Interested in using the small business micro grant for something else? We can help with that as well. Click the get started button to learn more and confirm eligibility.
Anyone interested in starting a business can apply for the grant.
Your business is eligible if it is:
- A for-profit business that is registered or incorporated (including for-profit social enterprises and co-operatives)
- Consumer-facing (sells goods and services directly to end consumers)
- Located in rural Manitoba or rural Saskatchewan
Your business is not eligible if it is:
- A corporate chain, franchise or registered charity
- A representative of a multi-level marketing company
- A brokerage firm, such as real estate agents, investment advisors, insurance agents, etc.
- A business that is engaged in online reselling or drop-shipping reliant on third-party suppliers.
This grant is available to small businesses and entrepreneurs in Manitoba & Saskatchewan. To qualify for the $1000 grant, you must attend one of the valuable events hosted by Community Futures Parkland. There are multiple, free virtual events coming up in November and December.
Here are a few upcoming events that you can attend to qualify for the grant:
From Idea to Empire: The Ultimate Startup Handbook Workshop
Date: November 20, 2024
Price: Free
Location: Online
Event Description: Starting and owning a business can be such an exciting and rewarding experience. And it can also be confusing and hard work!
Increase your odds of business success by learning about start-up steps, resources, and supports available to Manitoba and Saskatchewan entrepreneurs. This session is packed with information and strategies to ensure you’ve covered your start-up basics and are ready to grow a successful small business.
Idea to Concept
Date: December 3, 2024
Price: Free
Location: Online
Event Description: Strategic planning support for entrepreneurs related to vision, strategy, and execution of their business plan and goals for the year.
This grant is the perfect opportunity to elevate your online presence. The scope of the grant is quite broad with both marketing support and social media support fitting into the requirements.
If you have been thinking about making major updates to your website or social media, this grant will help you do it.
Some services we offer that could be covered by this grant include: