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Resources for Newcomer Entrepreneurs

Business Benefits Finder

The Government of Canada's Business Benefits Finder helps entrepreneurs discover programs, services, and funding opportunities tailored to your business needs. This tool is especially valuable for newcomers navigating the Canadian business landscape.
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IRCC Settlement Program

Government-funded settlement services including business development for newcomers
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Start-up Visa Program

Immigration pathway for entrepreneurs looking to establish businesses in Canada
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Futurpreneur Canada - Newcomer Program

Financing, mentoring and resources specifically for newcomer entrepreneurs aged 18-39
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WilGlobo Mentorship Program

Connect with experienced mentors who can guide you through your entrepreneurial journey in Canada.
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Funding Eligibility Tool

Discover which government grants and funding programs you may be eligible for based on your business.
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Business Plan Builder

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Resource Directory

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Business Benefits Finder
British Columbia
Find government programs, services, and tools to help your business grow
Funding & Grants
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Business Benefits Finder
Alberta
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Business Benefits Finder
Ontario
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Business Benefits Finder
Quebec
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Business Benefits Finder
Manitoba
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Business Benefits Finder
Saskatchewan
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Business Benefits Finder
Nova Scotia
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Business Benefits Finder
New Brunswick
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Business Benefits Finder
Prince Edward Island
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Business Benefits Finder
Newfoundland and Labrador
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Business Benefits Finder
Yukon
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Business Benefits Finder
Northwest Territories
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Business Benefits Finder
Nunavut
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IRCC Settlement Program
National Resource
Government-funded settlement services including business development for newcomers
Immigration Programs
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Small Business BC - Immigrant Entrepreneur Program
British Columbia
Specialized business guidance for newcomers starting businesses in British Columbia
Immigration Programs
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ACCES Employment - Entrepreneurship Connections
Ontario
Business training and mentorship for newcomer entrepreneurs
Business Support
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YES Montreal - Newcomer Entrepreneurship
Quebec
Business coaching and mentorship for newcomers in Quebec
Business Support
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Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) - Business Programs
Nova Scotia
Business development services for immigrants in Nova Scotia
Business Support
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Yukon Business Development Program
Yukon
Coaching, training, and financing for Yukon entrepreneurs
Business Support
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Business Development and Investment Corporation
Northwest Territories
Financing and support for entrepreneurs in Northwest Territories
Funding & Grants
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Nunavut Economic Development and Transportation
Nunavut
Business support and development programs for Nunavut entrepreneurs
Business Support
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Start-up Visa Program
National Resource
Immigration pathway for entrepreneurs looking to establish businesses in Canada
Immigration Programs
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Business Link - Newcomer Services
Alberta
Specialized business support for newcomers to Alberta
Immigration Programs
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Immigrant Entrepreneur Hub
Manitoba
Specialized entrepreneurship program for newcomers in Manitoba
Business Support
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MAGMA Business Immigrant Mentorship Program
New Brunswick
Business mentorship for immigrant entrepreneurs in Moncton area
mentoring
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Innovation PEI - Business Development
Prince Edward Island
Business growth and strategy support for PEI entrepreneurs
Business Support
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Futurpreneur Canada - Newcomer Program
National Resource
Financing, mentoring and resources specifically for newcomer entrepreneurs aged 18-39
Funding & Grants
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MOSAIC Entrepreneurship Program
British Columbia
Business training and support for immigrant and refugee entrepreneurs
Business Support
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Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS)
Alberta
Entrepreneurship development program for immigrants and refugees
Business Support
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COSTI Immigrant Services
Ontario
Entrepreneurship and self-employment programs for newcomers
Business Support
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Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan (WESK)
Saskatchewan
Business support, financing, and mentorship for women entrepreneurs
specialized
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Calgary Immigrant Women's Association (CIWA)
Alberta
Business training and entrepreneurship program for immigrant women
specialized
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Genesis Centre
Newfoundland and Labrador
Innovation hub and incubator for technology startups in Newfoundland
specialized
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Momentum Business Development Programs
Alberta
Business development training, loans, and coaching for entrepreneurs facing barriers
Business Support
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Futurpreneur Québec
Quebec
Financing and mentorship for entrepreneurs aged 18-39 in Quebec
Funding & Grants
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ACCES Employment - Entrepreneurship Connections
National Resource
Business development program for immigrant entrepreneurs
Business Support
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MentorWorks Canada
National Resource
Mentorship platform connecting newcomer entrepreneurs with established business leaders
mentoring
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Action for Healthy Communities - Newcomer Entrepreneurship
Alberta
Support for newcomers to develop business skills and launch businesses in Alberta
Business Support
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Success Skills Centre - Entrepreneurship Program
Manitoba
Business development program for newcomers to Manitoba
Business Support
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Square One - Newcomer Entrepreneurship
Saskatchewan
Business support for newcomers in Saskatchewan
Business Support
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Multicultural Association of Fredericton - Business Immigrant Mentorship
New Brunswick
Mentorship program for newcomer entrepreneurs in New Brunswick
Business Support
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PEI Association for Newcomers to Canada - Business Development
Prince Edward Island
Business support services for newcomers to PEI
