Entrepreneurship Assistance – Centre-du-Québec (Region 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?

1406, Michaud
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 7V3
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/

62, rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste, bureau 1.03
Victoriaville (Québec) G6P 4E3
Tel.: 819 752-9781, 1 866 463-6642
Fax: 819 758-4306

Ministère de la Culture et des Communications et de la Condition féminine (MCCCF)
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/ (In French only)

100, rue Laviolette, bureau 315
Trois-Rivières (Québec) G9A 5S9
Tel.: 819 371-6001
Fax: 819 371-6984
drmcq@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)

460, boul. Louis-Fréchette, 2e étage
Nicolet (Québec) J3T 1Y2
Tel.: 819 293-8501, 1 888 222-6272
Fax: 819 293-8446

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 

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 

Centre de services de Drummondville 750, boul. René-Lévesque bureau 100 Drummondville (Québec) J2C 7N7 Tel.: 819 475-8461, 1 800 749-3646 Fax: 819 475-1400 drummondville@fadq.qc.ca	Centre de services de Nicolet 460, boul. Louis-Fréchette, 1er étage Nicolet (Québec) J3T 1Y2 Tel.: 819 293-6991, 1 800 749-3646 Fax: 819 293-8426 nicolet@fadq.qc.ca
Centre de services de Victoriaville 767, boul. Industriel Est, bureau 200 Victoriaville (Québec) G6T 1S7 Tel.: 819 758-8239, 1 800 749-3646 Fax: 819 752-7950 victoriaville@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

1579, boul. Louis-Fréchette
Nicolet (Québec) J3T 2A5
Tel.: 819 293-4122
Fax: 819 293-8322
centre-du-quebec@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

Drummondville 270, rue Lindsay, RC 16 Drummondville (Québec) J2B 1G3 Tel.: 1 877 644-4545

Plessisville 1971, rue Bilodeau, bureau 350 Plessisville (Québec) G6L 3J1 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

1010, boul. René-Lévesque
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 5W4
Tel.:  819 478-4951
Fax: 819 478-5864

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

Centre-du-Québec 1525, boul. St-Joseph Drummondville (Québec) J2C 2E9 Tel.: 1 800 622-6232 Fax: 819 478-8137	Bécancour 1580, boul. Port-Royal, pièce 200 Bécancour (Québec) G9H 1X6 Tel.: 1 800 622-6232 Fax: 819 233-4398
Victoriaville Carrefour-des-Bois-Francs 475, boul. Jutras Est, bureau 35 Victoriaville (Québec) G6P 7H4 Tel.: 1 800 622-6232 Fax: 819 758-7809	Fortierville 210, rue Principale Fortierville (Québec) G0S 1J0 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

Place du Centre
150, rue Marchand, bureau 502
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 4N1
Tel.: 819 478-4664, 1 800 567-1418
Fax: 819 478-4666

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 de la MRC de Bécancour inc. 3689, boul. Bécancour, bureau 1 Bécancour (Québec) G9H 3W7 Tel.: 819 298-2070 Fax: 819 298-2041 information@cldbecancour.qc.ca http://www.cldbecancour.qc.ca	SDE Drummondville inc. 1400, rue Michaud Drummondville (Québec) J2C 7V3 Tel.: 819 477-5511 Fax: 819 477-5512 info@sded-drummond.qc.ca http://www.sded-drummond.qc.ca
CLD de la MRC de Nicolet-Yamaska 257-1, de Monseigneur-Courchesne Nicolet (Québec) J3T 2C1 Tel.: 819 293-2997 Fax: 819 293-5367 cld@cldnicolet-yamaska.qc.ca http://www.cldnicolet-yamaska.qc.ca	CLD de l'Érable 1783, avenue St-Édouard, bureau 200 Plessisville (Québec) G6L 3S7 Tel.: 819 362-2333 Fax: 819 362-8022 info@cld-erable.qc.ca http://www.cld-erable.qc.ca
Corporation de développement économique des Bois-Francs (CDEBF) 747, boul. Industriel Est Victoriaville (Québec) G6T 1S7 Tel.: 819 758-3172 Fax: 819 758-1187 cdebf@cdebf.qc.ca http://www.cdebf.qc.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 1680, boul. Saint-Joseph, RC, bureau 07 Drummondville (Québec) J2C 2G3 Tel.: 819 475-8701 Fax: 819 475-8781	CLE Bécancour 3689, boul. Bécancour, bureau 3 C.P. 8560 Bécancour (Québec) G9H 4S4 Tel.: 819 298-3000, 1 800 463-5273 Fax: 819 298-3881
CLE Drummondville 270, Lindsay, RC Drummondville (Québec) J2B 1G3 Tel.: 819 475-8433, 1 800 567-3868 Fax: 819 475-8747	CLE L'Érable 1971, Bilodeau, bureau 350 Plessisville (Québec) G6L 3J1 Tel.: 819 621-0373, 1 877 714-5586 Fax: 819 621-0392
CLE Nicolet 2000, boul. Louis-Fréchette, 2e étage Nicolet (Québec) J3T 2A3 Tel.: 819 293-4501, 1 800 663-6201 Fax: 819 293-6186	CLE Victoriaville 62, rue Saint-Jean-Baptiste, RC Victoriaville (Québec) G6P 4E3 Tel.: 819 758-8241, 1 800 463-0950 Fax: 819 751-2746

