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I help business owners across Canada secure government grants and funding that do not need to be repaid. As an experienced grant writer,…
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Where Canada Builds Business
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2Learn
Practical guides and sessions on building a business here.
3Access
Understand funding pathways and where to find reliable information.
4Grow
Join events designed for introductions and useful conversations.
5Give Back
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Real Estate Entrepreneur | Founder of Findle.global | AI & PropTech Innovator Sam Sharma is a forward-thinking real estate entrepreneur focused on…
Dawinder Singh
Business Analyst | RCIC | Startup Mentor | Angel Investor Dawinder Singh is a dedicated Business Analyst and Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant…
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Resources for Founders
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Ontario Business Support: Find Advice, Mentors, and Startup Resources
Find Ontario business advisers, prepare for a consultation, and turn mentoring, workshops, and official resources into a practical 30-day plan.
Business Registration and Tax Setup in Canada: Founder Essentials
Organise Canadian business registration, CRA account questions, bookkeeping records, and filing reminders with this founder-focused setup guide.
Starting a Business in Canada: A Practical Founder Checklist
A practical Canadian startup checklist covering customer validation, operating plans, registration, permits, and the records to organise before launch.
Funding Information
Understand funding pathways
Venture Capital in Canada: Investor Research and Fundraising Readiness
The Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association publishes industry information for founders considering venture funding.
Angel Investment in Canada: How Founders Can Prepare
The National Angel Capital Organization lists angel groups and resources for founders exploring early-stage investment.
Business Benefits Finder: Find Government Support for Your Business
A Government of Canada tool to search federal, provincial, and territorial programs that may apply to your business.
Founder Stories
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September 17, 2024
The Future of Entrepreneurship: How Canadian Founders Can Find Opportunities
A practical guide for Canadian founders to test business opportunities, evaluate technology, and turn customer evidence into a focused launch plan.
September 17, 2024
Mentorship and Networking for Canadian Startups: A Practical Plan
Find relevant mentors, make focused requests, and build useful founder relationships with this practical networking plan for Canadian startups.
September 17, 2024
CanadaFounders: A Practical Starting Point for Canadian Entrepreneurs
Explore CanadaFounders guides for launching a business, finding official support, researching funding, and building useful founder connections.
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