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    ASPIRE work-integrated learning initiative

    ​Toronto Finance International
    Access a job-matching platform where you can promote your financial services internships to post-secondary students, and where they can access exclusive business skills development resources that help them transition into your workplace.
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    Aboriginal Youth Entrepreneurship Program

    The Martin Family Initiative
    If you are an entrepreneurial aboriginal student, you could learn how to create a product-based and service-driven business from experienced business mentors.
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    Accelerated Growth Service

    ​Innovation, Science and economic Development Canada
    ​Does your company have annual sales of at least $5 million and show promising growth? You may be eligible for the CED support program.
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    Accélérer la relance des entrepreneures (in French only)

    Réseau des femmes d'affaires du Québec (RFAQ)
    Get coaching in the form of workshops, access to a call for tenders platform and training to accelerate your growth, your revenues and the profitability of your business owned by at least 25% by women.
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    Advance Payments Program (Agriculture)

    Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
    Get a low-interest, repayable cash advance of up to $1 million, with interest on the first $100,000 paid by the federal government. The advance covers 50% of the expected market value of the agricultural products you will produce or have in storage for the program year.
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    Advance rulings for tariff classification

    ​Canada Border Services Agency
    Get confirmation on the rate of duty that will apply to goods you plan to import.
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    AgPal

    Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada​
    Find information on programs and services available to you in the agriculture or agri-business sector.
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    Agreement for construction sector labour mobility Ontario - Québec

    Ministère du Travail
    Under this agreement, you are ensured equal treatment when bidding or working on construction projects in Ontario and Quebec.
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    Agri-Food Trade Services for Exporters

    Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
    International market intelligence, in-market trade expertise, international trade shows and other assistance to help agri-food exporters.
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    AgriMarketing Program — National Industry Associations

    Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
    Your association in the agriculture, agri-food, or agri-based products sector, including fish and seafood, could get a contribution of matching funds, up to $2.5 million/year, for projects that break down trade barriers and build market success.
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    Agribusiness and Agrifood Young Entrepreneurs

    Farm Credit Canada
    If you are under 40 years old, get a loan of up to $1 million to launch a new business or to take your operations to the next level.
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    Agricultural Technology Transfer and Licencing

    Agriculture and Agri-food Canada
    Intellectual property in environmental technology, crops, bioproducts and bioprocesses is available to be commercialized.
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    Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Research and Development Centre Industrial Program (in French only)

    Saint-Hyacinthe Technopole
    Do you have an agri-food business and want to test food processing methods and techniques? You could take advantage of the Centre’s facilities.

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    Alberta Purchasing Connection

    Alberta Government
    Find opportunities to sell your products or services to the Government of Alberta and to other agencies.
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    Alliance grants

    Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
    Need R&D help for a business problem? Get support when you partner with a university researcher and make an in-kind contribution to a project that benefits Canada.
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    Alternate work arrangements and work hour reduction

    Emploi Québec
    Get expert advice and a contribution of up to 50% of expenses relating to implementing a work hour reduction plan for your business.
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    Anges Québec Capital Fund

    Anges Québec
    Investments of up to $4 million for innovative companies with high growth potential and a competitive advantage.
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    Apollo13 startup support program (in French only)

    ​Apollo 13
    Do you have an entrepreneurial idea to put into action or a desire to grow your business? The Apollo13 support program may be right for you.​
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    Applied Research and Development Grants — Industrial Partner

    Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
    Get a grant of up to $75,000, to collaborate with a college researcher on R&D projects of up to 3 years.
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    Applying as a business immigrant

    Immigration, Francisation et Intégration
    Find all the information you need if you wish to immigrate to Quebec in order to develop your business projects.
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    Apprenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit

    Canada Revenue Agency
    Get a non-refundable tax credit equal to 10% of the salaries and wages paid to your apprentices, up to a maximum of $2,000/year for each apprentice.
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    Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Card

    ​Canada Border Services Agency
    ​You can use this card to help you cross the border faster when you travel for business to participating countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
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    BDC Advisory Services

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Connect with highly experienced specialists who can help you better manage your business, increase revenues and optimize operations.
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    BDC Business Transition Loan

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get a repayable loan with terms tailored to your business if you are thinking of buying a company, making a merger or acquiring a competitor in order to expand your operations.
  • Program

    BDC Buying a Business Loan

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get an asset-based loan to acquire an existing business or the business of a competitor or supplier.
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    BDC Commercial real estate financing

