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CDEM — Training
Workshops for francophone entrepreneurs in Manitoba
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
Access business start-up training, export and import workstops, as well as a variety of business management skills workshops.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Access new markets
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
- Startups
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant offers training to new business owners and operators, providing essential knowledge and skills to start and manage a business effectively. The training covers various aspects of business management, tax management, marketing, and more.
- Participate in a three-day business planning workshop to understand the benefits and challenges of starting a business.
- Learn about different business structures and resources available for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
- Gain knowledge in provincial and federal tax management and accounting practices.
- Develop skills in bookkeeping and financial statement preparation.
- Explore marketing, sales strategies, promotion, and advertising techniques.
- Understand sales and distribution processes.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
There are several eligible types of companies that can benefit from this grant program:
- New business owners/operators looking to start their entrepreneurial journey
- Companies seeking to improve their business management skills through workshops
- Entrepreneurs in need of mentoring support to navigate the early years of business
Eligible expenses
This grant supports new and developing businesses by offering training and mentorship to enhance entrepreneurial skills. The programs focus on crucial business aspects such as planning, financial management, and marketing strategies.
- Three-day business planning workshop covering business structures, tax management, and marketing strategies.
- Time Management workshop to optimize productivity.
- Financial Management and Bookkeeping workshop to ensure solid financial practices.
- Taxation workshops to navigate provincial and federal requirements.
- Advertising and Promotion workshops to enhance market presence.
- Import-Export Workshop to facilitate international business operations.
- Mentoring program linking new entrepreneurs with experienced mentors.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for businesses engaging with CDEM:
- Participants are awarded a certificate upon completion of the three-day business planning workshop.
- CDEM offers unique mentoring opportunities by pairing new entrepreneurs with experienced mentors for guidance during their early years.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CDEM — Training Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CDEM — Training. 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 CDEM — Training?
Access business start-up training, export and import workstops, as well as a variety of business management skills workshops.
Who is eligible for the CDEM — Training program?
To be eligible for the CDEM — Training program, you must:
Must be a new business owner/operator.
What expenses are eligible under CDEM — Training?
This grant offers training to new business owners and operators, providing essential knowledge and skills to start and manage a business effectively. The training covers various aspects of business management, tax management, marketing, and more. Participate in a three-day business planning workshop to understand the benefits and challenges of starting a business.
Learn about different business structures and resources available for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
Gain knowledge in provincial and federal tax management and accounting practices.
Develop skills in bookkeeping and financial statement preparation.
Explore marketing, sales strategies, promotion, and advertising techniques.
Understand sales and distribution processes.
Who can I contact for more information about the CDEM — Training?
You can contact Economic Development Council for Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities (CDEM) by email at jlemoine@cdem.com.
Where is the CDEM — Training available?
The CDEM — Training program is available the province of Manitoba.
Who are the financial supporters of the CDEM — Training?
CDEM — Training is funded by Economic Development Council for Manitoba Bilingual Municipalities (CDEM)
