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Fonds Entrepreneuriat Commercial (Retail Fund) is sponsored by PME MTL. A Montreal-specific non-repayable subsidy from PME MTL designed to support retail businesses operating on Montreal commercial streets.
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Fonds Entrepreneuriat commercial - PME MTL The Charter of the French language and its regulations govern the consultation of English-language content. PME MTL Centre-Ouest dessert les entrepreneurs des arrondissements d’Ahuntsic-Cartierville et Saint-Laurent et les villes de Côte-Saint-Luc, Hampstead, Montréal-Ouest et Mont-Royal.
To support commercial entrepreneurship projects, a grant of up to $25,000 may be awarded per 12-month period, depending on the nature of the project and the area concerned. This contribution is a maximum of 80% of the total cost of the business project. Diversity of the existing commercial offer This fund supports on-street business projects that contribute to the diversity and quality of the existing commercial offer.
The grant will finance the following projects: Setting up a new business that meets a commercial demand The growth or development of its commercial activities Retention of a business on a commercial street Development or adoption of a model to make the business more attractive and resilient To be eligible for a grant from the Commercial Entrepreneurship fund, a business or its promoters must meet the following conditions: Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or have a Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ) Be legally constituted as a legal person or sole proprietorship and duly registered with the Registre des entreprises du Québec (REQ) Have its place of business in Montreal and have its head office in Quebec Have obtained the certificate of occupancy and any other permits required to carry out its business project Have a sales area on the street where goods or services are sold to the public Not be in debt to the government for amounts owed under tax laws Submit a business plan or project summary Present financial forecasts covering at least two full financial years Present a compilation of financial statements for the last two completed financial years (or the first financial year for companies less than two years old) Present a strategic approach to sustainable development, where applicable Demonstrate that the company adds value to the existing commercial offering Provide a capital outlay of at least 20% of the total cost of the project Not have received a grant or other financial contribution from PME MTL for the same business project Only expenditure relating to the business project is eligible.
Each application will be assessed by the joint investment committee (JIC) of the cluster in question, establishing the qualifications of the entrepreneur and his project in relation to the objectives and requirements of the Fund's policy. This envelope is restricted, and eligibility is subject to the availability of funds.
The amount of financial assistance may vary from one territory to another, depending on available budgets, and is subject to certain conditions. How to benefit from these services? These support or financing services are offered to entrepreneurs according to the borough or city where the business is located.
By selecting the territory on the map below, or by entering the postal code of your business, you will be directed to the experts at your service centre. ↓ PME MTL Centre-Ouest dessert les entrepreneurs des arrondissements d’Ahuntsic-Cartierville et Saint-Laurent et les villes de Côte-Saint-Luc, Hampstead, Montréal-Ouest et Mont-Royal.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Canadian citizens or permanent residents with a legally registered on-street retail business in Montreal with head office in Quebec; must demonstrate at least 20% self-funding and have no prior PME MTL funding for the same project. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $25,000 per 12-month period Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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