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Entrepreneurship Assistance – Nord-du-Québec (Region 10)

Last Verified: 2008-01-17

This document contains contact information for the key economic development stakeholders in your region.

In addition, we suggest you consult the other Info-Guides listed at the end of this document.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Government of Québec
2. Government of Canada
3. Economic Development Organisations
    3.1 Local Development Centres (CLDs)
    3.2 Local Employment Centres (CLEs)
    3.3 Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDCs)
    3.4 Carrefour jeunesse-emploi (CJE)
    3.5 Community Economic Development Corporations (CEDCs) and others
4. Regional Information Portals


1. GOVERNMENT OF QUÉBEC

Investissement Québec
Investissement Québec is in the service of Québec businesses by offering financing products that work for companies, cooperative businesses and non-profit organisations at every stage: start-up, expansion, export, R&D activities, merger and acquisition. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.investquebec.com/en/index.aspx?

170, Principale, bureau 202
Rouyn-Noranda (Québec) J9X 4P7
Tel.: 1 866 870-0437

Ministère du Développement économique, de l'Innovation et de l'Exportation (MDEIE)
The mission of the MDEIE is to support economic and regional development as well as research promoting coordination and dialogue among various economic and scientific players to support job creation, economic prosperity, scientific development, and sustainable development. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.mdeie.gouv.qc.ca/page/web/portail/en/

129, rue des Forces-Armées
Chibougamau (Québec) G8P 3A1
Tel.: 418 748-6681, 1 866 534-5082
Fax: 418 748-6698

Ministère de la Culture et des Communications et de la Condition féminine
The mission of the ministère de la Culture et des Communications et de la Condition féminine is to promote the affirmation, expression, and democratisation of culture and the development of communications in Québec and to promote their expansion overseas. It maximises spin-offs in terms of artistic quality and the enrichment of the community and promotes the regional, national, and international development of companies and organisations involved in culture and communications. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.mcc.gouv.qc.ca/

19, rue Perreault Ouest, bureau 450
Rouyn-Noranda (Québec) J9X 6N5
Tel.: 819 763-3517
Fax: 819 763-3382
dratnq@mcccf.gouv.qc.ca

Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ)
The mission of MAPAQ is to influence and support the sustainable development of Québec's bio-food industry through actions targeting the production, processing, marketing, and consumption of agricultural and seafood products. It also plays an important role in research and development, education, and training. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.mapaq.gouv.qc.ca/fr/accueil (In French only)

180, boulevard Rideau, bureau 2.01
Rouyn-Noranda (Québec) J9X 1N9
Tel.: 819 763-3287, poste 5113, 1 888 222-6272
Fax: 819 763-3359

Revenu Québec
The role of Revenu Québec is to administer taxation-related social programs, as well as any other tax-collection and redistribution program entrusted to it by the government. Revenu Québec makes recommendations to the government concerning fiscal policy and programs. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.revenu.gouv.qc.ca/eng/ministere/index.asp

19, rue Perreault Ouest, RC
Rouyn-Noranda (Québec) J9X 6N5
Tel.: 1 800 567-4692

La Financière agricole du Québec
The mission of La Financière agricole du Québec is to support and encourage the development of the agricultural and agri-food sectors within a perspective of sustainable development. In fulfilling its mission, the agency focuses in particular on the development of the primary sector. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.fadq.qc.ca/index.php?id=1086&no;_cache=1&=&L;=1

Amos
261, 1re Avenue Ouest
Amos (Québec) J9T 1V1
Tel.: 819 444-5335, 1 800 749-3646
Fax: 819 444-5382
amos@fadq.qc.ca
Rouyn-Noranda
53, rue du Terminus Ouest, 1er étage
Rouyn-Noranda (Québec) J9X 2P4
Tel.: 819 763-3759, 1 800 749-3646
Fax: 819 763-3617
rouyn@fadq.qc.ca

Ministère du Développement durable, de l'Environnement et des Parcs
The mission of the Ministère du Développement durable, de l'Environnement et des Parcs is to protect the environment and natural ecosystems for the benefit of current and future generations. Its leading role is to promote sustainable development and, in keeping with that responsibility, it aims to keep the environment healthy within the confines of economic development and social progress. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.mddep.gouv.qc.ca/ministere/inter_en.htm

180, boulevard Rideau, 1er étage
Rouyn-Noranda (Québec) J9X 1N9
Tel.: 819 763-3333
Fax: 819 763-3202
abitibi-temiscamingue@mddep.gouv.qc.ca

Services Québec
The services provided by Services Québec are general services meant for citizens and businesses from the range of services already offered by Communication-Québec, as well as certain services that have been confided to Services Québec by a few departments and agencies. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://servicesquebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/accueil.htm

