DÉPART: Programme développement économique pour l'aide à la redynamisation des territoires

Communities facing economic transition or slower growth often rely on local businesses to spark renewal, create jobs, and keep talent in the region. For entrepreneurs and companies operating in targeted areas of Quebec, the DÉPART: Programme développement économique pour l’aide à la redynamisation des territoires is designed to support exactly that kind of momentum. Delivered by Investissement Québec, this initiative focuses on strengthening local entrepreneurship within selected MRC territories by making growth and investment projects more financially accessible.

The program supports a wide range of business activities tied to starting up, expanding, or modernizing operations. Whether a company is looking to scale production, launch new services, or invest in projects that contribute to regional economic vitality, DÉPART offers non-repayable financial support that can reduce the financial pressure of moving forward. Funding levels vary depending on the scope and impact of the project, allowing support to be tailored to the realities of different businesses and regions rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

Because the program targets specific territories and prioritizes projects with local economic impact, understanding how your business and project align with its objectives is key. For Quebec businesses operating within eligible MRCs and exploring growth or expansion, reviewing the full details of the DÉPART program through GrantHub can help determine whether this opportunity fits your plans.