International Espace Inc project gets government support
As part of its Startup Québec program, International Partnerships, the government is granting financial assistance to the tune of $66,440 to Espace-inc for the creation of an international startups partnership project monitoring best practices called Toronto-waterloo-boston Network Development.
Sherbrooke MNA and minister responsible for the Estrie region, Luc Fortin, announced the grant Thursday on behalf of Dominique Anglade, Minister of the Economy, Science and Innovation and Minister responsible for the Digital Agenda.
"In the past few years, startups have become important players in Quebec's entrepreneurial system,” Fortin said. “These dynamic businesses are now a powerful driver of economic development for Quebec and its regions. Creating jobs and wealth, they are also at the origin of technological innovations that can revolutionize many aspects of everyday life as well as various industrial sectors. These international partnerships will play a springboard role in promoting Québec's ingenuity and know-how."
"The Estrie is very dynamic in terms of entrepreneurship, thanks to the many startups that are created her every year,” Fortin added. “These generate significant innovations and spin-offs for our economy. A successful initiative in the region represents the strength of our entrepreneurial ecosystem. I also welcome the wonderful contribution of Espace-inc, which is carrying out this promising project with which our government is proud to be associated.”