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 Arthabaska-Érable Inc. 975, boul. Industriel Est, bureau 101 Victoriaville (Québec) G6T 1T8 Tel.: 819 758-1501 Fax: 819 758-7971 sadc_ae@ciril.qc.ca http://www.sadcae.ca/index.php	SADC Nicolet-Bécancour Inc. 19205, boul. des Acadiens, bureau 102 Bécancour (Québec) G9H 1M5 Tel.: 819 233-3315 Fax: 819 233-3338 sadc_nicolet@ciril.qc.ca http://www.sadcnicoletbecancour.ca
CAE de Drummond 230, rue Brock, bureau 475 Drummondville (Québec) J2C 1M3 Tel.: 819 474-6477 Fax: 819 474-5944 emayrand@fondeldrummond.ca http://fondeldrummond.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 Drummond 749, boul. Mercure Drummondville (Québec) J2B 3K6 Tel.: 819 475-4646 Fax: 819 475-0323 cjed@dr.cgocable.ca http://www.cjedrummond.qc.ca	CJE Comté de Nicolet-Yamaska et MRC Bécancour 87, Place du 21-Mars, C.P. 81 Nicolet (Québec) J3T 1A1 Tel.: 819 293-2592 Fax: 819 293-8279 cje@cjenicbec.org http://www.cjenicbec.org
CJE Arthabaska 108, Olivier, 1er étage Victoriaville (Québec) G6P 6V6 Tel.: 819 758-1661 Fax: 819 758-3058 info@cje-arthabaska.ca http://www.cje-arthabaska.ca	CJE L'Érable 1783, av. Saint-Édouard Plessisville (Québec) G6L 3S7 Tel.: 819 362-2333 Fax: 819 362-8022 info@cld-erable.qc.ca  http://www.cld-erable.qc.ca/index.asp

3.5 Community Economic Development Corporations (CEDCs) and others

Association féminine d'éducation et d'action sociale (Afeas)
205, Dorion
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 1T8
Tel.: 819 474-6575
Fax: 819 474-6575
centre-du-quebec@afeas.qc.ca
http://www.afeas.qc.ca/

Conférence régionale des élus (CRE)
1352, rue Michaud
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 2Z5
Tel.: 819 478-1717
Fax: 819 478-9617
info@centre-du-quebec.qc.ca
http://cre.centre-du-quebec.qc.ca/index2.asp

Conseil de développement culturel du Centre-du-Québec
291-B, route Marie-Victorin
Saint-Pierre-les-Becquets (Québec) G0X 2Z0
Tel.: 819 478-1717
Fax: 819 478-9617
pblais@centre-du-quebec.qc.ca

Coopérative de développement Centre-du-Québec / Mauricie (CDCQM)
2000, boul. des Récollets, C.P. 564
Trois-Rivières (Québec) G9A 5H5
Tel.: 819 370-6630
Fax: 819 370-6632
info@cdcqm.coop
http://www.cdcqm.coop/

EQMBO Entreprises inc. – Centre d'aide technique et techonologique en meuble et bois ouvré
765, rue Notre-Dame Est, C.P. 98
Victoriaville (Québec) G6P 6S4
Tel.: 819 758-8219
Fax: 819 758-5486
eqmbo.entreprises@cgvicto.qc.ca
http://www.eqmbo-entreprises.com

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

Fondel Drummond
136, Lindsay
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 1N6
Tel.: 819 474-6477
Fax: 819 474-5944
emayrand@fondeldrummond.ca
http://fondeldrummond.ca

Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ
7080, rue Marion, bureau 205
Trois-Rivières (Québec) G9A 6G4
Tel.: 819 370-3368
Fax: 819 370-1512
info@mbf.fondsreg.com
http://www.fondsreg.com/implnt/internetfo
ndsreg.nsf/PortailFreg?openForm

Forum jeunesse du Centre-du-Québec
1352, rue Michaud
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 2Z5
Tel.: 819 478-1717
Fax: 819 478-9617
melanieb@centre-du-quebec.qc.ca
http://www.toilejeunesse.centre-du-quebec.qc.ca/clie
nt/page2.asp?page=1075&clef=452&clef2=148

Groupement des chefs d'entreprise
Tel.: 819 477-7535
http://www.groupement.ca

Musilab inc. – Centre de transfert de technologie en musique et son
960, rue Saint-Georges, bureau 1104
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 6A2
Tel.: 819 478-4671, poste 256
Fax: 819 474-1232
http://www.musilab.com

Palais de justice – Drummondville
Immatriculation des entreprises
1680, boul. Saint-Joseph
Drummondville (Québec) J2C 2G3
Tel.: 819 478-2513
Fax: 819 475-8459

Palais de justice – Victoriaville
Immatriculation des entreprises
800, boul. Bois-Francs Sud
Victoriaville (Québec) G6P 5W5
Tel.: 819 357-2054
Fax: 819 357-5517

Table de concertation du mouvement des femmes Centre-du-Québec
19A, rue de Courval
Victoriaville (Québec) G6P 4W2
Tel.: 819 758-8282
Fax: 819 758-7624
info@femmescentreduquebec.qc.ca
http://www.femmescentreduquebec.qc.ca

Tourisme Centre-du-Québec
20, boulevard Carignan Ouest
Princeville (Québec) G6L 4M4
Tel.: 819 364-7177, 1 888 816-4007
Fax: 819 364-2120
info@tourismecentreduquebec.com
http://www.tourismecentreduquebec.com/

4. REGIONAL INFORMATION PORTALS

Centre-du-Québec Regional Portal
http://www.centreduquebec.gouv.qc.ca

Canada Economic Development Portal for the Centre-du-Québec Region
http://www.dec-ced.gc.ca/asp/Program
mesServices/strategie_3.asp?LANG=EN

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

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

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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

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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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