1. What is the Honorific Grants Entreprendre Ici?

The Honorific Grants Entreprendre Ici is a flagship program of the Quebec government aimed at supporting entrepreneurs from ethnocultural diversity. With amounts of up to $25,000 per business, it aims to promote economic dynamism and inclusion by helping promising projects come to fruition or grow.

Specifically, the grant is aimed at:

• Entrepreneurs from immigrant backgrounds or visible minorities.
  (For example, if one of your parents is an immigrant, you may be eligible.)

• Who reside in Québec

• And who run a business registered in Québec, regardless of the industry*

Whether you are in retail, services, food, technology, manufacturing, or any other field, this grant can help you to:

• Finance a startup project

• Accelerate the growth of your business

• Acquire equipment

• Modernize your processes or technologies

• Develop new markets

In addition to financial support, "Entreprendre Ici" offers strategic guidance, access to experts, training, and a valuable network of contacts for entrepreneurs.

*Note :Projects of a sexual, religious, political nature, related to illicit or recreational drugs, bars, or nightclubs are not eligible.

2. Why is the Honorific Grants Entreprendre Ici a unique opportunity for businesses, especially in commerce and technology?

The Honorific Grant Entreprendre Ici is much more than just funding: it is a strategic lever that can transform a business, especially in sectors like commerce, food, services, and technology.

Here’s why it’s so valuable:

Accelerate modernization

For grocery stores, restaurants, and retail businesses, it is a chance to invest in modernization: smart checkout, inventory management, an online store, marketing, order automation, delivery solutions, cold storage.

For service or manufacturing businesses, it is an opportunity to improve digital tools, production processes, or implement management software.

Launch an innovative project

$25,000 is often the boost that turns a project from an idea on paper into a concrete reality without heavy debt.

Gain visibility and credibility

Being a grant recipient also acts as a credibility badge. It opens doors to new clients, partners, suppliers, and even investors.

Benefit from expert support

In addition to financial help, "Entreprendre Ici" offers support with advisors who understand the realities of entrepreneurs from diversity, which maximizes chances of long-term success.

3. Our experience: how we won the Entreprendre Ici Honorific Grant

Last year, OneTrip applied for the Entreprendre Ici Honorific Grant… and we won it. But this success didn’t come on the first try.

Here are the key steps (and lessons learned) that made the difference:

1. Perseverance: several attempts before succeeding

We had already applied in previous editions without success. Each time, we analyzed the feedback received, identified our weaknesses, and improved our application.

2. Anticipation: prepare early, avoid the last-minute rush

We started gathering our documents several weeks in advance, as approaching the deadline, the servers are often overloaded. Several candidates miss submitting their application simply due to last-minute technical issues.

3. Participation in the information sessions of the Honorific Grant Entreprendre Ici

We attended webinars and information meetings organized by Entreprendre Ici to fully understand the evaluation criteria and ask our questions.

4. Rigorous preparation of the application

We worked on our business plan in depth:

• Clear and inspiring description of the project

• Solid financial projections

• Highlighting local impact (jobs, innovation, inclusion)

5. Intensive pitch training

We practiced our presentation many times, simulating the jury’s questions and integrating feedback to be even more convincing.

6. Surround yourself well

We sought guidance from experts and mentors to help us avoid common mistakes.

7. Accept the luck factor… and minimize it as much as possible

As in any competition, there is a part of luck: who will be on the jury, which projects will be presented in the same year, what the regional priorities will be.

But with exceptional preparation, you drastically reduce this uncertainty and put all odds in your favor.
Result: after several attempts and hard work, we were selected among the winners, receiving $25,000 to accelerate our growth.

4. What we offer: full-service support to maximize your chances of winning the $25,000

Based on our experience, we now offer entrepreneurs a complete service to assist them in their application. As a founder, we know you are busy and want to save you dozens of hours.

Specifically, here’s exactly what we do for you::

• Analysis of your project and verification of your eligibility

• Preparation or optimization of your business plan and application file

• Identification of the elements that make a difference (impact, innovation, alignment with regional priorities)

• Pitch coaching: preparation, mock interviews, answers to tricky questions

• Strategic advice to avoid common mistakes and reduce the element of chance

From experience, we know that deadlines are tight, servers can be overloaded, and competition is fierce. Last-minute preparation can literally cost you a funding opportunity.

Do you want to maximize your chances and gain 25 000$?

Book a meeting with our team today.

We offer personalized support and spots are limited. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to secure $25,000 to propel your business.

Next steps

The Honorific Grant Entreprendre Ici is much more than just funding: it is a true launchpad for entrepreneurs from diversity in Quebec. With $25,000 at stake, expert support, and a valuable network, it’s the ideal opportunity to propel your business to a new level.

At OneTrip, we know exactly what it takes to maximize your chances: we’ve lived it, we’ve won it, and we are ready to put our expertise at the service of your success.

Ready to take action?

Contact us today to reserve your spot among the businesses we will support this year.

⏰ Remember: the deadline is August 31, and places for support are limited.

Don’t let this opportunity slip through your fingers. Together, let’s turn your project from a dream to reality.