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  • grant_single|openingDateJuly 9, 2024
  • grant_single|closingDateJuly 9, 2024
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Expert Advice
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  • Centre d'entreprises et d'innovation de Montréal (CEIM)
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Do you have an innovative idea or product you want to commercialize? Get services tailored to meet your specific needs from a network of local and international contacts, who can help you develop your ideas over the long term.

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CEIM's Coaching and Consulting Services grant aims to empower businesses by providing expert guidance across a wide range of operational domains. Eligible activities are designed to enhance marketability, financial health, and strategic growth for Canadian enterprises.
  • Evaluation of market potential to identify new opportunities.
  • Development and implementation of go-to-market strategies.
  • Creation of business plans, including strategic and financial planning.
  • Formation of partnerships to enhance business growth.
  • Formulation of financing strategies tailored to business needs.
  • Human resource management for optimized workforce productivity.
  • Bookkeeping to ensure accurate financial records and reporting.
  • Implementation of management control systems for operational efficiency.
  • Commercial diagnostics to assess and refine business operations.
  • Development of commercialization tactics to enhance market reach.
  • Lead generation activities, both inbound and outbound, to increase sales prospects.
  • Execution of SEO & SEM campaigns to boost online visibility.
  • Outsourcing of sales representatives to expand sales capabilities.
  • Sales and customer service coaching to improve client interactions.
  • Sales training programs for skill enhancement.
  • International business development to explore global market opportunities.
  • Provision of accounting services, including tax and audit assistance.
  • Support for business incorporation processes.
  • Drafting of shareholder agreements to define equity and responsibilities.
  • Preparation of employment contracts to maintain legal compliance.
  • Negotiation and management of licensing and distribution agreements.
  • Advisory on intellectual property matters to safeguard innovations.
  • Guidance on accessing R&D tax credits to foster innovation.
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$ 20,000

Implement an international business development plan for a high-tech startup

$ 13,000

Set up management control systems for a nonprofit arts organization

$ 16,000

Create a robust business plan and strategic planning for a food cooperative

$ 12,000

Develop a go-to-market strategy for a new eco-friendly product line

$ 14,000

Launch an inbound lead generation campaign for a tech consultancy

$ 15,000

Evaluate market potential for an online education platform

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To be eligible for this grant, companies must meet several specific criteria.
  • The business must be registered and operating in Canada.
  • The company must have a comprehensive business plan and strategic objectives outlined.
  • Applicants must demonstrate a need for funding to enhance market potential or commercial tactics.
  • The business should show a capability in human resource management and financial planning.
  • The company must have a commitment to innovation, such as developing new go-to-market strategies or commercialization tactics.
  • There must be evidence of sound financial management and capability to comply with tax and audit requirements.
  • Applicants need to demonstrate potential for business development, both domestic and international.

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This grant can potentially apply to a wide range of businesses and professionals including startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), large corporations, and self-employed professionals that are operating within various sectors requiring strategic and financial planning, human resources, accounting, and commercialization support.

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The grant facilitates a broad array of business development and expansion activities commonly relevant to different stages of a company's growth and market presence. These eligible projects focus on strategic planning, resource management, and market engagement to enhance business success.
  • Evaluation of market potential and development of go-to-market strategies.
  • Comprehensive business planning, including strategic and financial planning.
  • Building and leveraging partnerships and financing strategies.
  • Enhancement of human resource management and development systems.
  • Improvement of bookkeeping and management control systems.
  • Conducting commercial diagnostics and creating commercialization tactics.
  • Lead generation through inbound and outbound strategies.
  • Design and execution of SEO and SEM campaigns.
  • Outsourcing of sales representatives to optimize market reach.
  • Providing sales and customer service coaching and training programs.
  • Fostering international business development initiatives.
  • Comprehensive accounting services including tax and audit management.
  • Company incorporation and development of shareholders agreements.
  • Drafting employment contracts and establishing licensing/distribution agreements.
  • Management and acquisition of intellectual property rights.
  • Claiming R&D tax credits to foster innovation and development.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria with allocated point scores to ensure alignment with the grant’s objectives.
  • Innovation and originality of the project proposal.
  • Feasibility and clarity of the implementation plan.
  • Alignment with the grant’s strategic goals.
  • Potential impact on the targeted community or sector.
  • Cost-effectiveness and efficient use of resources.

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The grant encompasses a comprehensive range of business development activities aimed at improving various facets of a company's growth strategy, operational efficiency, and market reach.
  • Projects can span across strategic financial planning and enhancement of management practices.
  • It supports the establishment of legal frameworks such as incorporation and shareholders agreements.
  • Provides extensive help with human resources and training programs to ensure a skilled workforce.
  • Encourages leveraging intellectual property and implementing robust sales strategies.
  • Capable of facilitating international expansion for eligible businesses.
  • Emphasis on innovation through R&D tax credits and commercialization tactics.

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