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Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses
Tailored advisory support for Ontario SMEs
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program connects Ontario SMEs with senior business advisors for tailored advice, analysis, and practical recommendations. It supports business growth, access to capital, government compliance, networking, and export readiness, but no funding amount is specified.
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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
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Business advisory services for established SMEs.
- Support with accessing capital and identifying growth opportunities.
- Guidance on government regulations and compliance.
- Networking and connections with government and local partners.
- Support for technology adoption and export readiness.
Eligibility
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
Additional information
- Support is provided through senior business advisors.
- Eligible businesses can request a local advisor by region.
- Contact is available by email or phone.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses. 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 Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses?
This program connects Ontario SMEs with senior business advisors for tailored advice, analysis, and practical recommendations. It supports business growth, access to capital, government compliance, networking, and export readiness, but no funding amount is specified.
Who is eligible for the Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses program?
To be eligible for the Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses program, you must:
Established SMEs with 10-500 employees.
Producers of tradable goods or services.
What expenses are eligible under Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses?
Business advisory services for established SMEs.
Support with accessing capital and identifying growth opportunities.
Guidance on government regulations and compliance.
Networking and connections with government and local partners.
Support for technology adoption and export readiness.
Where is the Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses available?
The Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses?
Business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses is funded by Government of Ontario