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Business leaders are concerned about their company's environmental footprint and they realize that going green pays off in the long run. You don't have to choose between the economy and the environment.
Pandemic has forced most companies to shift their digital transformation into fast forward, but many still need to make the shift to survive. Three Fonds experts give us an update.
The manufacturing industry is entering its fourth great wave, one where artificial intelligence and communication help machines make productivity gains while increasing the value of workers' roles. Two Fonds experts weigh in.
Quebec's food autonomy is desirable on the economic, social and environmental levels, as long as it can be passed on to future generations, explain two of our experts.
Almost all conditions are "go" for the electrification of most commercial vehicles by 2030. That is, if there’s a will and a way...
Who are you really? It’s a question that preoccupies philosophers but also experts in digital identity, the cornerstone of cybersecurity.
A successful business succession starts by addressing pessimism and preconceived ideas.
No company is really immune to cyberattacks. Here are some tips to protect your business.
Investors, entrepreneurs and scientists all working together will help build Québec's economic prosperity.
Whether you're a new or a long-time member of a board of directors, it's good to remember some basic principles of successful governance.
What are the winning conditions for a company to succeed in this process?
The results of Leger's survey shed light on the impacts of the pandemic and the state of innovation among SMEs.
Installing new equipment, switching to cleaner energy, reducing waste, integrating recycled materials, adopting the circular model: energy transition projects come in different types and sizes. How can we support local businesses in their green efforts? Two of the Fonds' experts weigh in.
The pandemic has not slowed down mergers and acquisitions in any way; quite the opposite. In such an environment, here are a few tips from our experts to help you see clearly.
While international trade has slowed due to the pandemic, now is the time for Québec entrepreneurs to explore their export opportunities. Two Fonds de solidarité FTQ experts share their perspective on the opportunities to come.
Integrating technology is now essential to remaining competitive and meeting ever-changing demand.
Québec businesses have the advantage of using 100% renewable electricity, still they need to reap the business benefits. Here are two companies whose energy transitions get high marks all around.
The Québec economy is going through an awkward phase: recovery tinged with uncertainty. Let's explore a few scenarios in the new business environment.
In the business world of the "before" times, the preferred places to network were social events. Then everything went 100% digital during the pandemic… and with it came unexpected efficiencies.
Seed certification, field monitoring, segregation at harvest, quality control to specifications: from rigorous start to meticulous finish, the very nature of "identity preserved" soybean production makes it the poster child for food traceability.
Miralis, a Rimouski-based manufacturer of refined high-quality kitchens, is poised for expansion and increased innovation thanks to a major investment from the Bas-Saint-Laurent's Fonds régionaux de solidarité FTQ. The investment is the largest in the regional fund's history, with a value of nearly 20% of the company's shares.
Epsylon has recently secured financing with the Fonds régionaux de solidarité de Québec (FRS), which allows it to remain competitive in Québec, and internationally.
Now a well-known Montreal-based company, Cook it has been on the upswing for the past few years. The Fonds de solidarité FTQ is proud to have made a new investment that will allow Cook it to keep up with its impressive growth
The Fonds makes an early investment in Congruence Therapeutics to help improve quality of life for those affected by rare Diseases.
The pandemic notwithstanding, the goal of the Fonds de solidarité FTQ has always been to support Québec businesses in their growth and market development plans. It was for that matter thanks to the Fonds that Abipa became an international player in the aerospace field while at the same time helping to revitalize the industry. Let’s shed some light on the double impact of this historical transaction.
By investing in the consulting engineering firm GCM Consultants, the Fonds is supporting the next generation of local engineers, while contributing to accelerate Quebec's technological and energy transition. The company's management team and our investment director in charge of the transaction discuss this double impact.
FLO|AddÉnergie, a company specializing in electric vehicle charging stations, is a manufacturer, network manager and software developer all in one. The three areas of expertise give it a huge advantage in the promising North American electrification market, and the Fonds is proud to be financing its efforts.
How much does it take to maintain momentum in a time of crisis? As Pelican International moves through various stages of their meteoric growth, they talk about how, beyond money, the Fonds has been there for them in the aftermath of a major acquisition - on the cusp of the global pandemic.
In the transportation industry, Groupe Robert stands out for its avant-gardism and its strategic spirit. This explains in part why the Fonds has been a partner of the company since 1993, one of the longest collaborations in its history. Michel Robert, the company's president, talks about his relationship with the Fonds and the benefits of their energy efficiency initiatives.
For 76 years, Mercier Industries has specialized in the manufacturing of spare parts equipment and industrial tools. With deep roots in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region, this family business received a first investment from the Fonds régionaux, which will ensure its growth and therefore benefit the entire region.
