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Funding Opportunity for Ontario Entrepreneurs:

💰 Funding Opportunity for Ontario Entrepreneurs: Starter Company Plus Grant

Are you an entrepreneur in Ontario looking to start, grow, or expand your business?

Here’s a funding opportunity you don’t want to miss!

🌟 What is the Starter Company Plus Program?

The Starter Company Plus Program is a Government of Ontario–funded initiative delivered through local Small Business Enterprise Centres and economic development organizations across Ontario.

The program is designed to help entrepreneurs build successful businesses by providing:

✅ Business training and workshops

✅ One-on-one mentorship from experienced business advisors

✅ Support in developing a strong business plan

✅ Networking opportunities with other entrepreneurs

✅ The opportunity to pitch for a non-repayable grant of up to $5,000 to help start or grow your business. (Ontario)

📍 Who Can Apply?

Eligibility varies slightly by city or region, but many programs require applicants to:

• Be 18 years or older

• Be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (some municipalities may have additional requirements)

• Own or be starting a business in the region offering the program

• Commit to participating in the required training and mentorship

• Prepare and present a business plan or business pitch

• Meet any local eligibility requirements set by your municipality. (City of Toronto)

📚 Training

Depending on your city or region, the program may include several weeks of business training covering topics such as:

• Business Planning

• Marketing

• Financial Management

• Pricing

• Sales

• Cash Flow

• Branding

• Customer Acquisition

• Legal Basics for Small Businesses

Many municipalities deliver the training over several weeks before participants submit their business plans and pitch for funding. (Kingston Economic Development)

💵 Grant Amount

Successful participants may receive up to $5,000 to invest in eligible business expenses such as:

✔ Equipment

✔ Inventory

✔ Marketing

✔ Website Development

✔ Business Software

✔ Professional Services

✔ Other approved business expenses

Please note that funding is competitive and completion of the training does not automatically guarantee a grant. (City of Toronto)

📢 How to Apply

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