CEIM — Coaching and Consulting Services
QC, Canada
Expertise for Quebec start-up companies
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- grant_single|openingDateJuly 09, 2024
- grant_single|closingDateJuly 09, 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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There are several projects and activities eligible for this grant, including:
- Evaluation of market potential
- Go-to-market strategies
- Business plan, strategic and financial planning
- Partnerships
- Financing strategies
- Human resource management
- Bookkeeping
- Management control systems
- Commercial diagnostic
- Lead generation (inbound and outbound)
- SEO & SEM campaigns
- Outsourcing of sales representatives
- Sales and customer service coaching
- Sales training
- International business development
- Accounting services (incl. tax and audit)
- Incorporation
- Shareholders agreements
- Employment contracts
- Licensing/Distribution agreements
- Intellectual Property
- R&D tax credits
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$20,000
Toronto
Implement an international business development plan for a high-tech startup
$13,000
Halifax
Set up management control systems for a nonprofit arts organization
$16,000
Calgary
Create a robust business plan and strategic planning for a food cooperative
$12,000
Vancouver
Develop a go-to-market strategy for a new eco-friendly product line
$14,000
Ottawa
Launch an inbound lead generation campaign for a tech consultancy
$15,000
Montreal
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 grant covers expenses related to business development, operational improvements, and strategic planning.
- Market research and evaluation of market potential.
- Development and implementation of go-to-market strategies.
- Business plan creation and strategic financial planning.
- Fostering partnerships and collaborations.
- Formulating financing strategies.
- Improving human resource management procedures.
- Bookkeeping and management control systems enhancements.
- Commercial diagnostic processes.
- Execution of commercialization tactics.
- Lead generation activities, including inbound and outbound methods.
- SEO & SEM campaign implementations.
- Outsourcing services for sales representatives.
- Sales and customer service coaching and training.
- Strategies for international business development.
- Accounting services, including tax and audit assessments.
- Corporate incorporation services.
- Drafting of shareholders agreements.
- Preparation of employment contracts.
- Licensing and distribution agreements.
- Intellectual property support.
- Claiming R&D tax credits.
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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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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Preliminary Consultation
- Contact the grant provider for an initial consultation to discuss eligibility and program fit.
- Gather information on required documents and timelines specific to the grant.
- Step 2: Develop Project Outline
- Define project goals and scope in line with the grant’s focus areas such as market potential or international business development.
- Outline the strategic approach and resources needed to achieve these goals.
- Step 3: Compile Required Documents
- Prepare a comprehensive business plan covering all relevant sections such as financial planning, partnerships, and financing strategies.
- Include all legal and organizational documents required like incorporation papers, shareholder agreements, and employment contracts.
- Prepare supporting documents such as letters of intent from partners or financial statements.
- Step 4: Application Completion
- Complete the application form available on the grant provider's portal.
- Attach all supporting documents and ensure all parts of the application are filled accurately.
- Step 5: Submit Application
- Submit the completed application form along with all required documents via the designated submission method (e.g., online portal, email, or postal service).
- Ensure submission is done before the deadline stipulated by the grant provider.
- Step 6: Confirmation and Follow-up
- Receive a confirmation of receipt from the grant provider with an application reference number.
- Follow up if necessary to confirm the application is under review.
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Optimize Your Business Strategy with Our Grant Support
This grant offers comprehensive support to businesses aiming to refine their market strategies and enhance operational efficiency. From financial planning to international business development, this funding opportunity is designed to facilitate growth through specialized services and expert guidance.
Expansive Insights into Grant Benefits and Business Enhancement
Our grant is tailored to assist businesses in executing well-rounded, strategic operations that span beyond mere fiscal aid. By integrating services such as commercialization tactics, inbound and outbound lead generation, and advanced SEO & SEM campaigns, the grant ensures businesses are equipped with contemporary tools essential for competing in today's fast-paced market environment. One aspect that sets this grant apart is its focus on commercial diagnostics and go-to-market strategies, which are pivotal in understanding and penetrating new markets efficiently.
Successful applicants will benefit from dedicated support in developing robust business plans, strategic financial planning, and the creation of resilient partnership frameworks. This is vital for companies looking to secure a competitive edge while managing potential risks through effective risk evaluation and mitigation strategies. Furthermore, the grant aids businesses in formulating dynamic financing strategies, essential for maintaining liquidity and ensuring sustainable growth.
On the operational front, participants will gain access to invaluable resources in human resource management and management control systems. Tailored assistance in managing and optimizing these areas can lead to enhanced productivity, reduced overhead costs, and improved compliance with both local and international regulations. The grant also includes expert consultation in bookkeeping and accounting services, guaranteeing that financial records remain accurate and compliant with tax and audit requirements.
This funding opportunity is not limited to domestic growth plans. Businesses seeking international expansion will find this grant particularly beneficial, as it encompasses international business development strategies, offering insights and support in navigating foreign markets. Through licensing and distribution agreements assistance, companies can expand their reach without the burdens associated with traditional operational models, thereby ensuring a broader market presence with reduced risk.
Furthermore, businesses aiming to safeguard their innovations can leverage guidance on intellectual property rights and R&D tax credits, fostering an environment where innovation is not only encouraged but protected and financially supported. Incorporation and structuring assistance, including shareholders' agreements and employment contracts, further ensure that the internal organization of the business is as structured and flexible as its external approach to market challenges.
In conclusion, this grant represents not only a financial catalyst but a strategic partner in achieving business excellence. By providing access to comprehensive, practical resources and expert-driven services, it empowers businesses to not only meet current market demands but to anticipate future trends and prepare proactively. The grant supports businesses in building robust, adaptable operational frameworks that drive both immediate success and long-term innovation, ensuring that they remain relevant and prosperous in an ever-evolving economic landscape.
