7 Funding Mechanisms to Assist Energy Projects

Please Note: Many of the programs listed in this article have closed since the blog’s original posting. To explore Canadian government funding programs currently available, please browse our small business funding directory. Operations managers of energy companies are constantly looking for ways to reduce costs and maximize operational efficiencies within their companies. The following seven…

Regional Funding Resources – Top 5 Smart Development Programs

Are you looking for help financing your business, but having difficulty covering the expenses through conventional financing channels? There are several regional funding resources at your disposal to aid your business. These development programs aim to help businesses and create jobs to help the local economy. We, here at Mentor Works, have outlined a few…

Tax Credits – Taking Advantage of Government Initiatives

Do you need help financing new business initiatives? Governmental tax credits can help your company grow, while keeping your debt-to-equity ratio under control. Mentor Works has compiled a few great tax credit programs that can help your business thrive: Apprenticeship Employer Signing Bonus This is a great tax credit to help you expand your human…

How to Receive up to $3000 in Tax Credits for Hiring a Co-op Student

Did you know that businesses in Ontario are able to receive up to $3000 in tax credits to help with the hiring of a post-secondary co-op student? The Ontario Ministry of Revenue provides businesses with a tax credit for up to $2000 and small businesses with a tax credit of up to $3000. The size…

First Job Grant Provides Businesses $40K Towards Hiring a Tech Grad

The technology sector is advancing at blazing speeds. It is becoming increasingly difficult to stay competitive with the increasing amount of innovations, especially for small businesses. Ontario businesses are being offered an opportunity to shave off some human resource expenses with the Ontario Centres of Excellence’s First Job program. Similar programs with funding available include…

Wage Subsidy Available for IT Employers

If you are an information technology company looking to expand your human capital, the Information and Communications Technology Council’s (ICTC) Career Focus Program can help. What is it? The Career Focus Program was created to encourage the hiring of recent IT graduates by providing the employing company with a wage subsidy. The subsidy covers 1/3…

Learn About Key Tax and Business Programs in Ontario

If you are a small business in Ontario, there are several opportunities to attend a free one-day Tax Information Forum (TIF) event, focused on educating companies about key tax and business programs administered in Ontario. The TIF will host several seminars, informational booths, and opportunities to speak directly with Ontario Governmental specialists. Dates and Locations…

6 Financial Planning Tools to Keep Your Business on Track

Business is a numbers game, but it’s comforting to know that you have some aces up your sleeve to keep your financial responsibilities from overwhelming you. Here are my 6 top financial lifesavers that should help to make your accounting a breeze: 1. Payroll Deductions On-Line Calculator Brought to you by the Canadian Revenue Agency…

Discover 11 Focuses on Commercializing Innovations

In a couple of weeks, the Ontario Centres of Excellence will hold a two-day conference, hosting hundreds of exhibitors, as well as world-class keynote speakers and attractions all focused on developing for the future. The event hopes to network like-minded individuals, encourage innovation, and showcase the latest research and development projects and industry trends. Innovations…

Attend the Chick-fil-A Leadercast in Cambridge

On Friday, the Atlanta leadership event, Chick-fil-A Leadercast, will be shown in Cambridge, Ontario. The event will be broadcasted live to hundreds of venues around the world, showcasing some of the top global business leaders. If you are looking for insight on how to advance your skills through positive leadership, this is an event that…