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get a long-term loan with terms of up to 25 years to purchase land or buildings, construct or expand premises, or replenish working capital depleted by real estate costs.
  • Program

    BDC Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Purchase assets, start exporting, pay start-up or franchise fees and replenish working capital with a $350,000 loan if you have an existing businesses or $250,000 if you are a start-up.
  • Program

    BDC Intellectual Property-Backed Financing

    ​Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get financing and guidance from intellectual property (IP) experts who can help you with your IP portfolios, commercialized offerings and global prospects.
  • Program

    BDC Newcomer Entrepreneur

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    If you are an immigrant who arrived in Canada within the past 3 years, you can get up to $50,000, along with expert advice, to start your own business.
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    BDC Small Business Loan

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Apply online for a business loan of up to $100,000 with flexible repayment terms. Use this financing to supplement cash flow, improve operations, or cover expenses for your small business.
  • Program

    BDC Start-up Financing

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get up to $250,000 to help get your business off the ground, finance operations and replenish working capital spent on start-up costs, if you've been in business for at least a year.
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    BDC Technology Consulting

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get fee-based consulting services to help you maximize your information and communication technology (ICT) investments.
  • Program

    BDC Technology Financing

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get a loan with flexible repayment terms to cover up to 100% of the cost of investing in information and communications technology such as hardware, software and related consulting services.
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    BDC Webinars

    ​Business Development Bank of Canada
    Watch free webinars delivered by BDC experts to help you make better business decisions and achieve your business goals.
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    BDC Working Capital Term Loan

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get a loan to complement your line of credit in order to boost inventory and take advantage of supplier discounts.
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    BDC — Equipment Purchase Financing

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get a loan to cover up to 100% of the purchase cost of new or used equipment for your business.
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    BioTalent Canada – Science Horizons Youth Internship

    BioTalent Canada
    Hire an intern for 6 to 12 months for an environmental science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) job and receive a subsidy of up to 50% of their salary (maximum $15,000).
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    Boosted support from Farm Credit Canada

    Farm Credit Canada
    Get a line of credit up to $500,000 to be used for working capital, operating expenses and purchases of land and equipment.
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    Business Assistance — Immigrant Investor Program

    Investissement Québec
    Non-repayable contributions of $40,000 to $250,000 covering up to 10% of project costs for existing businesses and 15% for start-ups.
  • Program

    Business Opportunities: Development and Humanitarian Aid Markets

    ​Trade Commissioner Service
    ​Learn about export opportunities in international humanitarian and aid markets.
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    Business immigration programs

    Immigration and citizenship
    ​Interested in moving to Canada to start a business? Find out if you can immigrate as a self-employed individual or receive a start-up visa.
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    Business number registration

    ​Canada Revenue Agency
    ​Your Business Number is your single account number for dealing with the government regarding GST/HST, payroll, import/export and other activities.
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    Businesses video gallery

    Canada Revenue Agency
    Find tax information for business owners. View a selection of online videos offered by the Canada Revenue Agency or register for other information sessions and seminars.
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    Buyandsell.gc.ca — Register as a supplier

    Public Services and Procurement Canada
    Register your business to get a Procurement Business Number, and search for active tenders so you can bid on contracts and sell your goods and services to the federal government.
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    Buyandsell.gc.ca — Tenders

    Public Services and Procurement Canada
    Access information on tenders issued by the Government of Canada.
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    CANPASS

    ​Canada Border Services Agency
    ​If you are a frequent and low-risk traveller, you can apply for access to speedier and easier entry into Canada.
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    CGLCC - Supplier Diversity

    Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce ( CGLCC )
    If your business is at least 51% LGBT+-owned, controlled, and operated, you could get help to leverage your position as a diverse supplier to other businesses.
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    CGLCC - Training

    Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce ( CGLCC )
    Get access to courses and workshops to learn how to engage with your LGBT+ employees, business opportunities or customers.
  • Program

    CGLCC- Global

    Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce ( CGLCC )
    Get connected with LGBT+ chambers of commerce and partnership opportunities around the world and leverage their expertise to help you do business abroad.
  • Program

    CGLCC- Tourism

    Canadian LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce ( CGLCC )
    Get access to workshops and seminars on how to market to this lucrative demographic by creating safe spaces and meaningful experiences.
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