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Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 16, 2024
- Closing date : August 11, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Join a 4-month accelerator program and get access to expert advice, mentorship and leadership coaching to scale your business rapidly.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 16, 2024
- Closing date : August 11, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
Annual revenue
- $ 200,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Women & girls
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The ELLA Altitude program offers activities tailored to support women entrepreneurs in rapidly scaling their businesses. It provides mentorship, strategy development, and leadership coaching distinctly designed to foster business growth.
- Mentorship pairing to define business goals and provide guidance to achieve them.
- Strategic planning with a fractional executive in key areas such as marketing, operations, or finance.
- Access to leadership coaching to enhance leadership abilities and personal development.
- Participation in an inclusive community of diverse women entrepreneurs for networking and support.
- Growth strategy development facilitated by dedicated mentors for reaching new customers and markets.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
Yes, there are eligible types of companies for the ELLA Altitude program. These include women-owned businesses, non-profits, and social enterprises that meet specific criteria.
- Women-owned businesses with at least 50% ownership
- Non-profits
- Social enterprises
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses may include:
- Business operations costs
- Marketing expenses
- Professional development fees
- Technology and software upgrades
Eligible geographic areas
The ELLA Altitude program is designed specifically for businesses located in Canada. This geographical constraint ensures participants share similar market conditions, allowing for a more cohesive and relevant program experience.
- Businesses located in Canada.
Additional information
ELLA Altitude is an accelerator program aimed at helping women entrepreneurs scale their businesses through expert mentorship, strategic guidance, and leadership development.
- