Subsidy for construction projects in buildings that house social economy businesses

This subsidy program is accessible to social economy businesses anywhere in the Montréal agglomeration that meet the following conditions:

• You must be a co-op or non-profit organization.
• You must be a social economy business as defined under the 2013 Social Economy Act: “Democratically-run organizations that combine economic viability with social objectives, while responding to the needs of a community of members or users.”
• You must rent or own the building or premises where the work will be performed.

Financial assistance includes:

• A subsidy that covers 40% of the cost of eligible construction/renovation/expansion work, up to $250,000
• An additional subsidy that covers 50% of the fees for professional services (architecture, design, engineering, project management, urban planning, archeology or consultants) up to 7.5% of the cost of eligible construction/renovation/expansion work or $50,000 $.

The subsidy will be paid in two instalments. Businesses whose application is accepted must have completed all work no later than June 30, 2024.

Complete the form below and e-mail it to us, along with all required documents, at : [email protected].

Eligibility application (in French)

If the business is a tenant, please have the owner sign the owner agreement form (in French)  and submit it with your application.

Documents to attach to your application:

• Proof of ownership or rental, depending on your case.
• A detailed estimate of the costs of construction/renovation/expansion.
• Letters of patent for the social economy businesses that occupy or will occupy the building.
• Photos of all parts of the building and premises where construction/renovation/expansion will take place. They must be taken at the time you apply.

Additional documents for special cases:

• If the cost of work is greater than or equal to $625,000: A favourable opinion on the financial feasibility of the project from a consulting firm that specializes in funding structure, investment evaluation or economic viability.
• If a designate is acting on behalf of the company: A official document that designates the person to represent the company.

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If you have questions, send an e-mail to [email protected].