ontario. The website provides information on markets and financing.

Programmes - Transformation et distribution alimentaires

A list of programs offered by Quebec’s ministry of agriculture, fisheries and food for agri-food businesses (French only).

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