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ID Gatineau — Fonds de diversification économique

ID Gatineau / Ville de Gatineau
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Up to $100,000
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ID Gatineau — Fonds de diversification économique provides Up to $100,000. A non-repayable municipal contribution of up to $100,000 for large-scale economic-diversification projects in Gatineau, including business implantation and expansion, strategic infrastructure, innovative-ecosystem development, and major cultural, tourism, or sports events. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Program Description

A non-repayable municipal contribution of up to $100,000 for large-scale economic-diversification projects in Gatineau, including business implantation and expansion, strategic infrastructure, innovative-ecosystem development, and major cultural, tourism, or sports events. Available to companies accompanied by ID Gatineau whose projects are aligned with Gatineau's Strategic Economic Development Plan 2021–2026 and expected to generate significant economic impact for the city.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Business must be located in or establishing operations in Gatineau
  • Must be accompanied by ID Gatineau as part of their economic development program
  • Project must align with the Gatineau Strategic Economic Development Plan 2021–2026
  • Eligible projects: business implantation or significant expansion, strategic infrastructure, innovative-ecosystem development, major cultural/tourism/sports events
  • Projects must demonstrate significant economic impact and diversification for the Gatineau region
  • Applicant must have capacity to fund project costs beyond the contribution
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Deadline
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This fund targets flagship economic-diversification projects — implanting a major employer, building infrastructure with broad economic impact, or attracting a significant event.

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Rejection Pitfalls 6

  • Project does not demonstrate significant economic diversification impact
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Application Steps

1 Establish accompaniment with ID Gatineau Contact ID Gatineau to initiate a formal accompaniment relationship. Advisors will assess your project's scale, alignment with the Strategic Economic Development Plan, and potential economic impact.

Required Documents 8

Completed application form obtained from ID Gatineau
Detailed project description, objectives, and economic impact analysis

Eligible Expenses 5

Ineligible Expenses 5

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Clawback Risk

High Risk

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What size of project is this fund designed for?
This is a flagship fund for transformational projects — think business implantation with 50+ jobs, a sectoral innovation hub, or an event generating $1M+ in regional impact. Incremental productivity upgrades belong in the Fonds de soutien aux entreprises instead.
Is an accompaniment relationship with ID Gatineau mandatory?
Yes — you must be in an active accompaniment relationship with ID Gatineau before applying. This is non-negotiable. Contact ID Gatineau first to begin this process.
What are the clawback risks for a $100K contribution?
High. You will be expected to meet specific employment and investment commitments. If your business leaves Gatineau or fails to deliver the promised economic impact within the agreed period, ID Gatineau can require full or partial repayment.

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