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Consulting Advisory Services
Funds for business advisory services in Newfoundland and Labrador
Last Update: March 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Location
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
Get up to 75% of professional fees and costs reimbursed (maximum $5,000) for SMEs and non-profits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The Consulting Advisory Services grant supports small businesses and non-profit organizations in accessing professional consulting services. Eligible activities focus on diagnostic, management, trade, competitiveness, and financial assessments to enhance business growth and performance.
- Diagnostic Assessment: Evaluating specific or overall business operations to identify key issues and future prospects.
- Business Management Skills Development: Analyzing management practices and skills to identify performance enhancement opportunities.
- Trade Assessment: Evaluating areas related to trade, including export readiness and market strategies.
- Competitiveness Assessment: Analyzing capabilities to improve competitiveness through skills training and innovation.
- Access to Capital: Identifying optimal sources for accessing capital and overcoming related challenges.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Small businesses and non-profit organizations located in St. John's and Mount Pearl can apply for the Consultant Advisory Services grant. This grant provides financial assistance of up to 75% of professional fees and costs, with a maximum of $5,000 available.Eligible expenses
The eligible activities for the Consultant Advisory Services grant include diagnostic assessments and skill development evaluations addressing specific business needs. These activities are designed to help businesses and not-for-profits in St. John's and Mount Pearl overcome operational challenges and explore new opportunities.
- Diagnostic Assessment: Analysis of specific areas within the client's operation, with recommendations for growth.
- Business Management Skills Development: Evaluation of management practices to enhance performance.
- Trade Assessment: Analysis of marketing and distribution strategies with a focus on expanding trade.
- Competitiveness Assessment: Improvement of business competitiveness through skills training and innovation.
- Access to Capital: Recommendations for accessing financial resources and addressing capital challenges.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to small businesses and non-profit organizations located in specific geographical areas. The focus is on regions where businesses can benefit significantly from enhanced consulting capabilities.
- Small businesses and non-profit organizations in St. John's.
- Small businesses and non-profit organizations in Mount Pearl.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Taxes such as HST are not reimbursable through the program.
- The consultant is allowed a quick turnaround time which facilitates addressing urgent business challenges.
- The application process benefits from an initial consultation with Metro Business Opportunities staff to clarify eligibility and application steps.
- Clients must ensure proposals are specifically aligned with their distinct business challenges or opportunities for the application to be considered valid.
- There is a quick turnaround time for the application processing, helping businesses and nonprofits address challenges swiftly.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Consulting Advisory Services Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Consulting Advisory Services. 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 Consulting Advisory Services?
Get up to 75% of professional fees and costs reimbursed (maximum $5,000) for SMEs and non-profits.
How much funding can be received?
Consulting Advisory Services Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Consulting Advisory Services program?
To be eligible for the Consulting Advisory Services program, you must:
Available to small businesses and non-profit organizations in St. John's and Mount Pearl.
What expenses are eligible under Consulting Advisory Services?
The Consulting Advisory Services grant supports small businesses and non-profit organizations in accessing professional consulting services. Eligible activities focus on diagnostic, management, trade, competitiveness, and financial assessments to enhance business growth and performance. Diagnostic Assessment: Evaluating specific or overall business operations to identify key issues and future prospects.
Business Management Skills Development: Analyzing management practices and skills to identify performance enhancement opportunities.
Trade Assessment: Evaluating areas related to trade, including export readiness and market strategies.
Competitiveness Assessment: Analyzing capabilities to improve competitiveness through skills training and innovation.
Access to Capital: Identifying optimal sources for accessing capital and overcoming related challenges.
Who can I contact for more information about the Consulting Advisory Services?
You can contact Metro Business Opportunities.
Where is the Consulting Advisory Services available?
The Consulting Advisory Services program is available the province of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island.
Is the Consulting Advisory Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Consulting Advisory Services is a Expert Advice
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