333, 3e Rue
Chibougamau (Québec) G8P 1N4
Tel.: 1 877 644-4545

2. GOVERNMENT OF CANADA

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
BDC offers financial services, consulting services, subordinate financing and venture capital. They have a particular focus on the emerging and exporting sectors of the economy. Many counsellors are available to assist clients in various aspects of their business. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.bdc.ca/en/home.htm

139, boulevard Québec, bureau 301
Rouyn-Noranda (Québec) J9X 6M8
Tel.: 819 764-6701
Fax: 819 764-5472

Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC)
The Department of Human Resources and Social Development is responsible for providing the tools you need to grow and prosper at work and in the community. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/en/home.shtml

Service Canada Offices

Chisasibi
Complexe commercial Chisasibi
Chisasibi (Québec) J0M 1E0
Tel.: 1 800 622-6232
Fax: 1 866 212-0900

Matagami
180, Place du Commerce
Matagami (Québec) J0Y 2A0
Tel.: 1 800 622-6232
Fax: 819 762-4605


Kuujjuaq-Nunavik
884, Naalawik
Kuujjuaq (Québec) J0M 1C0
Tel. : 1 800 622-6232

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
The mandate of the Agency is to promote the economic development of the regions of Québec, paying special attention to those experiencing slow economic growth and inadequate employment, with a view to the enhancement of prosperity and employment in the long term. It elicits, guides and supports the implementation of development projects with financial assistance, information and referrals as well as advice and guidance. For more information, contact your local office or visit http://www.dec-ced.gc.ca/asp/General/main.asp?LANG=EN

Tour de la Bourse
800 Place Victoria, bureau 3800
C.P. 247
Montréal (Québec) H4Z 1E8
Tel.: 514 283-8131, 1 800 561-0633
Fax: 514 283-3637

3. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATIONS

3.1 Local Development Centres (CLDs)

CLDs are non-profit organisations, administered by the community and reporting to a board of directors representing various local economic and employment partners. They offer first-line technical and financial support and assistance services to potential entrepreneurs and existing companies, whatever their age or development stage. Each CLD administers specific assistance programs. For more information, contact your local CLD or visit http://www.acldq.qc.ca (In French only)

CLD Katutjiniq
C.P. 239, édifice 432
Kuujjuaq (Québec) J0M 1C0
Tel.: 819 964-2035
Fax: 819 964-2611
CLD de la Baie-James
110, boul. Matagami, C.P. 850
Matagami (Québec) J0Y 2A0
Tel.: 819 739-4111, 1 800 516-4111
Fax: 819 739-4809
matagami@crebj.ca

3.2 Local Employment Centres (CLEs)

Each CLE provides resources and services for people who need employment or last resort assistance and to employers who have job openings and who have questions about the labour force and skills development. All CLEs have a reception area, a multiservice room, and financial assistance services. Employment assistance services are also provided in most CLEs. For more information, contact your local CLE or visit http://www.mess.gouv.qc.ca/services-a-la-clientele/centre-local-emploi/Index_en.asp

Direction régionale
129, rue des Forces-Armées
Chibougamau (Québec) G8P 3A1
Tel.: 418 748-8622, 1 866 840-9344
Fax: 418 748-8683
CLE de la Baie-James
333, 3e Rue
Chibougamau (Québec) G8P 1N4
Tel.: 418 748-7643, 1 866 722-7354
Fax: 418 748-2177

CLE de Kuujjuaq
732, rue Siuralikuuk, C.P. 300
Kujjuak (Québec) J0M 1C0
Tel.: 819 964-2909, 1 800 964-2969
Fax: 819 964-2406

CLE d'Inukjuak
C.P. 281
Inukjuak (Québec) J0M 1M0
Tel.: 819 941-3801
Fax: 819 941-6000

3.3 Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDCs)

CFDCs are non-profit organisations funded by Canada Economic Development. Their mission is to promote the creation, consolidation, and development of companies in Québec's regions through the provision of technical and financial services. CFDCs manage an investment fund enabling them to grant loans, loan guarantees, and equity investments promoting the start-up, expansion, or stabilisation of companies. For more information, contact your local CFDC or visit http://www.reseau-sadc.qc.ca/index.php?lang=en

SADC Chibougamau-Chapais Inc.
600, 3e Rue, bureau 1
Chibougamau (Québec) G8P 1P1
Tel.: 418 748-6477 
Fax: 418 748-6160
chibchap@lino.com
http://www.reseau-sadc.qc.ca/chibchap/
SADC Matagami
180, Place du commerce, C.P. 910
Matagami (Québec) J0Y 2A0
Tel.: 819 739-2155
Fax: 819 739-4271
fcossette@ciril.qc.ca http://www.sadcdematagami.qc.ca


Eeyou Economic Group
58 Pine Street, C.P. 39
Waswanipi (Québec) J0Y 3C0
Tel.: 819 753-2560
Fax: 819 753-2568
info@eeyoueconomicgroup.ca
http://www.eeyoueconomicgroup.ca

