Creative Entrepreneurship Program
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Overview
Get assistance in developing skills and starting or growing your craft business through workshops, funding, wholesale and export opportunities, mentorship connections, and training to support sustainable craft practices in Unama’ki-Cape Breton.
At a glance
Funding available
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop an online presence
- Increase operational productivity
- Varies by project
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Eligible candidates
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
- Nova Scotia
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
- All revenue ranges
- All organization sizes
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
Activities funded
The Creative Entrepreneurship Program offers various avenues to enhance business skills and growth for craftspeople in Unama’ki-Cape Breton. Activities encompass development workshops, market connectivity, and skill-based mentorship aligned with sustainable craft practices.
- Business skills development workshops tailored for craftspeople.
- Access to funding opportunities for production and expansion.
- Opportunities for wholesale and export to broaden market reach.
- Mentorship connections to enhance skills and business acumen.
- Training sessions focused on sustainable crafting practices.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
The program is open to makers at all stages of their careers, from emerging creators to late-career makers, who are based in Unama’ki-Cape Breton. It is designed to support individuals who want to enhance their craft, seek opportunities to expand their practice, explore new markets, or pass on their skills. These include:- Emerging creators- Mid-career practitioners- Established producers- Late career makers
Eligible expenses
Eligible activities for this grant focus on enhancing the business skills of craft producers in Unama’ki-Cape Breton. The program aims to support makers at all stages by facilitating professional development and market expansion opportunities.
- Conducting workshops to develop business and marketing skills specific to craftspeople.
- Providing wholesale and export opportunities to access new markets.
- Offering mentorship connections to support sustainable craft practices.
- Delivering training sessions to improve productivity and growth capacity.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to craftspeople located in a specific region to support their business growth and development. The eligible geographical area for applicants is defined to enhance local creative entrepreneurship.
- Unama’ki–Cape Breton.
Selection criteria
The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are designed to support craftspeople in enhancing their business skills and reaching new markets.
- Demonstrated need for business skills development in the craft industry.
- Potential for growth and expansion within the craft market.
- Commitment to sustainable craft practices.
- Engagement with mentoring and community partnership opportunities.
- Capacity to leverage workshops and training for business advancement.
How to apply
Research available grants
- Identify potential grants suited to your project or business
- Read eligibility criteria to ensure compliance
- Note deadlines and requirements for each grant
Prepare required documents
- Gather all necessary documents (business plan, financial statements, CV, etc.)
- Write a clear and convincing description of your project or business
- Tailor document content to the specific requirements of the grant
Write the application
- Complete all forms required by the granting agency
- Review the application to ensure it is complete and error-free
- Obtain letters of recommendation or support if necessary
Submit the application
- Send the application through the specified means (online, mail, etc.)
- Confirm receipt of the application by the granting agency
- Keep a copy of the application and submitted documents for future reference
Follow-up
- Follow instructions for any additional communication with the granting agency
- Prepare a follow-up if a response is not received within a reasonable time frame
- Take note of feedback or suggestions received to improve future applications
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Participation in the program could lead to increased visibility through features in the CRAFT PAPER newsletter.
- The program aims to build ongoing relationships between makers and community partners to establish long-term support structures.
- Participants may have the opportunity to present and sell their work at regional showcases facilitated by the program.
- Networking opportunities will be facilitated for makers to connect with industry leaders and successful peers.