ACOA Business Information Services — Prince Edward Island
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PE, Canada
Advice and expertise for entrepreneurs in Prince Edward Island
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Expert Advice
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- Government of Canada
- Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
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Bilingual staff to help you navigate government programs and services, regulations and permits, taxation, importing and exporting and financing options and can also put together tailored market research packages.
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$ 100,000
Creating a new mobile app for a financial cooperative offering digital services
$ 50,000
Conducting in-depth market research for a start-up specializing in educational technology
$ 35,000
Developing a business plan for expanding a local non-profit's community outreach programs
$ 60,000
Setting up compliance systems for environmental regulations for a green tech company
$ 75,000
Launching an export program for a local food processor targeting the US market
$ 40,000
Developing a comprehensive marketing strategy for a local artisan cooperative
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The Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency's Business Information Services offers assistance to entrepreneurs and businesses seeking to start or grow their ventures in Atlantic Canada, with guidance available in areas such as planning, financing, and market research.
- Entrepreneurs looking to start a new business venture.
- Existing businesses aiming to grow within Atlantic Canada.
- Organizations needing assistance with business planning or financial options.
- Companies seeking guidance on government regulations and compliance.
- Businesses involved in importing or exporting goods and services.
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There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.
- Companies involved in illegal activities
- Non-profit organizations
- Individuals not operating a business
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This grant offers comprehensive support for businesses at various stages, from start-up to growth. It provides access to vital business planning resources, financial guidance, regulatory information, and market research tools to help businesses thrive.
- Providing guidance on business planning tailored to each specific business stage.
- Offering information on various funding opportunities, including loans, grants, and wage subsidies.
- Assisting with navigation of government regulations, including taxes, permits, and licenses.
- Supplying reliable market research information, including demographics, industry performance, and consumer trends.
- Access to a wide variety of business templates and start-up guides for business development.
- Professional review and feedback for business plans.
- Facilitating imports and exports knowledge to move goods across borders effectively.
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This grant supports businesses located within specific regions in Atlantic Canada as determined by the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA). These areas are strategically chosen to enhance regional economic growth and development.
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland and Labrador
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Business viability and growth potential
- Alignment with program objectives
- Feasibility of the project
- Economic impact
- Financial need
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Understanding the services provided by ACOA's Business Information Services can enhance the grant application process:
- ACOA provides free business support in both English and French, which can assist applicants in navigating grant requirements.
- The agency offers resources like business planning guides and financial benchmarking specific to industries.
- Applicants can access over 10,000 free business templates to help organize and prepare their applications.
- ACOA offers personalized support, reviewing professional business plans to increase the success rate of grant applications.
- The Canada Business app and Business Benefits Finder can help applicants identify additional programs and services beyond the grant in question.
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1-888-576-4444
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