Business Resources
We have gathered an extensive collection of online resources to share with you on a wide range of topics to help sources all relevant information when planning and financing a business. Contact us today to learn more by emailing shannonw@pace-cf.on.ca
Frequently Asked Questions: Canadian Grants & Loans
Many Indigenous, rural and remote communities use diesel or fossil fuels for heat and power. Diesel is a well-known and reliable energy source, however, it can also impact communities and the environment. The transition to clean energy continues to be important to Indigenous communities and the Government of Canada as we work together towards reconciliation.An additional $300 million is available until 2027 for your clean energy projects. These projects can help advance Indigenous-led climate action, support local economic development and create skilled jobs while reducing pollution and improving air quality.
Who can Apply?
- First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities, governments, development corporations and organizations
- Canadian businesses and not-for-profit organizations
- Provincial, territorial, regional or municipal government organizations
Indigenous Economic Development in Northern Ontario
Information and links to funding programs offered by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, other federal programs and initiatives, as well as additional supports that can help your business and community grow.
Indigenous economic development in Northern Ontario (canada.ca)
Northern Ontario Exports Program – Ontario’s North Economic Development Corporation (ONEDC)
The Northern Ontario Exports program provides timely financial assistance and targeted training to help export-ready small and medium enterprises, industry associations, and not-for-profit organizations from across Northern Ontario to kick open the doors to new markets.
The program team can be reached at:
Jenni Myllynen, Program Manager, 249-377-9018, jenni.myllynen@greatersudbury.ca
Nicolas Mora, Technical Coordinator, 705-674-4455 x1448
http://investnorthernontario.com
Business Benefits Finder-Ontario
Find the right programs and services, whether you're starting out or scaling up your business.
Canada.ca - Business Benefits Finder
Mentor Works
Canadian Business Startup Resources
https://www.mentorworks.ca/startup-resources/
Mentor Works - Develope and Submit Funding Applications
Learn your options to develope and submit funding applications for business owners.
https://web.mentorworks.ca/funding-process
Innovation Canada - Government of Canada
Business advice, driving new collaborations, and funding these programs and services are designed to help businesses create new jobs, innovate, and grow Canada's economy.
BizPal-Permits & Licences
Bizpal streamlines which permits and licencing you will need to start a small business in Canada, and make sure you get it right the first time.
IRAP Youth Employment Program (YEP)
Receive up to $30,000 per Graduate in Grant Funding. The IRAP Youth Employment Program (YEP) was designed to assist funding of hiring young Canadian post-secondary graduates. Graduate can be applied to most areas from business development to technical to customer service/administration.
https://www.mentorworks.ca/government-funding
Government Of Ontario-Rural and North
Information about Northern Ontario, agriculture and local food. Learn about funding programs that support rural, northern and indigenous communities.
Small Business Centres Ontario
SBCO have E-learning, Events, Webinars, and Services for small businesses. No matter what stage you are in with your business, they are here to help.
Ontario Small Business - SBC Ontario
Fednor - Northern Ontario Development Program
Open to municipalities and Indigenous Communities in NWO
Community Investment Initiative for Northern Ontario (CIINO) (canada.ca)
Ontario Trillium Foundation Grants
Resilient Communities Fund Resources
Community Investment Grants
Youth Opportunities Fund
Community Building Fund
Third-Party and Other Funders
Small Business Center Ontario - Web Events
https://www.sbcontario.ca/events/
Funding and Assistance in new programs
Next Level Program with NWO Innovation Centre
Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre - Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre (nwoinnovation.ca)
New Business and Business Plans
Steps to starting a business and how to create a business plan
canada.ca/en/services/business/start.html
sbs-spe.feddevontario.canada.ca/business-plan-guide
Trailblazer program from Northwestern Ontario Innovation Centre
The Trail Blazer program is a program for early-stage startups. The program is designed to take you through the necessary steps to identify your market and validate your idea.
nwoinnovation.ca/trailblazer
BDC - Steps to Starting a Business or Buying a Business
Business Plan Essentials – Start Up Planning
PARO & GoForth Institute Online Education
https://paro.ca/events/
https://www.goforthinstitute.com/training
Money & Finance Resources:
Finance Resources from BDC
bdc.ca/en/articles-tools/money-finance
Small & Medium Enterprises
NOW Program - for small to medium enterprises
https://lambac.org/now/
Small Business/Entrepreneurial Resources from BDC
https://www.bdc.ca/en/articles-tools/business-strategy-planning
Business Toolkit & Assessment
https://www.bdc.ca/en
Financial survival techniques for entrepreneurs
Finance (cpacanada.ca)
Innovator Membership Program
nwoinnovation.ca/innovator-member
Tips for Entrepreneurs - How to thrive in tough times
https://www.bdc.ca/en/articles-tools
Business Women and Young Entrepreneurs:
Enterprising Women
Home | Paro Centre
Business to Business (B2B) Vendor Database - PARO
paro.ca/b2b-vendor-database
Resources from BDC for young entrepreneurs
bdc.ca/i-am/young-entrepreneur
Technology:
Soft Landing: Scale From Home program
nwoinnovation.ca/soft-landing-from-home
Digital Main Street - Future Proof
Digital Main Street - Transforming Bricks-and-Mortar | Digital Main Street