Benefit from comprehensive financing support
Take advantage of complete support from a financing expert who will guide you through the grant opportunities available to you. Discover the different financial opportunities available in digital transformation, human resources and marketing, and fuel your company's projects.
Our grant programs to help finance your growth
These programs have been designed to guide companies through the available financial supports so that they can access additional funds and realize their major projects.
Digital transformation
Improve your company's productivity and competitiveness
- Total grants: $725,000
- Grants: Can Export Innovation, IRAP, Soutien aux projets d'innovation, Soutien aux projets d'innovation en IA, Scale AI, Invest-IA, Partner.IA
Human resources
Develop and optimize your human resources skills
- Total grants: $92,500
- Grants: Mesure de formation de la main d'oeuvre, Novascience, Career Ready, MITACS, MITACS Élévation
Commercialization
Optimize activities such as financial management, production and sales
- Total grants: $377,500
- Grants : Incubation vouchers, Can Export PME, PSCE, ESSOR, Élever la PI
What we do & how it works
Here's an overview of how grant programs work and what you can expect. Our team of experts will be with you from start to finish, providing advice and support throughout the program.
Portrait of your current situation
Analysis of your company and its environment. Discover the various grants available for your projects, using our database of over 3,000 Canadian funding sources.
Customized action plan for your business
Setting up a strategy and roadmap tailored to your organization and its ambitions.
Constant monitoring and notification of new financial assistance
Search for new subsidy and support opportunities for your company.
Complete preparation of your grant applications
A turnkey service for creating and submitting your requests.
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Discover over 3000 grants and financing support available for your business
From technology grants to capital investments, explore the various financing programs and subsidies that can help accelerate your business' growth.
Grants and funding
From training to research, learn more about the different types of Canadian activities benefiting from support
Loans and capital investments
Opportunities for financing through beneficial loans and investments exist to facilitate the ongoing growth of your business
Wage subsidies and interns
Explore a multitude of opportunities through wage subsidies and internships aimed at assisting businesses across Canada
Frequently asked questions about business aid
Who is helloDarwin?
helloDarwin is a company dedicated to helping businesses make better decisions by facilitating the planning and outsourcing of their projects through various financial levers. They stand out with a human and proactive approach, impartiality, and a deep understanding of the business ecosystem. Their turnkey platform combines data and expertise, offering a wide range of available projects to support businesses in their growth and operational needs.
What business support programs does helloDarwin offer?
Digital transformation
This program aims to accelerate the digital transformation process of companies to boost their productivity and competitiveness in the marketplace. With a total grant budget of $725,000, it offers access to a variety of funds, including Can Export Innovation, the Industrial Research Assistance Program (IRAP), as well as specific support for innovation projects and artificial intelligence (AI) through Scale AI, Invest-IA, and Partner.IA. This program is ideal for companies seeking to integrate new technologies and innovate their processes.
Human resources
This program is designed to help companies develop and optimize their human resources management skills, with total grants available of $92,500. It includes measures such as workforce training, with grants such as Mesure de formation de la main-d'œuvre, Novascience, and Career Ready, in addition to the MITACS and MITACS Élévation programs, which support collaboration between companies and the academic sector for skills development. This program promotes the improvement of talent management practices and the empowerment of teams.
Marketing
This program focuses on optimizing key business activities, such as financial management, production and sales, with total grants of $377,500. Available grants include Incubation Vouchers to support startups, Can Export PME for international expansion, PSCE and ESSOR for growth support, and Raise IP for intellectual property protection and valorization. This program is designed for companies aiming to improve their operational efficiency and increase their market presence.
How does helloDarwin's business support program work?
Initial assessment of your context
In-depth study of your company and its context to identify the subsidies best suited to your projects, drawing on our vast repertoire of over 3000 financing solutions available in Canada.
Tailor-made strategy
Development of a customized tactic and action plan, aligned with your organization's specific objectives.
Active monitoring and alerts on new funding opportunities
Proactive identification of new funding and support opportunities tailored to your business.
Full preparation and submission of your grant applications
Complete support for the preparation and submission of your grant applications, offering an all-in-one solution.
How can you effectively assess the financing needs of a start-up SME?
To effectively assess the financing needs of a start-up SME, proceed as follows:
- Study the business model to identify revenue sources, fixed and variable costs, and initial investments.
- Create a start-up budget that covers all the initial costs required to launch the business.
- Develop a 12-month cash flow forecast to anticipate incoming and outgoing cash flows.
- Calculate monthly operating costs to determine the capital required until the business becomes self-sufficient.
- Perform a scenario analysis (optimistic, realistic, pessimistic) to understand the impact of variations on financial requirements.
- Estimate the working capital required for day-to-day operations.
- Plan for future investments to grow the business.
- Include a safety margin to cover unforeseen events.
This approach allows you to concisely determine the financing requirements for starting up and developing your business.
How could securing a grant help accelerate the growth of your business?
Securing a grant can provide the necessary funding to scale operations, invest in new technology, or hire skilled talent without taking on debt. It boosts cash flow, allowing you to focus on strategic growth initiatives. Grants also enhance credibility, attracting further investors or clients. Lastly, they often come with networking opportunities and expert support to drive your business forward.