Get a $2400 Financial Assistance Grant to Boost Your Online Business with the PCAN-Québec Program!
Are you the owner of a small/micro business or solopreneur in Quebec and you want to develop your online business activities , but you are having financial difficulties investing in your project?
Don't worry, we're here to help! At RAION Solutions , in partnership with PCAN-Québec , we offer the Canadian digital adoption program (PCAN grant) which offers you the possibility of obtaining a sum of $2,400 to bring your online project to fruition!
We take care of your file from A to Z, a turnkey service , thus maximizing your chances of being accepted into the program and we act as experts for the implementation of your online marketing strategy.
We have already contributed to obtaining the PC AN subsidy for more than 40 companies, displaying a membership application success rate exceeding 95%.
Here are examples of accepted projects:
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Sale of products or services online (online store)
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Customer portal (secure interaction with your customers)
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Online booking tools (e.g. website integration with Calendly)
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Online submission, ordering and invoicing system
The PCAN grant program process
The application process involves detailing how your proposed project aligns with the program's objectives and contributes to the growth of your business in the online domain. You can submit your membership application via this online form . We take care of your eligibility request for the PCAN subsidy program. Once approved, you will be supported throughout the process to implement your digital strategy
How to Get the Grant
Step 1
Identifying and prioritizing needs
Step 2
Formulating the e-commerce project, preparing and submitting the application
Step 4
E-commerce project implementation and documentation of supporting documents
Step 5
Official request for fund disbursement for the project
Step 6
Receiving electronic fund transfer
Eligibility Criteria:
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Have at least one employee or have earned over $30,000 in gross revenue in the last fiscal year
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Be registered or incorporated
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Sell goods and services directly to consumers (B2C)
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Be accessible to customers or provide them services in person or online
Not eligible: Business chains, franchises, registered charities, and brokerage companies (real estate, investments, insurance, etc.).
Additional benefits of the PCAN subsidy program
In addition to the $2,400 micro grant you will receive, the PCAN grant program offers considerable benefits for your business.
You will thus be able to stimulate your sales, expand your customer base and improve your online visibility. With our expertise and advice, you will be able to fully exploit the potential of digital and offer an exceptional experience to your customers. PCAN is much more than a grant, it is a springboard to online success .
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What is the difference between the PCAN grant stream 1) “Grow your online business activities” and 2) “Improve your business technologies”?PCAN contains 2 components. The first PCAN grant component “Improve your company's technologies ”, as its name suggests, aims to strengthen the technological capabilities of a company and offers a grant of up to $15,000. It is designed to support businesses in the adoption and integration of advanced technologies that can contribute to their growth and competitiveness. Examples of eligible projects under this grant include implementing advanced software systems, upgrading hardware infrastructure, and integrating innovative digital solutions into existing workflows. However, as the message on thePCAN website states, this grant is currently fully subscribed, meaning no new applications are being accepted at this time. If your business has already secured this grant and your agreement has not expired, you can continue to access the PCAN portal for ongoing support. Compared to the second component of the PCAN grant, “Grow your business activities online”, this one is suitable for businesses looking to strengthen their online presence and capabilities and offers a grant of up to $2,400. Eligible projects may include website development , e-commerce integration, digital marketing campaigns and other initiatives focused on expanding the company's digital footprint.
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Is it still possible to submit your application for the PCAN “Grow Your Online Business Activities” grant program?An update confirming that thePCAN grant program is fully subscribed was released on February 19, 2024, and new applications for the “Improve Your Business Technologies” grant are no longer being accepted. However, you can still submit an application for the PCAN grant: “Develop your online business activities” and obtain up to $2,400.