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Business Link — Immigrant Services
AB, Canada
Support for immigrant entrepreneurs in Alberta
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateJanuary 1, 2024
- grant_single|closingDateDecember 31, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Retail trade
grant_single|grantors
- Government of Alberta
- Business Link
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open
grant_single_labels|preview
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.
grant_single_labels|projects
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.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 5,000
Creating multi-language educational resources for immigrant entrepreneurs
$ 5,000
Providing one-on-one business advice and coaching for immigrant entrepreneurs
$ 5,000
Conducting a series of interactive workshops for immigrant entrepreneurs
$ 7,000
Capacity building training for business service providers
grant_single_labels|admissibility
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant.
- Companies involved in illegal activities.
- Companies with significant environmental violations.
grant_eligibility_criteria|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.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
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
grant_single_labels|criteria
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
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
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.
