Canadian Government Funding for Temporary Work Placements

The Federal Internship for Newcomers (FIN) Program is a relatively new Canadian Government funding incentive that provides new Canadians with valuable temporary work experience with federal government departments. Federal Internship for Newcomers Program Eligible candidates will be hired for 90 business days and may be provided the option of extending their internships for an additional…

Employment Services Program for Hiring Skilled Employees

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…

HootSuite: Maximize Your Social Media Efforts

Marketing has shifted from a one-way communication effort from marketing firms, towards a seamless conversation between the company and its target market. Social media has made marketing a fluid, transparent public relations effort that should not be ignored. However, there are many social media platforms available and businesses find it difficult to stay active on…

Canadian Business Grants for Northern Ontario Start-Ups

The Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor) has teamed up with Innovation Initiatives Ontario North (IION) to develop the Step Forward Entrepreneurs Program (SFEP). SFEP offers non-repayable grant funding for small business owners in Northern Ontario to expand their sales and product offerings through several funded activities. Step Forward Entrepreneurs Program (SFEP) –…

Canadian Government Funding for Research and Development Projects

The Waterloo Region is home of some of the most innovative companies, organizations, and institutions in the country.  The key to the region’s success is their ability to invest in innovation and develop new products and services through scientific research and experimental development. The Canadian Government realizes the potential of the region and offers several…

Growing Forward 2 Policy Provides Canadian Agricultural Funding for Small Business

CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO–(Dec. 19, 2012) – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) recently announced three new Canadian Government funding programs that will come into effect on April 1, 2013 under the funding umbrella Growing Forward 2. The announcement addressed important questions mentioned in our previous article on the potential funding changes in the New Growing Forward 2 Policy Framework….

Web Development Funding for Small Business

The face of the modern business community is changing, and in today’s web-based culture, it is near impossible for a business to thrive without an online presence.  As Google replaces the Yellow Pages, search engines become a global business directory and a ‘one-stop-shop’ for users scouring the Internet for wants and needs. Without an established…

Preliminary Overview of the New AgriInnovation Program (AIP)

Preliminary Overview of the New AgriInnovation Program (AIP)

The AgriInnovation Program (AIP) is one of three new programs that were announced earlier this month at the Canadian Government funding conference announcing the New Growing Forward 2 Policy Framework. AgriInnovation will support research institutions and Canadian SMEs with the development and commercialization of new and innovative agri-food/agriculture related products and technologies. AgriInnovation Program Details…

Deadline: Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence Program

For the past six years, the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) has awarded the Premier’s Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence to Ontario’s leading innovators in the agri-food sector.  The award provides cash prizes ranging from $5k – $75k to 50 individual award winners as recognition for their accomplishments and to leverage…

CYBF Post-Launch Resources

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…