How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2024-12-31T23:59:59Z.

Who are the financial supporters of the Business Link — Immigrant Services?

Business Link — Immigrant Services is funded by Government of Alberta, Business Link

What are Business Link — Immigrant Services's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be an immigrant or newcomer entrepreneur. The business must be located in Alberta. Available to support any stage in the entrepreneurial journey.

Business Link — Immigrant Services

Last Update: April 1, 2025

AB, Canada

Support for immigrant entrepreneurs in Alberta

Business Link — Immigrant Services at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : January 1, 2024
Closing date : December 31, 2024

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

Retail trade

Grant Providers

Government of Alberta
Business Link

Status

Open

Overview of the Business Link — Immigrant Services program

Are you a new Canadian starting or running a business in Alberta? Get one-on-one support and training, business resources in multiple languages, as well as access to training and workshops.

Eligible projects & activities

The Business Link — Immigrant Services grant empowers immigrant and newcomer entrepreneurs in Alberta by providing resources and support tailored to their unique needs. Eligible activities focus on coaching, educational resources, and network building to foster business growth.

Provision of one-on-one business advice and coaching for immigrant entrepreneurs.
Development and distribution of educational resources, guidebooks, and videos.
Organization of interactive workshops, events, and webinars for skill enhancement.
Facilitation of network referral building with focused assistance for immigrant entrepreneurs.
Delivery of capacity-building training to service providers to better serve immigrant businesses.
Provision of information on financing options available to immigrant entrepreneurs.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 5,000

Providing one-on-one business advice and coaching for immigrant entrepreneurs

$ 5,000

Conducting a series of interactive workshops for immigrant entrepreneurs

$ 5,000

Creating multi-language educational resources for immigrant entrepreneurs

$ 7,000

Capacity building training for business service providers

Eligibility criteria of the Business Link — Immigrant Services program

Who is eligible?

This grant is designed to support immigrant and newcomer entrepreneurs in Alberta, Canada. It is open to individuals who are immigrants or newcomers looking to start or grow their small businesses within the province of Alberta. The initiative focuses on providing resources, coaching, and networking opportunities to help these entrepreneurs navigate the unique challenges they face and succeed in the Canadian business environment.

Who is not eligible

There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.

Companies involved in illegal activities.
Companies with significant environmental violations.

Eligible expenses

This program supports immigrant and newcomer entrepreneurs in Alberta to establish and grow their small businesses. Eligible activities focus on providing guidance, resources, and networking opportunities tailored to the needs of immigrant entrepreneurs.

One-on-one business advice and coaching.
Access to educational resources, guidebooks, and videos.
Interactive workshops, events, and webinars.
Network referral building for immigrant entrepreneurs.
Training and workshops on Canadian business practices and skills improvement.
Capacity-building training for service providers in rural areas.
Information and guidance on financing options for businesses.

Eligible geographic areas

Business Link offers resources and support specifically targeting immigrants and newcomer entrepreneurs across Alberta. The initiative is designed to facilitate business growth across various Alberta regions.

Businesses located within Alberta, Canada

Eligibility criteria of the Business Link — Immigrant Services program

For the Immigrant Entrepreneur Services grant in Alberta, evaluation and selection criteria include business viability, entrepreneur's commitment, innovation, and potential economic impact.

Business viability assessment
Entrepreneur's commitment to the business
Innovation and unique value proposition
Potential economic impact on the community

How to apply to the Business Link — Immigrant Services program

Identify potential grants

Research available grants for your specific sector or project.
Check the eligibility and specific criteria for each grant.
Take note of submission deadlines.

Preparation of documents

Gather the required documents (business plan, financial statements, letters of support, etc.).
Draft a proposal tailored to each grant.
Have the proposal reviewed and revised for clarity and accuracy.

Submission of the application

Complete all required application forms.
Verify that all supporting documents are included.
Submit the application by the specified method (online, by mail, etc.).
Keep a copy of the application and submitted documents.

Follow-up

Confirm receipt of the application with the funding agency.
Respond promptly to any requests for additional information.
Note the potential response times indicated by the agency.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The program aims to provide culturally sensitive support to address the unique challenges faced by immigrant entrepreneurs.
Resources are available in multiple languages to enhance accessibility for diverse immigrant communities.
Networking opportunities are tailored to connect immigrant entrepreneurs with local business networks and communities.
The service also emphasizes educating immigrant entrepreneurs on Canadian business practices, which is crucial for their integration and success in the local market.

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