Services de consultation et de conseils ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Non-profit organizations - Must be Canadian-registered businesses or organizations - Typically includes corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietorships operating as SMEs ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Amount: Up to 75% reimbursement of professional fees and expenses - Maximum Grant: $5,000 CAD per applicant - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (funds do not need to be returned) - Matching Requirement: Applicant must cover the remaining 25% of eligible expenses - Payment Structure: Reimbursement basis (expenses must be incurred and documented before payment) ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Professional consulting fees - Advisory service charges - Expert consultation hourly rates - Professional service fees (accountants, lawyers, business consultants, etc.) - Related professional expenses directly tied to consulting services ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Expenses must be incurred after grant approval - Detailed invoices and receipts are required for reimbursement - Applicant must pay the 25% cost-share portion upfront or concurrently - Professional services must be provided by qualified, external consultants (not internal staff) - Grant funds are disbursed on a reimbursement basis upon submission of supporting documentation - Application must be submitted before expenses are incurred - Eligible organizations must remain in good standing throughout the program period