There’s just one week left to apply for the Starter Company Plus Program.
The program is ideal for entrepreneurs who are starting or expanding a business in Dufferin County.
It will offer training and mentorship, plus an opportunity to earn a $5,000 grant.
Applications will be accepted until Friday, October 28.
About the program
The Starter Company Plus program supports entrepreneurs with:
- one-to-one consultations with a qualified business advisor
- assistance with the development of a business plan using free tools and guidance
- participation in free training, networking and mentoring sessions
- opportunity to apply for a grant of up to $5000
Participation in the program is valid for up to nine months.
Eligibility
To apply for the Starter Company Plus program, you need to be:
- at least 18 years of age at the time of application
- proposing a new company, expansion of an existing company or buying a business in Ontario
- not attending school or returning to school
- a resident of Ontario
- a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- not enrolled in other provincial employment or self-employment related programs that include or do not include financial assistance
- not currently enrolled concurrently in any self-employment or entrepreneurship training/financing programs offered by government funded organizations
- not a past participant of Starter Company Plus
- prepared to commit to a minimum 35 hours per week running the business
- prepared to attend all required training and mentorship meetings
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