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Bourse de démarrage et repreneuriat — Ville de Québec

Service du développement économique et des grands projets (DEGP), Ville de Québec
Maximum Funding
Up to $30K
Ongoing - volet financier open continuously (page last updated July 8, 2026)
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Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Growing
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
80%
Bourse de démarrage et repreneuriat — Ville de Québec provides up to $30K. The Ville de Québec startup and business-takeover grant (Bourse de démarrage et repreneuriat) supports new business creation and business acquisitions (repreneuriat) within Québec City limits, offering non-repayable contributions to eligible entrepreneurs. The program covers up to 80% of eligible costs. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Program Description

The Ville de Québec startup and business-takeover grant (Bourse de démarrage et repreneuriat) supports new business creation and business acquisitions (repreneuriat) within Québec City limits, offering non-repayable contributions to eligible entrepreneurs. The program is part of the Vision entrepreneuriale Québec 2030 action plan, which renewed the city's business support programs in 2025–2026. Social economy enterprises (co-operatives, solidarity co-ops, and NPOs operating commercially) receive priority coverage of up to 80% of eligible costs; standard for-profit businesses receive lower coverage rates. Detailed eligibility criteria and exact award amounts are managed by DEGP and confirmed during consultation.

Eligibility Requirements

  • New business being created, or an existing business being acquired (repreneuriat), within the Agglomération de Québec — the cities of Québec, Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures and L'Ancienne-Lorette, plus Wendake
  • Social economy enterprises (co-operatives, solidarity co-ops, commercially active NPOs) are prioritized and receive up to 80% coverage
  • For-profit businesses creating new enterprises or acquiring existing ones within city boundaries are eligible
  • Project must represent genuine business creation or ownership transfer — not expansion of an existing business under same ownership
  • Must demonstrate viable business plan and economic contribution to Québec City
Provinces
Quebec
Industries
All
Business Stage
Startup

Quick Assessment

Difficulty
Easy
Competition
Low
First-Timer
Friendly

Funding Details

Amount
Up to $30KFor-profit: $15,000 per shareholder, up to $30,000 per project where several candidates are eligible, to a maximum of 50% of eligible expenses; Social economy (NPO/co-op): up to $30,000 (80% of eligible expenses)
Type
Grant
Level
Municipal
Co-Funding
Up to 80% of eligible costs
Deadline
Ongoing - volet financier open continuously (page last updated July 8, 2026)

Program Scorecard

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Competition
Low
Deadline
Ongoing
Approval
Varies
Accessibility
4/5

Accessible — straightforward requirements

Competition
2/5

Below average competition

Difficulty
2/5

Easy — minimal documentation

Processing Time
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Initiate contact with DEGP early via the email listed on the program page — advisors will guide your file and confirm eligibility before you invest time in the full application.

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Application Playbook

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Application Steps

1 Initial consultation with DEGP Contact DEGP by email ([email protected]) or visit 295 boulevard Charest Est, Québec. An advisor will assess your project and confirm eligibility under the startup or repreneuriat stream.

Required Documents 6

✓ Business plan or acquisition project description
✓ Financial projections (3-year minimum)

Eligible Expenses 6

Ineligible Expenses 5

Intake Periods

Deadline Notes

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Clawback Risk

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can social economy businesses get 80% coverage?
Yes — co-operatives, solidarity co-ops, and NPOs with commercial revenue qualify for 80% coverage of eligible costs. For-profit businesses get lower coverage. Confirm your status with DEGP before applying.
Is there a fixed deadline?
No — it's a rolling intake with no annual deadline. Contact DEGP at [email protected] to start your file. Capacity may vary by fiscal year.
Do I need matching funds?
Yes — 20% matching required for social economy (80% coverage) and 50% for for-profits (50% coverage). Budget must include your contribution.
What's the typical award amount?
Social economy: up to $30,000 (up to 80% coverage). For-profits: $15,000 per shareholder, up to $30,000 per project (50% coverage). File-specific estimates require DEGP consultation.
Why do applications get rejected?
Common rejections: business not genuinely new/acquisition (e.g., expansion under same ownership), address outside city limits, or weak financial plan. Missing docs delay processing.

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