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Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs
Fully funded tourism business accelerator
Offered by
Funding available
$ 5,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports tourism entrepreneurs with a fully funded, mentored 5-step training path. It helps participants plan, launch, and grow a tourism business through workshops, guidance, and expert support.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Planning a tourism business.
- Launching a tourism business.
- Growing an existing tourism business.
- Business development through the 5-step Firecircle method.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous tourism entrepreneurs.
- Non-Indigenous rural tourism entrepreneurs.
- Hospitality businesses.
Eligible geographic areas
- Rural areas.
- Canada.
How to apply
- Step 1: Open the registration form
- Access the online registration link provided by the program.
- Step 2: Complete the application
- Fill in the required information in the form.
- Step 3: Submit the form
- Send the application through the online Typeform submission page.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted through the online registration form.
- Selected participants are enrolled in the program.
- Participants complete the program and receive a certificate of completion.
Additional information
- The program includes online and live video workshops.
- Participants receive step-by-step guidance and expert mentorship.
- Participants receive a certificate of completion.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs Program
What is the Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs?
This program supports tourism entrepreneurs with a fully funded, mentored 5-step training path. It helps participants plan, launch, and grow a tourism business through workshops, guidance, and expert support.
How much funding can be received?
Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs program?
To be eligible for the Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs program, you must:
ATAC members only.
Rural tourism or hospitality entrepreneurs.
Business ideas or existing tourism businesses.
What expenses are eligible under Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs?
Planning a tourism business.
Launching a tourism business.
Growing an existing tourism business.
Business development through the 5-step Firecircle method.
Where is the Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs available?
The Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs program is available across Canada.
Is the Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs is a Grant and Funding