Business Support
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AXIS Career Services - Entrepreneurship Program
Newfoundland and Labrador
Business development for newcomers to Newfoundland and Labrador
Business Support
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S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Business Development Programs
British Columbia
Business development and mentorship programs for newcomers to Canada
Business Support
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Toronto Region Immigrant Employment Council (TRIEC)
Ontario
Professional mentoring and networking for immigrant entrepreneurs
Networking & Events
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SAJE - Newcomer Entrepreneur Program
Quebec
Support for immigrant entrepreneurs in Montreal and Quebec
Immigration Programs
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Global Saskatoon Community Service (GSCS)
Saskatchewan
Settlement services with entrepreneurship components for newcomers
Immigration Programs
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Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED)
Nova Scotia
Training, financing, and resources for entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia
Business Support
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YMCA of Newfoundland and Labrador - Newcomer Services
Newfoundland and Labrador
Settlement services with entrepreneurship components for newcomers
Immigration Programs
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NorthLight Innovation Hub
Yukon
Innovation hub and coworking space for entrepreneurs in Yukon
Networking & Events
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NWT Immigration Assistance
Northwest Territories
Support for newcomers starting businesses in Northwest Territories
Immigration Programs
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Kakivak Association
Nunavut
Business development services for Inuit entrepreneurs in Nunavut
specialized
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Centre for Women of Montreal
Quebec
Entrepreneurial and employment services for immigrant women
specialized
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Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba
Manitoba
Business services, loans, and mentoring for women entrepreneurs
specialized
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Innovacorp - The Cubator
Nova Scotia
Incubation space and acceleration programs for high-growth startups
specialized
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CBDC Atlantic
New Brunswick
Loans and business counseling for entrepreneurs in rural communities
Funding & Grants
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Startup Zone PEI
Prince Edward Island
Incubator for high-growth potential startups in PEI
Networking & Events
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Newfoundland and Labrador Environmental Industry Association
Newfoundland and Labrador
Support for entrepreneurs in the clean technology and environmental sectors
specialized
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Yukon Multicultural Centre
Yukon
Support and resources for newcomer entrepreneurs in Yukon
Immigration Programs
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BDC Newcomer Entrepreneur Resources
National Resource
Business Development Bank of Canada's specialized resources for newcomer entrepreneurs
Business Support
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Women's Enterprise Centre
British Columbia
Loans, mentoring, and resources specifically for women entrepreneurs in BC
specialized
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YMCA Newcomer Information Centre
Ontario
Business information and entrepreneurship resources for newcomers
Immigration Programs
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Montreal Regional Council (MRC)
Quebec
Resources and advice for entrepreneurs in the Greater Montreal region
Business Support
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World Trade Centre Winnipeg
Manitoba
Support for international trade and business expansion
Networking & Events
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Co.Labs Tech Incubator
Saskatchewan
Incubator for technology startups in Saskatchewan
specialized
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Centre for Women in Business
Nova Scotia
Business development support for women entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia
specialized
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The Hive Saint John
New Brunswick
Incubator and coworking space for startups in Saint John
Networking & Events
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RDÉE Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island
Supports Francophone entrepreneurs in PEI with business development
specialized
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Newcomer Entrepreneurship Hub
National Resource
Business support network for newcomers to Canada
Networking & Events
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Vancity Microloans for Newcomers
British Columbia
Micro-financing options for newcomer entrepreneurs without credit history
Funding & Grants
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StartUp Toronto
Ontario
Resources, workshops, and networking for Toronto entrepreneurs
Networking & Events
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Québec International
Quebec
Economic development agency supporting entrepreneurs in Quebec City region
Business Support
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MOSAIC Entrepreneurship Program
National Resource
Business training and mentorship for newcomers across Canada
Business Support
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Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC)
British Columbia
Settlement services including business counseling for newcomer entrepreneurs
mentoring
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Edmonton Mennonite Centre for Newcomers (EMCN)
Alberta
Business training and career development for newcomers in Edmonton
Business Support
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Immigrant Works: Entrepreneurship Program
Ontario
Business program specifically designed for immigrants in the GTA
specialized
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Immigrant Entrepreneur Program
National Resource
Support for newcomers starting businesses in Canada
Business Support
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Startup Edmonton
Alberta
Community hub and accelerator for tech entrepreneurs in Edmonton
Networking & Events
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SheEO Venture Program
Ontario
Funding model and community for women-led ventures in Canada
Funding & Grants
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COSTI Immigrant Services - Entrepreneurship Program
National Resource
Business development services for newcomers to Canada
Business Support
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Tecnovate
Alberta
Innovation hub for technology startups and entrepreneurs in Calgary
Networking & Events
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Communitech
Ontario
Innovation hub supporting tech startups in the Waterloo Region
specialized
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Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
National Resource
Resources and research for women entrepreneurs, including newcomers
specialized
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Immigrant Investor Program (ICC)
National Resource
Investment opportunities and business support for immigrant investors
Funding & Grants
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Social Innovation Fund
National Resource
Funding for social enterprises, including those founded by newcomers
Funding & Grants
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Canadian Council for Youth Prosperity
National Resource
Support for young entrepreneurs, including newcomer youth
specialized
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