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CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick
Advice for women entrepreneurs in New Brunswick
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
If you are a woman entrepreneur in New Brunswick, you can offer and receive one-on-one help with business planning, obtaining financing, innovating, exporting and more.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant supports projects aimed at empowering and supporting women entrepreneurs in New Brunswick through various initiatives. Eligible activities focus on consultation services, partnerships, entrepreneurship promotion, and cultural exchange programs.
- Provision of Consultant Advisory Services to small and medium-sized businesses.
- Atlantic Canadian Women in Growth Partnership to enhance participation among under-represented groups.
- The W-Power initiative for promoting female entrepreneurship and sharing best practices.
- International Peer-to-Peer Exchange Program to build lasting relationships with global entrepreneurs.
- Virtual networking through Coffee Break and Mawiomi for collaboration and skill exchange.
- Nujintuisga’tijig E’pijig platform for Indigenous women to sell crafts online.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Women entrepreneurs in New Brunswick can apply for programs and services provided by Women in Business New Brunswick, including Indigenous women and those in under-represented groups such as newcomers, women with disabilities, rural women, and those in non-traditional trades and STEM fields.Eligible expenses
The Women in Business New Brunswick offers various programs and projects to support women entrepreneurs in their business endeavors. These activities primarily focus on advisory services, partnership building, entrepreneurship promotion, and facilitating international exchanges.
- Consultant Advisory Services Program offering advisory support and group trainings for women-led businesses.
- Atlantic Canadian Women in Growth Partnership to enhance women’s presence in under-represented entrepreneurial gaps.
- W-Power for promoting entrepreneurship and sharing best business practices among women.
- International Peer-to-Peer Exchange Program for creating business connections internationally.
- Coffee Break & Mawiomi to connect women entrepreneurs virtually for knowledge exchange.
- Nujintuisga’tijig E’pijig, an online platform for Indigenous women to sell their crafts.
Eligible geographic areas
The grant mentioned does not specify particular eligible geographical areas for companies applying to it. Any specific location requirements are not detailed in the provided information.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Women in Business New Brunswick provides bilingual support in both rural and urban areas, ensuring accessibility to all women entrepreneurs in the region.
- There is a dedicated officer for Indigenous women entrepreneurs, offering targeted assistance and support.
Frequently Asked Questions about the CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick. 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 CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick?
If you are a woman entrepreneur in New Brunswick, you can offer and receive one-on-one help with business planning, obtaining financing, innovating, exporting and more.
Who is eligible for the CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick program?
To be eligible for the CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick program, you must:
Focus on current and aspiring women entrepreneurs in New Brunswick.
Available to both rural and urban women entrepreneurs.
Targeted support for Indigenous women entrepreneurs.
What expenses are eligible under CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick?
This grant supports projects aimed at empowering and supporting women entrepreneurs in New Brunswick through various initiatives. Eligible activities focus on consultation services, partnerships, entrepreneurship promotion, and cultural exchange programs. Provision of Consultant Advisory Services to small and medium-sized businesses.
Atlantic Canadian Women in Growth Partnership to enhance participation among under-represented groups.
The W-Power initiative for promoting female entrepreneurship and sharing best practices.
International Peer-to-Peer Exchange Program to build lasting relationships with global entrepreneurs.
Virtual networking through Coffee Break and Mawiomi for collaboration and skill exchange.
Nujintuisga’tijig E’pijig platform for Indigenous women to sell crafts online.
Who can I contact for more information about the CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick?
You can contact Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC).
Where is the CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick available?
The CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick?
CBDC Women in Business New Brunswick is funded by Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC)