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Entrepreneurship Assistance – Côte-Nord (Region 09)
Last Verified:
2006-12-01
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?
454, avenue Arnaud
Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 3A9
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/
625, boulevard Laflèche, RC 711
Baie-Comeau (Québec) G5C 1C5
Tel.: 418 589-4345, 1 866 740-2133
Fax: 418 295-4199
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/
625, boulevard Laflèche, bureau 1.806
Baie-Comeau (Québec) G5C 1C5
Tel.: 418 295-4979
Fax: 418 295-4070
drcn@mcc.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
801 chemin du Pont-Taché Nord
Alma (Québec) G8B 5W2
Tel.: 418 662-6457, 1 888 222-6272
Fax: 418 668-8694
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
391, avenue Brochu, bureau 1.04
Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 4S7
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
5055, boulevard Hamel Ouest, bureau 100
Québec (Québec) G2E 2G6
Tel.: 418 528-1552, 1 800 749-3646
Fax: 418 528-1680
quebec@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
| Sept-Îles 818, boulevard Laure, RC Sept-les (Québec) G4R 1Y8 Tel.: 418 964-8888 Fax: 418 964-8023 cote-nord@mddep.gouv.qc.ca |
Baie-Comeau 202, boulevard Comeau Baie-Comeau (Québec) G4Z 3A8 Tel.: 418 294-8888 Fax: 418 294-8018 cote-nord@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
| Sept-Îles 456, avenue Arnaud, RC 01 Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 3B1 Tel.: 1 877 644-4545 |
Baie-Comeau |
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Forestville 134, route 138 Est Forestville (Québec) G0T 1E0 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
701, boulevard Laure, bureau 202B
C.P. 698
Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 4K9
Tel.: 418 968-1420
Fax: 418 962-2956
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
| Côte-Nord (Sept-Îles) 701, boul. Laure, 3e étage Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 1X8 Tel.: 418 962-5501, 1 800 463-1757 Fax: 418 962-8301 |
Baie Comeau 235, boul. Lasalle, 2e étage Baie-Comeau (Québec) G4Z 2Z4 Tel.: 418 962-5501, 1 800 463-1757 Fax: 418 296-6446 |
Forestville 134, autoroute 138 Est Forestville (Québec) G0T 1E0 Tel.: 418 962-5501, 1 800 463-1757 Fax: 418 587-4956 |
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
701, boulevard Laure, bureau 202B
C.P. 698
Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 4K9
Tel.: 418 968-3426, 1 800 463-1707
Fax: 418 968-0806
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
| CLD de la Basse-Côte Nord C.P. 10 Chevery (Québec) G0G 1G0 Tel.: 418 787-2125, 418 461-2652 Fax: 418 787-2126, 418 461-2651 cldbcn@globetrotter.net |
CLD de la MRC de Caniapiscau Centre commercial, local 42, C.P. 68 Fermont (Québec) G0G 1J0 Tel.: 418 287-3506, 1 888 211-2222 Fax: 418 287-5215 cld@caniapiscau.net http://www.caniapiscau.net |
CLD de la Haute-Côte-Nord 26, rue de la Rivière, bureau 102 Les Escoumins (Québec) G0T 1K0 Tel.: 418 233-3230 Fax: 418 233-3202 cldhcn@ihcn.qc.ca |
CLD de Manicouagan 67, place La Salle, bureau 401 Baie-Comeau (Québec) G4Z 1K1 Tel.: 418 296-2593, 1 888 526-2642 Fax: 418 296-2636 cldmanic@cgocable.ca http://www.cldmanic.qc.ca |
CLD de la MRC des Sept-Rivières inc. 544, rue De Quen Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 2R4 Tel.: 418 962-7677 Fax: 418 968-2084 corpo.adm@globetrotter.net |
CLD Minganie 1280, de la Digue, bureau 206 Havre-Saint-Pierre (Québec) G0G 1P0 Tel.: 418 538-3803 Fax: 418 538-3789 cldminga@globetrotter.net |
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 550, boul. Blanche Baie-Comeau (Québec) G5C 2B3 Tel.: 418 295-4020, 1 800 463-6443 Fax: 418 295-4437 |
CLE Baie-Comeau 625, boul. Laflèche, bureau 1.810 Baie-Comeau (Québec) G5C 1C5 Tel.: 418 589-3709, 1 800 463-8542 Fax: 418 295-4144 |
CLE des Escoumins 459, route 138 Les Escoumins (Québec) G0T 1K0 Tel.: 418 233-2501 Fax: 418 233-3138 |
CLE Forestville 134, route 138 Est Forestville (Québec) G0T 1E0 Tel.: 418 587-6611, 1 800 463-0738 Fax: 418 587-2201 |
CLE Havre-Saint-Pierre 1280, de la Digue, bureau 200 Havre-Saint-Pierre (Québec) G0G 1P0 Tel.: 418 538-2288, 1 800 463-0735 Fax: 418 538-3660 |
