The Mentor Works Ltd. team is dedicated to providing you with industry-leading knowledge of Canadian government funding programs. Whether you’re seeking small business funding grants, loans, tax incentives, or other funding vehicles, you can trust that Mentor Works understands the programs and knows how to position your business to secure the highest amount of funding…
Small businesses are a critical element of Canada’s economy, to say otherwise would be a gross understatement. Small businesses in Canada account for nearly a third of the nation’s GDP, employ nearly half of the labour force, and are responsible for over 3 quarters of the country’s exports. Unfortunately, Statistics Canada (StatsCan) will also have…
In Part 2 we explore the benefits of various CRM systems and help determine which one you should select as your CRM. (Read about common CRM Misconceptions in Part 1/2). Benefits of a CRM System: Each CRM software vendor makes a convincing case that their product is the best solution for your business growth strategy. As a…
SAP, Oracle, IBM, Salesforce, Salesnet, SugarCRM, Pipeline, and PipeDrive. These are a small sampling of the CRM vendors available on the market, each offering various solutions, bundles, and tiers. Undeniably, the selection process alone is a challenge, compounded by horror stories of implementation, adoption, and carrying costs. However even a basic CRM solution can provide…
View more recent Hiring & Training Programs Employment Ontario provides networking services and Canadian Government funding for small business to attract, train, and hire unemployed Ontarians looking for valuable work experience. The Employment Service program is one of many Canadian Government Incentives for Hiring & Training Skilled Workers. Employment Services for Businesses Looking to Hire…
Statistics Canada defines businesses with fewer than 500 employees as Small-Medium Sized Enterprises (SME), whereas firms with 500 or more employees are classified as “large” businesses.” An overwhelming number of businesses in Canada fall under the SME category, with 98% of the overall Canadian private business sector standing at less than 100 employees. As of…
The Ontario Power Authority (OPA) has introduced the saveONenergy initiative, which provides funding for small business and household improvements to reduce and manage annual electricity consumption. As mentioned in one of our previous articles regarding the Canadian Government Funding Grants to Green Your Business, the saveONenergy programs support the implementation of energy saving measures by…
Editor’s Note: Details of the Canada Summer Jobs program are subject to change at any time; details on this page were accurate as of the posting date. To learn about current program details, please contact Mentor Works or visit canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/youth-summer-job. As a part of the Ontario Youth Action Plan, the Ontario Ministry of Children and Youth…
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) has opened a call for proposals from small businesses looking to receive Canadian Government funding for business accessibility improvements through the small project component of the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF). This program provides financial incentives for results-oriented projects across Canada that look to increase the accessibility of businesses…
Dan Lawrie Insurance Brokers Ltd. is hosting a complimentary breakfast seminar that will delve into the topic of whether your company’s directors and officers are protected from liability issues. This company offers a range of personal and corporate insurance products and has become one of the largest insurance organizations in Southern Ontario. What Is Director…