On April 24, our region proudly shone at the regional OSEntreprendre Challenge Gala held in Mirabel. Three local businesses were honoured, once again showcasing the vitality and creativity of our entrepreneurial community.
Business Creation
In the “Services to Individuals” category, Autant-Goûter inc. stood out. Based at the Centre Sportif des Pays-d’en-Haut, this business promotes a menu that’s both delicious and nutritious, featuring organic and fair-trade ingredients. A bold and flavourful project that reflects its founder’s values!
In the “Technological and Technical Innovation” category, AIRMOOD inc. took home top honours with a solution that is both innovative and eco-friendly. The company replaces polyurethane with… air! A unique Québec-made technology designed for sports and outdoor equipment.
Each award recipient received a $1,000 grant to support their business development. What’s more, Autant-Goûter inc. and AIRMOOD inc. will proudly represent our region at the prestigious Desjardins Grand Prize Gala, taking place on June 11 in Québec City.
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- AIRMOOD inc
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- Autant-Goûter inc
Réussite inc.
The Réussite inc. award, which celebrates businesses still active five years after participating in the Challenge, was presented to Café O’Marguerites Cooperative. This award recognizes entrepreneurs whose journey is guided by strong values, sound management, financial impact, and a collaborative spirit. A $5,000 grant was awarded to highlight their outstanding achievements.
The Café O’Marguerites team now faces another exciting challenge: among the 17 regional winners across Québec, only five businesses will be selected for the national grand finale in Québec City. We wish them the very best of luck in the next stage!
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- Café O’Marguerites Solidarity Cooperative
Flexipreneur Award from the SADC and CAE Network
Jean-Sébastien Roy, Executive Director of the SADC des Laurentides, presented the Flexipreneur Award from the SADC and CAE Network to Sherlin Bonnefin, founder of PAM Métal. A business student and entrepreneur leading his own company, Sherlin embodies a new generation of entrepreneurs who skillfully juggle multiple roles while building solid, promising projects.
This award highlights the unique journeys of those who combine entrepreneurship with other responsibilities—work, school, family… A reality that resonates strongly in our region.
About the OSEntreprendre Challenge
The OSEntreprendre Challenge is a major Québec-wide movement that celebrates thousands of entrepreneurial initiatives each year. The “School” component supports youth from elementary to university, while the “Business Creation” component highlights new entrepreneurs. The “Réussite inc.” category recognizes inspiring entrepreneurial journeys, and “Doing Business Together” promotes local procurement models.
The SADC des Laurentides has proudly coordinated the local level of the OSEntreprendre Challenge for 24 years and continues to support new businesses through each stage of the competition.