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Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
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 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
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
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.
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
Who are the financial supporters of the Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs?
Accelerator program for tourism entrepreneurs is funded by ATAC (ITAC)