- 01How do I buy a retail business in Quebec?
- The acquisition follows 6 confidential steps: NDA signing, access to the Confidential Information Memorandum, Letter of Intent (LOI), due diligence, financing, and closing. CompagniesBrokers represents the seller and guides qualified buyers at each stage of the retail acquisition in Quebec.
- 02How many retail businesses are for sale in Quebec?
- We currently have 2 published mandates in this segment in Quebec. Most retail mandates remain off-market — contact us under NDA to access the full inventory.
- 03What is the typical price range for a retail business in Quebec?
- Retail mandates in Quebec typically range from $500K to $50M CAD, valued on normalized BAIIA (EBITDA) and sector multiples. A 25% personal equity contribution is generally required for bank financing and the MIFI Stream 3 Entrepreneur Program.
- 04Can an international buyer acquire a retail business in Quebec?
- Yes. Acquiring a Quebec retail business that meets the MIFI thresholds ($300K in CMM, $150K outside CMM) can lead to permanent residence via the Stream 3 Entrepreneur Program. CompagniesBrokers coordinates with immigration counsel for international buyers in Quebec.
- 05Is the transaction confidential?
- Every retail mandate in Quebec is NDA-protected. Seller identity, financials and customer lists are only disclosed to qualified buyers after signature. CompagniesBrokers enforces strict information control throughout the process.