Grant
Municipal
Active
PME MTL - Fonds Jeunes Entreprises
PME MTL
Maximum Funding
Up to $25,000
Ongoing
Difficulty
Moderate
Payment
Reimbursement
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Co-Funding
Varies
PME MTL - Fonds Jeunes Entreprises provides Up to $25,000 (non-repayable; paired with a Fonds PME MTL loan). Supports viable young businesses by offering a non-repayable financial contribution to help with start-ups and growth on the island of Montréal. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Program Description
Supports viable young businesses by offering a non-repayable financial contribution to help with start-ups and growth on the island of Montréal.
Eligibility Requirements
- Legally constituted business headquartered on the island of Montréal
- Business must have been operating for less than five years
- Must simultaneously qualify for and receive a PME MTL loan (grant cannot be obtained standalone)
- Retail and restaurant businesses are excluded
- Entrepreneur must commit to working full-time in the business
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Industries
Business Stage
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Difficulty
Moderate
Competition
Low
First-Timer
Friendly
Funding Details
- Amount
- Up to $25,000 (non-repayable; paired with a Fonds PME MTL loan)
- Type
- Grant
- Level
- Municipal
- Deadline
- Ongoing
Program Scorecard
Competition, effort, and approval at a glance
Competition
Low
Deadline
Ongoing
Approval
Moderate
Accessibility
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Competition
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Approval Rate
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Insider TipThe $15,000 grant cannot be obtained without simultaneously qualifying for a Fonds PME MTL loan — this is a structural requirement, not optional.
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Rejection Pitfalls 7
- Business in excluded sectors (retail commerce or restaurants)
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Application Playbook
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Application Steps
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Identify your regional hub Visit pmemtl.com and use the territory selector to find the PME MTL hub serving your Montreal borough. Each hub has its own CIC meeting schedule.
Required Documents 7
✓ Business plan with market analysis and competitive landscape
✓ Financial projections (3 years) or current financial statements
Eligible Expenses 4
Ineligible Expenses 5
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Funding Stack Strategy
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Compatible Programs
Fonds PME MTL loan
Futurpreneur Canada
Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP)
Investissement Québec advisory and startup programs
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Clawback Risk
Medium Risk
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How PME MTL - Fonds Jeunes Entreprises Compares
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| Program | Amount | Difficulty | Payment | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PME MTL - Fonds Jeunes Entreprises | Up to $25,000 | Moderate | Reimbursement | Ongoing |
| Futurpreneur Canada Startup Program | Up to $75,000 | Moderate | Loan | Ongoing |
| Canada Small Business Financing Program | Up to $1.15 million | Easy | Mixed (Advance + Reimb.) | Ongoing |
| Innovative Solutions Canada | up to $150,000 | Hard | Milestone-Based | Challenge-specific — new... |
| Ocean Supercluster | Up to $5 million | Hard | Reimbursement | Call-specific — no open... |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I apply without a PME MTL loan?
No — the grant is structurally tied to a concurrent Fonds PME MTL loan. You must qualify for and receive the loan before the grant is disbursed. This is a mandatory requirement, not optional.
What's the realistic grant amount?
Most approved applications receive $12,000, not the $15,000 max. The $15,000 is only achievable for businesses with strong credit profiles and fully compliant business plans.
Do I need to be incorporated?
Yes — the business must be legally constituted (incorporated or registered as a sole proprietorship in Quebec) and headquartered on Montreal Island. Sole proprietors are eligible if registered with the Quebec REQ.
Why do most applications get rejected?
Common rejections include excluded sectors (retail/restaurants), business over five years old, or insufficient credit profile for the required loan. Full-time entrepreneur commitment is mandatory.
How long until I get paid after approval?
Payment is via reimbursement after project completion. You must submit receipts and proof of expenses within 30 days of project completion, not upfront.
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