BDC Advisory Services — Business Strategy
Canada
Advice to create your roadmap to success
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Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
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- Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
- Government of Canada
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Get advice from experienced specialists on action oriented approaches focused on improving your business strategy through coaching, support and virtual or on-site workshops.
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- Develop a solid strategic foundation
- Get buy-in on a common vision and action plan
- Explore alternative business models
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$18,000
Edmonton
Building a business growth strategy for a NPO
$13,000
Ottawa
Expanding operational capabilities for a Sole Proprietorship
$9,000
Vancouver
Improving business strategy for a Social Economy Enterprise
$15,000
Toronto
Developing a strategic business plan for a Financial Cooperative
$20,000
Calgary
Launching a new product line for a For-Profit Company
$20,000
Montreal
Creating a strategic roadmap for a Non-Financial Cooperative
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- Have a clear vision for your business and a desire to create a strategic plan to achieve it.
- Be committed to engaging your team and aligning them towards common goals.
- Must be willing to explore and potentially adopt alternative business models.
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There are eligible types of companies for this grant. The grant is suitable for businesses seeking to develop a solid strategic foundation, align their team towards a common vision, and explore alternative business models for growth.
- Companies looking to assess their internal and external business environments.
- Businesses aiming to get buy-in on a common vision and action plan from their teams.
- Organizations interested in exploring alternative business models to stay ahead of competition.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
There are certain types of companies that may not be eligible for this grant:
- Non-Canadian companies
- Businesses not operating in Canada
- Companies engaged in illegal activities
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Eligible expenses for this grant include:
- Strategic planning workshops
- Coaching and support services
- Cost of BDC advisory services
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. Applicants will be assessed based on the following criteria:
- Evidence of a solid strategic foundation
- Ability to get buy-in on a common vision and action plan
- Exploration of alternative business models
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- Step 1: Develop a solid strategic foundation
- Assess your internal and external business environments and competitive positioning.
- Step 2: Get buy-in on a common vision and action plan
- Ensure your team’s commitment to a common vision that will help define your company’s future state, and identify and prioritize the strategies, tactics, and resources required to achieve it.
- Step 3: Explore alternative business models
- If required, test the potential of alternative business models to stay ahead of the competition, increase market share, or respond to a pressing challenge.
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Strategic Planning Grant
Strategic Planning Grant Overview
The Strategic Planning Grant is designed to assist Canadian businesses in developing a solid strategic foundation, aligning their team towards a common vision, and exploring alternative business models. This grant offers financing for advisory services to help businesses create a strategic plan that reflects their vision and goals.
Businesses can benefit from a proven methodology, virtual and on-site workshops, coaching, and support to develop a clear and well-thought-out plan. With a focus on helping organizations make sound decisions and succeed, this grant aims to set the stage for future growth and success in the competitive business landscape.
