Reseau des SADC et CAE is a network of non-profit organizations dedicated to economic development in Quebec, Canada. It comprises 57 Societes daide au developpement des collectivites (SADC) and 10 Centres daide aux entreprises (CAE). These organizations have been working together for over 37 years to support local projects and businesses, fostering prosperous communities across Quebec[1][3]. ### Key Activities and Impact - Support for Businesses and Projects: The network assists and finances over 10,000 businesses and more than 1,000 local projects annually, investing approximately $70 million each year[3]. - Economic Development: They focus on promoting local economic growth, supporting start-ups, and helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with growth strategies[3]. - Financial Resources: The network manages assets worth $265 million for investment purposes[1]. - Recent Funding: In 2024, they received a significant financial commitment of $245 million from the Canadian government to enhance their capabilities and support rural economic development[3]. ### Initiatives and Partnerships - Youth Entrepreneurship: The network has initiatives to encourage young people to stay in or return to their regions, promoting an entrepreneurial spirit among youth[2][5]. - Government Partnerships: They collaborate closely with Developpement economique Canada pour les regions du Quebec (DEC) to support regional economic development[3].