FIJE Fund
Get up to $50,000 in financing to grow your business in the Haute-Yamaska region. This is a repayable loan for women, immigrants, and entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39.
Before you spend any money
The official page does not say when the money is paid out or whether you need approval before you spend. Ask CAEHYR before you apply.
At a glance
Subject to program rules, available funding, and approval. Confirm current details with the official program administrator.
Is this for you?
- You are a woman, an immigrant, or between 18 and 39 years old.
- Your business operates within the Haute-Yamaska region of Quebec.
- You need a loan of up to $50,000 for growth or daily operations.
Probably not the right fit if
- You are outside the 18 to 39 age range and do not identify as a woman or an immigrant.
- Your business is located outside the Haute-Yamaska region.
- You need more than $50,000 in funding.
How much you'd realistically get
Up to $50,000 in loan financing.
What may be supported
- Business expansion or startup costs.
- Equipment purchases.
- Working capital needs.
How applying works
Effort: moderateYou must contact CAEHYR directly to start the process. Ask which loan documents they need.
- 01Contact CAEHYR by phone at 450 378-2294 or email at info@caehyr.com.
- 02Confirm your eligibility as a woman, immigrant, or young entrepreneur (18-39) in Haute-Yamaska.
- 03Request details on interest rates, repayment terms, and eligible project types.
- 04Prepare your business documentation as requested by CAEHYR.
- 05Submit your application through the process defined by CAEHYR.
Who to ask: Phone: 450 378-2294; Email: info@caehyr.com
Documents commonly required
- Proof of identity and age (for young entrepreneurs).
- Proof of residency or business location in Haute-Yamaska.
- Business plan or financial projections.
- Standard loan application forms provided by CAEHYR.
What to know before you count on it
- This is a loan, not a grant, so the money must be repaid.
- The official page does not list interest rates or repayment terms. Ask CAEHYR before you apply.
- The full list of eligible costs and any exclusions isn't published; confirm the specifics with CAEHYR before you commit.
- The official page does not list application steps or deadlines. Ask CAEHYR before you apply.
What are your odds?
Approval depends on meeting the specific demographic and regional criteria and the lender's assessment of your business plan.
Frequently asked questions
Is the FIJE Fund a grant or a loan?
It is a loan, meaning you must repay the amount borrowed.
What are the interest rates and repayment terms?
The official page does not list them. Ask CAEHYR before you apply.
Who is eligible for this fund?
Women, immigrants, and young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 39 operating in the Haute-Yamaska region.
How do I apply?
Contact CAEHYR at 450 378-2294 or info@caehyr.com and ask how to apply.
What you can combine it with
Check with CAEHYR if this loan can be combined with other provincial or federal funding sources.
Get alerted when this changes
Programs open and close, budgets run out, rules change. We send one short email when something changes that matters for this program.
Page last updated ; status and deadline checked . Source: official program page.