 
Nunavik Investment Corporation
C.P. 789
Kuujjuaq (Québec) J0M 1C0
Tel.: 819 964-1872
Fax: 819 964-1497
marthag@tamaani.ca

3.4 Carrefour jeunesse-emploi

The mandate of Carrefours jeunesse-emploi is to guide and support young adults (16-35) in their efforts to integrate society and the economy. By guiding them in their efforts to find employment, return to school, or start a small business, the services and activities of these organisations aim to improve the general living conditions of young people. For more information, contact your local CJE or visit http://www.cjereseau.org/fr/index.asp (in French only) (In French only)

CJE Jamésie
110 boul. Matagami, C.P. 669
Matagami (Québec) J0Y 2A0
Tel.: 819 739-4455
Fax: 819 739-4805
info@cjej.ca
CJE Jamésie Chibougamau
466, 3e Rue
Chibougamau (Québec) G8P 1N8
Tel.: 418 748-1131
Fax: 418 748-1177
info@cjej.ca

CJE Jamésie Lebel-sur-Quévillon
20, Place Quévillon, C.P. 247
Lebel-sur-Quévillon (Québec) J0Y 1X0
Tel.: 819 755-2594
Fax: 819 755-3593
info@cjej.ca

CJE Jamésie Radisson
info@cjej.ca   

CJE Jamésie Chapais
135, boul. Springer,  C.P. 207
Chapais (Québec) G0W 1H0
Tel.: 418 745-3895
Fax: 418 745-3875
info@cjej.ca
 

3.5 Community Economic Development Corporations (CEDCs) and others

Conseil régional de développement de la Baie-James (CRDBJ)
195, boulevard Matagami, C.P. 940
Matagami (Québec) J0Y 2A0
Tel.: 819 739-4111
Fax: 819 739-4809
ghetu@crdbj.ca

Conférence régionale des élus de la Baie-James
110, boulevard Matagami, C.P. 850
Matagami (Québec) J0Y 2A0
Tel.: 819 739-4111, 1 800 516-4111
Fax: 819 739-4809
matagami@crebj.ca
http://www.crebj.ca/

Coopérative de Développement Régional
3885, boulevard Harvey, bureau 407
Jonquière (Québec) G7X 9B1
Tel.: 418 542-7222
Fax: 418 542-7366
info@cdrslsj.coop
http://www.cdrslsj.coop/index.php

Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec
http://www.fccq.ca/indexfccq.asp?actionlien=cmfccq

Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ
432B, 3e Rue
Chibougamau (Québec) G8P 1N7
Tel.: 418 748-8180, 1 888 748-8180
Fax: 418 748-7121
info@ndq.fondsreg.com
http://www.fondsreg.com/implnt/inter
netfondsreg.nsf/PortailFreg?openForm

Mouvement Jeunesse Baie-James
107-D, rue Principale Sud
Lebel-sur-Quévillon (Québec) J0Y 1X0
Tel.: 819 755-4806
Fax:  819 755-4807
m_j_b_j@lino.com

Tourisme Baie-James
1252, route 167 Sud, C.P. 134
Chibougamau (Québec) G8P 2K6
Tel.: 418 748-8140, 1 888 748-8140
Fax: 418 748-8150
info@tourismebaiejames.com

4. REGIONAL INFORMATION PORTALS

Nord-du-Québec Regional Portal
http://www.nordduquebec.gouv.qc.ca

Canada Economic Development Portal for the Nord-du-Québec Region
http://www.dec-ced.gc.ca/asp/Program
mesServices/strategie_11.asp?LANG=EN

Québec Forest Industry Council
http://www.cifq.qc.ca/html/english/index.php/

Québec municipal
http://www.inforoutemunicipale.qc.ca/

Québec Portal
http://www.gouv.qc.ca/portail/quebec?lang=en


Contacts:

Info entrepreneurs
380 St-Antoine Street West, local 6000
Montréal, Quebec  H2Y 3X7
Telephone: 514-496-4636
Fax: 514-496-5934 Toll Free / Sans frais 1-888-417-0442
Toll-free (information): 1-800-322-4636
TTY Toll-free (hearing impaired): 1-800-457-8466
E-mail: infoentrepreneurs@cbsc.ic.gc.ca
Web site: http://www.infoentrepreneurs.org
Hours of operation:
Regulars Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
Summer Hours: (from June 25 to Labour Day) 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
Documentation Centre (Library) Hours for On-Site Research: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday


Ressources Entreprises
Suite 290
2014 Cyrille-Duquet Street
Québec, Quebec  G1N 4N6
Telephone: 418 649-INFO (4636)
Fax: 418 682-1144
Toll-free (information): 1-800-322-INFO (4636)
E-mail: ressourcesentreprises@cbsc.ic.gc.ca
Web site: http://www.ressourcesentreprises.org

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