Food and beverage processing is Canada’s second largest manufacturing sector, accounting for 17% of the country’s annual manufacturing shipments. With more than 190 countries serving as export destinations for these products, Canadian firms are well positioned for international growth. With foreign demand continuing to increase, businesses should take advantage of new opportunities becoming available. Fortunately…
Mentor Works has been hard at work over the last month to help connect small businesses with Canadian government grant funding opportunities. In an ongoing effort to be as accessible to you, we are pleased to offer a variety of small business funding workshops and webinars that provide specific details for Ontario small business grants…
As the Spin Master Innovation Fund manages its fifth consecutive round, Futurpreneur Canada and widely known toy company Spin Master Ltd. are collaborating to help startups who have been in operation for under 12 months. Also in association with the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), the Spin Master Innovation Fund will provide successful applicants…
The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) and Mentor Works are hosting a free event in Vaughan, Ontario on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 focused on growing your business through export expansion and capital equipment adoption. Financing and cash flow planning are popular topics when it comes to international sales and business scaling. Mentor Works will…
The BDC Young Entrepreneur Award contest is presently accepting applications from eligible Canadian entrepreneurs. Applications are open to candidates aged 18-35 in Canada seeking to expand their business through innovation. Applications are now being accepted until March 18, 2015. Two prizes are available to the contest winners. Grand Prize: $100,000 towards implementation of the entrepreneur’s…
The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is dedicated to supporting business’ strategic advancement in the marketplace through financing options. One such option is focused on providing competitive financing options for ICT purchases, including hardware, software, and IT consulting services. BDC Information and Communication Technology Financing Details This program offers up to $500,000 as a…
In order to stay competitive in the modern business economy, companies must invest in R&D activities and adopt new technologies. Most companies incorporated in Canada have the opportunity to receive financing for these activities via the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)’s Working Capital Loan. This long-term financing option complements businesses’ existing line of credit…
This annual event offers entrepreneurs and business leaders the tools, insight and inspiration to lead their businesses through their next stage of growth. Additionally, attendees will have the chance to connect with leaders of as many as 200 small to mid-sized tech enterprises as well as the event’s corporate sponsors. Gearing Up for Growth –Event…
The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is offering young entrepreneurs a chance to claim up to $100,000 in start-up funding through their annual Young Entrepreneur Competition. BDC Canada Funding for Start-ups Competition Details BDC’s annual start-up funding competition is again setting aside $25,000 and $100,000 for Canadian small businesses owned by youth that plan…
The Canadian Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) supports new business ventures and provides new small business owners with post-launch resources that will help these entrepreneurs remain focused and maintain a long-term success. Post-Launch Resources Overview There are several resources the CYBF provides new entrepreneurs: Business Resources: There are many great tips and information on the Online…