CLE Port-Cartier 2, rue Élie-Rochefort Port-Cartier (Québec) G5B 2N2 Tel.: 418 766-6932 Fax: 418 766-7240 |
CLE Sept-îles 456, avenue Arnaud, RC, bureau 11 Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 3B1 Tel.: 418 962-6545, 1 800 663-1934 Fax: 418 962-9142 |
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 Manicouagan 67, Place LaSalle, bureau 301 Baie-Comeau (Québec) G4Z 1K1 Tel.: 418 296-6956 Fax: 418 296-5176 sadcmanic@bc.cgocable.ca http://www.sadccote-nord.org |
SADC Haute-Côte-Nord 445, route 138 Les Escoumins (Québec) G0T 1K0 Tel.: 418 233-3495 Fax: 418 233-2485 sadcmanic@bc.cgocable.ca http://sadccote-nord.org |
SADC Côte-Nord inc . 456, avenue Arnaud, bureau 205 Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 3B1 Tel.: 418 962-7233, 1 877 962-7233 Fax: 418 968-5513 sadcmanic@bc.cgocable.ca http://sadccote-nord.org |
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)
| CJE de Manicouagan 859, rue Bossé, local 205 Baie-Comeau (Québec) G5C 3P8 Tel.: 418 589-8589 Fax: 418 589-9589 cje-manic@cjemanic.qc.ca http://www.cjemanic.qc.ca |
CJE Duplessis 263, rue Papineau Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 4J2 Tel.: 418 961-2533, 1 888 965-2533 Fax: 418 968-1229 cjedup@globetrotter.net http://www.cjed.qc.ca |
CJE de La Haute-Côte-Nord 26, de la Rivière, bureau 103 Les Escoumins (Québec) G0T 1K0 Tel.: 418 233-3838 Fax: 418 233-3939 cje@cjehcn.qc.ca |
3.5 Community Economic Development Corporations (CEDCs) and others
Association touristique régionale de Manicouagan
337, boulevard Lasalle, bureau 304
Baie-Comeau (Québec) G4Z 2Z1
Tel.: 418 294-2876, 1 888 463-5319
Fax: 418 294-2345
atrmanic@globetrotter.qc.ca
http://www.fccq.ca/index.asp?action=region&idRegion=9
Centre d'expérimentation et de développement en forêt boréale
537, boulevard Blanche
Baie-Comeau (Québec) G5C 2B2
Tel.: 418 295-2240, 1 800 463-2030 poste 240
Fax: 418 295-2240
cedfob@cedfob.qc.ca
http://www.cedfob.qc.ca
Corporation de développement économique de la région de Port-Cartier
24, boul. des îles, bureau 112
Port Cartier (Québec) G5B 2G7
Tel.: 418 766-8383
Fax: 418 766-8324
cde.port-cartier@globetrotter.net
Conférence régionale des élus (CRE)
625, boulevard Laflèche, bureau 204
Baie-Comeau (Québec) G5C 1C5
Tel.: 418 589-5781 poste 0, 1 877 463-5781
Fax: 418 589-5817
info@crecotenord.qc.ca
http://www.crecotenord.qc.ca/
Coopérative de développement régional Bas Saint-Laurent / Côte-Nord
Édifice Bissot
456, avenue Arnaud, bureau 200
Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 3B1
Tel.: 418 962-6054
Fax: 418 962-6345
jennifer_gauthier@cgocable.ca
http://www.cdrbsl.fcdrq.coop/index.php
Conseil de la culture de la Côte-Nord
625, boulevard Laflèche, local 204-A
Baie-Comeau (Québec) G5C 1C5
Tel.: 418 589-6744
Fax: 418 295-1991
crcccn@cgocable.ca
Corporation de Soutien au Développement Technologique des PME (CSDT-PME)
300, allée des Ursulines, C.P. 3300
Rimouski (Québec) G5L 3A1
Tel.: 418 723-1986 poste 1900, 1 800 511-3382 poste 1900
Fax: 418 724-1683
http://www.csdtpme.com/
Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec
http://www.fccq.ca/index.asp?action=region&idRegion=9
Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ
818, boulevard Laure, bureau 101
Sept-Îles (Québec) G4R 1Y8
Tel.: 418 968-3784, 1 800 792-2488
Fax: 418 962-2988
info@cot.fondsreg.com
http://www.fondsreg.com/implnt/inter
netfondsreg.nsf/PortailFreg?openForm
Groupement des chefs d'entreprises
Tel.: 418 849-8526
http://www.groupement.ca
Palais de justice – Baie-Comeau
71, avenue Mance
Baie Comeau (Québec) G4Z 1N2
Tel.: 418 296-5534, 1 866 854-4075
Fax: 418 294-8717
4. REGIONAL INFORMATION PORTALS
Côte-Nord Regional Portal
http://www.cotenord.gouv.qc.ca
Canada Economic Development Portal for the Côte-Nord Region
http://www.dec-ced.gc.ca/asp/Program
mesServices/strategie_4.asp?LANG=EN
Québec Forest Industry Council
http://www.cifq.qc.ca/
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
DISCLAIMER
Information contained in this document is of a general nature only and is not intended to constitute advice for any specific fact situation. Users concerned about the reliability of the information should consult directly with the source, or seek legal counsel.
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