CED — Diversify your economy (QEPD)

📋 Eligible Entities - Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) - Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) - Community-based organizations - Regional economic development entities - Businesses located in Quebec regions seeking to diversify their local economies ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable grant (contribution) - Funding Structure: Partial funding; recipient cost-sharing required - Matching Ratio: Typically requires applicant/partner co-investment (exact percentage varies by project) - Grant Size: Varies by project scope and regional priorities - No repayment obligation: Funds do not need to be returned if milestones are met ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Attracting and recruiting international organizations to the region - Tourism development and marketing initiatives to draw visitors from outside Quebec - Acquisition of community economic facilities and infrastructure - Economic diversification projects that strengthen regional competitiveness - Marketing and promotion campaigns targeting external markets and tourists - Feasibility studies for community economic development initiatives - Infrastructure improvements supporting international attraction or tourism ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Regional Focus: Project must support economic diversification in Quebec regions - Measurable Outcomes: Clear metrics required for attracting international organizations, increasing tourism, or acquiring facilities - Cost-Sharing: Applicant must contribute matching funds or in-kind resources - Reporting Requirements: Recipients must track and report on project progress and results - Timeline Compliance: Projects must meet agreed-upon completion deadlines - Eligible Use Verification: Funds must be used exclusively for approved expenses - Economic Impact Demonstration: Must demonstrate tangible benefit to regional economy