Minister Lebel Announces Support to Help Innovative Canadian Businesses Grow and Prosper in Quebec
(firmenpresse) - QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC -- (Marketwired) -- 09/29/14 -- An investment in Inno-centre, which will support Quebec''s innovative businesses, enabling them to grow, prosper and create jobs, was announced today by the Honourable Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec, on behalf of the Honourable Ed Holder, Minister of State (Science and Technology).
Through the Canada Accelerator and Incubator Program (CAIP), Inno-centre will receive up to $3.3 million in funding over the next five years, providing local entrepreneurs with the resources and expertise needed to develop their business plan, seek follow-on financing and access new international markets for products and services. This organization plays an important role in the venture capital system, serving as an invaluable resource for entrepreneurs to make headway in a competitive global marketplace.
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"Today''s funding announcement will ensure Quebec''s promising innovative businesses have the resources they need to grow, innovate, and create jobs here in Quebec City. By investing in Inno-centre, our Government is supporting accelerators and incubators across the country while strengthening our local community''s business innovation capacity."
Denis Lebel, Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
"Business accelerators and incubators are critical players in a strong venture capital system in Canada. Our Government is supporting these organizations to provide advice, expertise and strategic direction to high-growth Canadian businesses, which will create jobs, economic growth and opportunities across Canada."
Ed Holder, Minister of State (Science and Technology)
"With this financial contribution from the Canada Incubator and Accelerator Program, Inno-centre will be able to support more than 30 companies by optimizing their ability to reach their full commercial potential."
Claude Martel, President directeur general, Inno-centre
"We are thrilled by the implementation of the program in the capital and are offering our support to the deployment of Inno-centre. This collaboration is consistent with our Economic Development Strategy and we are confident that it will benefit our region, particularly with regards to job creation."
Regis Labeaume, Mayor of Quebec City
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Datum: 29.09.2014 - 12:07 Uhr
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