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BDC Advisory Services
Expert business advice
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Connect with highly experienced specialists who can help you better manage your business, increase revenues and optimize operations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Optimize production processes
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant provides extensive support through advisory services aimed at addressing business challenges and facilitating growth. Eligible activities involve strategic improvements, operational enhancements, and market expansion strategies across various business functions.
- Leadership and Management enhancement to unlock business potential.
- Strengthening Business Strategy with a solid strategic roadmap.
- Structured Sales and Marketing activities to grow sales.
- Comprehensive Financial Management to better manage cash flow.
- Operational Efficiency improvements for boosting the bottom line.
- Development of Human Resources management processes for talent retention.
- Support for building a successful E-commerce presence.
- Guidance on implementing Digital Technology and selecting the right tools.
- Obtaining internationally recognized Certifications like ISO 9001, GMP.
- Participation in tailored programs like Growth Driver and Business Performance Builder.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
This advisory service program is designed for Canadian businesses seeking guidance to overcome challenges or achieve growth milestones across various business functions. The program offers tailored consulting services in management and operations to businesses across Canada, supported by a network of experienced consultants. Companies looking to improve their leadership, business strategy, sales, marketing, financial management, operational efficiency, human resources, E-commerce, digital technology, and obtain certifications could benefit from these services. Additionally, businesses aiming for growth and transformation through structured programs like the Growth Driver and Business Performance Builder programs are encouraged to apply.Eligible expenses
This grant supports a range of advisory services aimed at enhancing business growth and resilience across Canada. Eligible projects focus on various areas critical to business success including strategy, management, and operational improvements.
- Providing leadership and management training to unlock business potential.
- Developing solid business strategies for future growth.
- Implementing sales and marketing activities to increase sales.
- Enhancing financial management practices to improve cash flow.
- Improving operational efficiency and production processes.
- Developing sound human resource management processes to attract and retain talent.
- Building a successful e-commerce presence through coaching.
- Guiding businesses through digital technology adoption.
- Assisting businesses in achieving certifications like ISO 9001 and GMP.
Eligible geographic areas
The BDC Advisory Services are designed to support businesses across Canada through a widespread network of consultants. This nationwide initiative aims to assist companies in various Canadian regions with tailored expertise and support.
- Enterprises operating anywhere within Canada.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- BDC Advisory Services offers support in both English and French, ensuring accessibility for a broader range of applicants.
- The organization has a proven track record with over 5,000 projects completed in the last three years.
- Clients report a 93% satisfaction rate with the services received.
- Testimonial evidence indicates that BDC is regarded as a supportive partner in entrepreneurship.
- Consultants from BDC have been providing management consulting services for over 40 years, offering extensive experience.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BDC Advisory Services Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BDC Advisory Services. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the BDC Advisory Services?
Connect with highly experienced specialists who can help you better manage your business, increase revenues and optimize operations.
Who is eligible for the BDC Advisory Services program?
To be eligible for the BDC Advisory Services program, you must:
The business must be located in Canada.
The business must be seeking advisory support for growth and transformation.
What expenses are eligible under BDC Advisory Services?
This grant provides extensive support through advisory services aimed at addressing business challenges and facilitating growth. Eligible activities involve strategic improvements, operational enhancements, and market expansion strategies across various business functions. Leadership and Management enhancement to unlock business potential.
Strengthening Business Strategy with a solid strategic roadmap.
Structured Sales and Marketing activities to grow sales.
Comprehensive Financial Management to better manage cash flow.
Operational Efficiency improvements for boosting the bottom line.
Development of Human Resources management processes for talent retention.
Support for building a successful E-commerce presence.
Guidance on implementing Digital Technology and selecting the right tools.
Obtaining internationally recognized Certifications like ISO 9001, GMP.
Participation in tailored programs like Growth Driver and Business Performance Builder.
Who can I contact for more information about the BDC Advisory Services?
You can contact Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Where is the BDC Advisory Services available?
The BDC Advisory Services program is available across Canada.
Is the BDC Advisory Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BDC Advisory Services is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the BDC Advisory Services?
BDC Advisory Services is funded by Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), Government of Canada