The key parameters of Circuit Numérique PME.
Your fundable objectives
- Implement an ERP or CRM system
- Automate production or back-office processes
- Adopt AI tools for business operations
- Improve cybersecurity posture
What Circuit Numérique funds.
- ERP, CRM, and integrated management system implementation
- Process automation using digital tools
- AI integration into business operations
- Cybersecurity improvement projects
- E-commerce platform development
- Digital skills training for staff
- Cloud migration and infrastructure modernization
Who qualifies.
- Quebec SMEs with an active Quebec establishment
- For-profit companies or social economy cooperatives
- Companies with a French-language website
- RENA-compliant companies
- Companies on the RENA registry
- Government and parapublic entities
- Holding companies
What costs qualify.
- External consulting fees for digital project implementation
- Software licenses and SaaS subscriptions (implementation phase)
- System integration and configuration costs
- Staff training directly linked to the digital project
- Cybersecurity audit and implementation costs
Your questions about Circuit Numérique PME.
What is Circuit Numérique PME?
Circuit Numérique PME is a Quebec Investissement Québec program supporting the digital transformation of small and medium enterprises. It covers up to 50% of eligible costs for ERP, CRM, AI integration, automation, cybersecurity, e-commerce, and cloud migration projects.
How much funding can I receive?
Circuit Numérique PME covers up to 50% of eligible digital transformation costs. The specific ceiling per project depends on the program cycle parameters. Hubvention evaluates your precise entitlement during the eligibility audit.
Who qualifies for Circuit Numérique PME?
Quebec SMEs with an active establishment, a French-language website, RENA compliance, and a credible digital transformation project qualify. For-profit companies and social economy cooperatives are both eligible.
What types of digital projects does the program fund?
Qualifying projects include ERP/CRM implementation, business process automation, AI tool integration, cybersecurity improvements, e-commerce development, cloud migration, and digital skills training. The key requirement is a measurable improvement in business performance through digital adoption.
Can Circuit Numérique be combined with ESSOR 1C?
Yes. Circuit Numérique PME and ESSOR 1C can be combined for digital transformation projects, with each program covering different expense categories or project phases. Hubvention builds the combined funding stack to maximize total non-repayable funding.
Is Circuit Numérique a grant?
Yes — Circuit Numérique PME provides a non-repayable grant covering a portion of eligible digital project costs. No repayment is required as long as the company meets program conditions.
What documentation is required?
Typical requirements include a project description, budget by expense category, implementation timeline, vendor quotes, and evidence of digital maturity assessment. Hubvention prepares the complete application package.
How does Hubvention help with Circuit Numérique?
Hubvention manages the Circuit Numérique PME mandate end to end: eligibility audit, digital project scoping, application package preparation, and submission. We stack it with ESSOR 1C, SR&ED, and CDAE-IA for comprehensive digital transformation funding.
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