Québec International — Vendre et exporter — visez l'international ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in Quebec - Businesses operating in goods or services sectors - Companies with established operations and sales history - Both corporations and sole proprietorships - Businesses seeking to expand sales domestically (within Canada) or internationally - Enterprises with the capacity to implement export/commercialization strategies ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Structure: Non-repayable financial support (grant-based, not a loan) - Funding Amount: Variable based on project scope and business size (specific amounts determined case-by-case) - Matching Requirements: Typically requires business co-investment or cost-sharing component - Coverage: Subsidizes professional expertise and advisory services; does not provide direct working capital - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (no repayment obligation) ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Expert Consulting Services: - Commercialization strategy development - E-commerce platform implementation and optimization - Export market analysis and entry strategy - Professional Advisory Support: - International market research - Sales channel development - Risk mitigation planning - Business Development Activities: - Expansion into new Canadian markets - International market penetration - Digital sales capability enhancement ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Personalized Support: Recipient must engage with assigned Québec International advisors and follow their guidance - Implementation Timeline: Business must demonstrate commitment to executing recommended strategies within defined timeframes - Reporting Requirements: Regular progress reports on commercialization and export initiatives - Risk Mitigation Focus: Project must include strategies to reduce export/sales risks - Results Tracking: Measurement of sales growth, market expansion, or new revenue streams achieved - Geographic Scope: Initial focus on Canadian market expansion; international markets require additional justification - Advisory Compliance: Active participation in coaching and expertise sessions is mandatory to maintain funding