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		<title>Canadian Small Business Financing Act</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/canadian-small-business-financing-act/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Canada Small Business Financing Program seeks to increase the availability of loans for establishing, expanding, modernizing and improving small businesses. Under the program, a small business must apply for a loan at a financial institution (bank or credit union) of its choice. If the loan is granted by the financial institution, the federal government [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Small Business Financing</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/488/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 23:29:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for money to fund the growth of your small business in Ontario?
Mentor Works Business Coaching has a wealth of information and expertise to help you. Our principle, Bernadeen McLeod, is up to date on the latest grants, loans and other financial aid to help with your business expansion.
If your industrial business (i.e. produce a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Leadership and Self-Awareness of Strengths</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/leadership-and-self-awareness-of-strengths/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/leadership-and-self-awareness-of-strengths/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:30:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Business & Executive Coaching]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[bottom line results]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=481</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Return on Investment (ROI) is always cited at meetings before strategies are agreed to. What is the return of this product line, market segment, sales distribution network, new production equipment, marketing budget, inventory dollars or pending software program? And yet, how often do we invest or discuss in the ROI of our people &#8211; or [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Innovation Training &#8211; Government Funding for Small Business</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/innovation-training-government-funding-for-small-business/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/innovation-training-government-funding-for-small-business/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:46:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=464</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Announced on Nov. 30th, 2009, FedDev has provided an intake of funds to the Yves Landry Foundation for Southern Ontario SME&#8217;s. To apply for this maximum contribution of $50k, you must be in business for at least 3 years in Ontario, have between 15-1500 employees and have a product for sale. This government funding mechanism [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Government Funding for Hiring Graduates</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/government-funding-for-hiring-graduates/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/government-funding-for-hiring-graduates/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:19:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Financing]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=458</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[New funding mechanism to support small business, with a maximum contribution of $30,000, for the financial support of hiring a graduate. The funding must be applied to hire a recent graduate in their area expertise for business development, marketing plans or technical development for a period of six months or greater.
Through Human Resources and Skills [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Federal Government Taking Action to Help Small Businesses</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/federal-government-taking-action-to-help-small-businesses/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/federal-government-taking-action-to-help-small-businesses/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Jan 2010 21:02:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Government Funding]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[e-business]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[internship program]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[productivity improvements]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[This new government funding program, Small Business Internship Program (SBIP) will provide Canadian small businesses financial support to hire student interns to adopt an active e-business strategy.
The government funding for small business owners supports new information and communications technologies. The financial support is to allow business owners to take advantage of the possibilities offered by [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Export Market Access &#8211; FAQ&#8217;s on Eligible Projects</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/export-market-access-faqs-on-eligible-projects/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/export-market-access-faqs-on-eligible-projects/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:54:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=454</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Through FEDDEV Ontario, SME&#8217;s are able to improve their position in accessing new markets to China and Hong Kong, India and the US marketplace. The EMA program will provide funding up to 50% of a project&#8217;s eligible costs to a maximum of $30,000 per project.
From my research, the most popular activities include:

Booth Rental
Related Exhibition costs [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Yves Landry Training Initiative Continues</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/yves-landry-training-initiative-continues/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/yves-landry-training-initiative-continues/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:41:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=451</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Five weeks ago, I shared with you with the Yves Landry federal funding mechanism to support training for innovation and process flow improvements. This $50k funding contribution is still open to accept preliminary applications and training expenses can be incurred till June 30, 2010 (formerly limited to March 31, 2010). So if you have not [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Export Market Access Program</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/export-market-access-program/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/export-market-access-program/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:16:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=431</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Through FedDev Ontario, small and medium sized enterprises will be able to improve their position in global markets with focus on two trade missions &#8211; one to China and Hong Kong, and one to India.
With the further investment of funding of $1.6M, the extension to the EMA program will provide up to 50% of a project&#8217;s [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Funding Mechanism from Government</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/small-business-financing-contribution-mechanism/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/small-business-financing-contribution-mechanism/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 17 Jan 2010 14:18:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=404</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There is a new contribution mechanism, for industrial businesses incorporated in Canada, with eligibility criteria on the ability of  SME&#8217;s to grow and generate profits through the development and commercialization of innovative or technology-driven, new or improved products, services or processes.
Here is a small list of projects that are eligible to a maximum contribution of $50,000:

Assessment of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Community Adjustment Fund &#8211; Last Call for Submissions</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/community-adjustment-fund-last-call-for-submissions/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/community-adjustment-fund-last-call-for-submissions/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 02:13:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[bottom line results]]></category>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=449</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The second Intake of CAF provides support to SME’s in Southern Ontario through a federal loan mechanism, at zero percent for 10 years. Community Adjustment Fund will prioritize manufacturing communities that depend on a single industry and has a population of less than $250,000, and supports economic recovery and job creation. The focus is on [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Going Global &#8211; Funding for Doing Business Abroad</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/going-global-funding-for-doing-business-abroad/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/going-global-funding-for-doing-business-abroad/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 22:26:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=447</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Dedicated to innovation, science and technology-based companies, Global Commerce Support Program provides support for accessing funding sources from Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT).  The objective is to promote and enhance Canada’s international innovation efforts by pursuing collaborative opportunities through the development of partnerships in other countries and economies with the key players.
Going Global [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Communicating with Twitter</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/communicating-with-twitter/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/communicating-with-twitter/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 20:47:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=444</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[As a firm believer of at least five different marketing strategies, here is a great example of my journey with Twitter and how I explored the potential benefits. I created a profile in Spring of 2009, and then investigated its&#8217; use to spread the word about business resources that  I have compiled.
Here is the proof that it is worth building [...]]]></description>
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		<title>AIME &#8211; Yves Landry Foundation, Training for Innovation</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/aime-yves-landry-foundation-training-for-innovation/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/aime-yves-landry-foundation-training-for-innovation/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 2009 04:17:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=438</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[
Announced on Nov. 30th, 2009, FedDev has provided an intake of funds to the Yves Landry Foundation for Southern Ontario SME&#8217;s. To apply for this maximum contribution of $50k, you must be in business for at least 3 years in Ontario, have between 15-1500 employees and have a product for sale. This mechanism will support [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Small Business Financing</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/p413/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/p413/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:06:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://mentorworks.ca/?p=413</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Looking for money to fund the growth or start up of your small business in Ontario?
Mentor Works Business Coaching has a wealth of information and expertise to help you. Our principle, Bernadeen McLeod, is up to date on the latest grants, loans and other financial aid to help with your business launch and/or expansion.
Contact us [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Food and Beverage Processors &#8211; Government Support</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/food-and-beverage-processors-government-support/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/food-and-beverage-processors-government-support/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:51:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[FedDev Ontario will now accept applications under the Southern Ontario Development Program (SODP) for projects submitted by small- and medium- sized businesses involved in the manufacturing and processing of food and beverages.
The contribution mechanism expressed as a zero percent, interest-free loan for usually a 10 year time period provides the opportunity for SME&#8217;s to innovate, [...]]]></description>
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		<title>More Federal Grant Money</title>
		<link>http://mentorworks.ca/more-federal-grant-money/</link>
		<comments>http://mentorworks.ca/more-federal-grant-money/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:41:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[IRAP and Youth Employment Program
Through Canada&#8217;s Economic Action Plan, the federal government is providing additional funding to the National Research Council&#8217;s Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP) to enable it to temporarily expand its initiatives for small and medium-sized enterprises. NRC-IRAP will receive total additional funding of $200 million over two years, starting in 2009-2010. From this [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Rural Development Fund &#8211; Community Futures</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:50:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As part of the Government of Canada’s Economic Action Plan to mitigate the impacts of the economic downturn, FedDev Ontario has commissioned the Wellington Waterloo Community Futures Development Corporation (WWCFDC) to receive applications for the Community Futures Rural Development Fund.
This is a two-year stimulus program providing $450,000 for the region in its initial year (2009) and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Keep Going &#8211; Promise Your Best</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 21:00:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you watch this video What Coaching is All About,  ask yourself these questions:

How do you use your influence?
Are you currently playing to your strengths?
Can your team count on you?
Are you in the end zone?

If you need accountability Facing Your Giants, coaching will serve you well. What is holding you back?
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		<title>See Yourself as Others See You</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:39:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bernadeen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Eric Schmidt, the CEO of Google, sums it up well with these comments. Here is a quick portion of his interview: Everyone Needs A Coach.
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