Entrepreneurial Support Through Grants and Financing

GrantID: 17229

Grant Funding Amount Low: $9,999

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant Amount High: $99,999

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Summary

This grant opportunity is designed to support entrepreneurs and emerging business owners who are seeking financial assistance to start, grow, or strengthen a commercially viable venture. Funding is intended to reduce financial barriers and help applicants move forward with projects that demonstrate long-term sustainability, income generation, and economic impact. The grant is typically paired with other forms of financing, allowing recipients to strengthen their overall funding structure while minimizing debt.


Grant funding is available to eligible applicants operating within a specific Canadian province and is focused on locally based economic activity. The program primarily supports individuals and small businesses rather than nonprofit organizations, with an emphasis on owner-operated enterprises. Applicants are expected to have a clear business plan, contribute some level of personal investment, and demonstrate the ability to manage and sustain the business over time. Funding may be used for eligible start-up or expansion costs such as equipment purchases, leasehold improvements, inventory, or other essential business-related expenses that support growth and operational readiness.


The grant amount can cover a portion of total project costs and may provide up to approximately $100,000 in non-repayable funding, depending on the scope and scale of the project. Awards are structured to encourage responsible financial planning while supporting meaningful progress toward business goals. The funding is awarded on an annual basis and is subject to availability.


Overall, this opportunity is intended to foster entrepreneurship, support economic participation, and encourage self-sufficiency among eligible individuals and small business owners within the designated region. By offering flexible financial support aligned with business development needs, the grant helps recipients turn viable ideas into sustainable operations while contributing to local economic growth.


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Overview

This grant is meant to financially support organizations or entities that focus their efforts on, but not limited to: Business & Commerce, Financial Assistance, Individual, Small Business.