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Chemical

BACKGROUND

The chemical industry is an important component of Québec’s manufacturing sector, supplying critical industrial sectors such as pulp and paper, mining and transportation. It is highly diversified, comprising some 40 sub-sectors and upwards of 300 companies, most of which specialize in maintenance products, paint, adhesives, cosmetics and sealants.

INDUSTRY CHALLENGES

In order to ensure its long-term growth and to maintain its advantageous market position, the chemical industry will have to address the following challenges:

  • Pursue R&D initiatives;
  • Create products with more added value;
  • Modernize installations.

WHERE THE FONDS FITS IN

The Fonds de solidarité FTQ leverages its expertise, capital and vast network to:

  • Provide financial and strategic support to companies seeking to maximize their growth;
  • Allow companies to capitalize on market opportunities to develop value-creating projects;
  • Help create and keep jobs in Québec.
INVESTMENT PRIORITIES

FINANCING

The Fonds offers solutions tailored to your needs.

FINANCING SOLUTIONS

The Fonds tailors its offer to match the individual needs of its partner companies. We offer patient capital that takes into account the challenges businesses face and the time they need to see their projects to fruition. 

Our flexible financing options include:

  • Equity financing (common or preferred shares)
  • Unsecured debt, requiring no collateral (debenture)
FINANCING CRITERIA

The Fonds gives priority to businesses that satisfy, among others, the following criteria:

  • Competent, dynamic and credible teams with operating experience;
  • Shareholders and officers receptive to investors, alliances and partnerships; 
  • Sound business plans and concepts;
  • Promising market and profitability outlook;
  • Competitive advantages;
  • Preservation and creation of lasting jobs.

A SPECIALIZED TEAM

There are many advantages to partnering with our team, including:

  • Solid expertise in the chemical industry;
  • Financing tailored to your needs;
  • A multidisciplinary, seasoned and available team;
  • Strategic support in the short, medium and long terms;
  • Proactive and close by.

INVOLVEMENT IN THE INDUSTRY

The Fonds is actively involved in the cheminal industry.

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS

The Fonds de solidarité FTQ has investments in:

  • Association pour le développement et l'innovation en chimie au Québec (ADICQ)  

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