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Business funding in La Sarre: the census picture and a worked example.

Census figures, the industries that drive La Sarre, local programs and a worked example in Canadian dollars.

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7,358Residents, 2021
1.0%Change since 2016
$59,600Median household income
QCProvince

Funding for La Sarre businesses

Yes. Businesses in La Sarre, Quebec can apply for a merchant cash advance, a business cash advance or revenue-based financing, and the application is reviewed on the same terms as anywhere else in Canada. With 7,358 residents at the 2021 Census and 1.0% change since 2016, La Sarre is a smaller city in Quebec.

The census shows health care as the leading private sector at 18.5% of local jobs, followed by retail and mining, oil and gas.

Key figures for La Sarre

Population, 20217,358
Population, 20167,282
Change, 2016 to 20211.0%
Land area148.4 km²
Population density49.6 per km²
Median age50.4
Median household income$59,600
Participation rate56.8%
Unemployment rate, 20216.0%
Self-employed share8.6%
Census divisionAbitibi-Ouest

All figures: Statistics Canada 2021 Census (income figures refer to 2020).

Choosing a structure in La Sarre

Three structures cover most La Sarre requests:

Related: Medical clinics, Dental practices, Retail, Grocery stores, Equipment rental.

The La Sarre economy, by industry

Employment by industry is the best public picture of what a local economy sells. In La Sarre, the six largest private sectors look like this next to the Quebec average:

Industry (NAICS)La SarreQC
Health care and social assistance18.5%14.2%
Retail trade13.0%11.8%
Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction11.4%0.6%
Manufacturing8.1%10.3%
Construction5.8%6.8%
Other services, such as repair and personal care5.0%4.4%

Compared with the province, La Sarre is unusually concentrated in mining, oil and gas (11.4% of jobs versus 0.6% provincially). Local suppliers, trades and service firms often ride the same cycle. A second, smaller concentration is health care (18.5% of local workers).

A worked example from La Sarre

Sample numbers, CAD

A heavy-equipment repair shop in La Sarre with about $59,000 in monthly deposits takes $47,000 to take a supplier's volume discount at a 1.18 factor rate, for a total payback of $55,460 over about 7 months. That works out to roughly $1,830 a week, or about 13% of monthly deposits; the cost is fixed at $8,460 however quickly it is repaid on schedule.

Example only; approval is never guaranteed. Check your numbers with the Canada Funding Readiness Score.

How the year runs for La Sarre businesses

Resource work runs on commodity prices and project schedules more than the calendar. Service firms carry large receivables between invoices. Cold months shift La Sarre work indoors and pause outdoor projects.

Time a request before the busy season, not in the middle of the slow one.

Grants, agencies and networks for La Sarre

If timing is the issue, see how to bridge a government payment without stalling a La Sarre project.

Getting funded in La Sarre: the process

Our team is not located in La Sarre. You apply online and talk to a specialist by phone or email.

Funders typically look for about $20,000 or more deposited each month. Twelve months of history and limited negative days are the other usual markers. Credit is read too: 500 and up is considered, 600+ is stronger. Every file is judged on its own. Documents are light: application and recent bank statements. Ready? Begin the application. Questions: (305) 384-8391.

Nearby communities

Closest guides to La Sarre, as the crow flies: Rouyn-Noranda (64 km), Amos (84 km), Val-d'Or (130 km), Saint-Boniface (351 km), Chibougamau (371 km).

The Quebec overview lists every QC community we cover.

Sources

  1. Census Profile 2021: La Sarre
  2. Census Profile 2021: Quebec
  3. StatCan table 98-10-0002-01
  4. Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)
  5. Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec

As of October 2026.

Common questions

Do you fund La Sarre businesses?

Yes. Owners in La Sarre apply online and are reviewed on the same criteria as the rest of Quebec.

How many people live in La Sarre?

The 2021 Census counted 7,358 people in La Sarre, a 1.0% change from 2016.

What are the main industries in La Sarre?

Health care, retail and mining, oil and gas employ the most people; mining, oil and gas stands out against Quebec.

Which regional development agency serves La Sarre?

Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED). It funds projects; for working capital, private funding moves faster.

Can I apply without meeting in person?

No office visit is required. La Sarre applications are handled online and by phone.

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