Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses

Who is eligible?

• Established small and medium-sized businesses.
• Businesses with 10 to 500 employees.
• Producers of tradable goods and services.

Eligible expenses

This grant supports activities that enhance the growth and capacity of small and medium-sized businesses in Ontario. The eligible projects focus on providing advisory services and facilitating access to resources and networks for these businesses across various sectors.

• Providing tailored business advisory services to help businesses understand and address unique challenges.
• Helping businesses access capital and identify growth opportunities.
• Assisting with navigating government regulations and compliance requirements.
• Facilitating connections to provincial ministries and different levels of government for business support.
• Encouraging networking and partnerships with other businesses and local partners.
• Facilitating technology adoption and export readiness through discussions and referrals.

Eligible geographic areas

• Ontario
• Greater Toronto Area
• Simcoe County
• Muskoka Region
• Counties east of Durham Region
• Counties west of Hamilton Region, including Niagara Region

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:

• Demonstrated need for business advisory services
• Potential for growth and scalability of the business
• Alignment with the program's objectives
• Value proposition and impact of the advisory services

• Step 1: Identify Eligibility and Gather Information
  • Contact your local Senior Business Advisor using the provided email or phone number to confirm your business's eligibility for support.
  • Gather all relevant information regarding your business including size, sector, and specific advisory needs.
• Step 2: Prepare Required Documentation
  • Prepare necessary documents such as business registration details, organizational charts, and proof of business operations in Ontario.
  • Draft a detailed outline of your business needs and objectives for seeking advisory services.
• Step 3: Initial Consultation
  • Schedule an initial consultation with a Senior Business Advisor through the provided contact emails or phone number.
  • Discuss your business needs, growth objectives, and how the advisory services can assist in achieving them.
• Step 4: Develop Advisory Plan
  • Work with your assigned advisor to develop a tailored business advisory plan.
  • Include practical recommendations, timelines, and expected outcomes in the plan.
• Step 5: Confirm Participation
  • Agree upon the advisory plan and confirm your participation in the program with your advisor.
  • Ensure all required agreements or waivers are completed and submitted.

• Support is provided through senior business advisors.
• Eligible businesses can request a local advisor by region.
• Contact is available by email or phone.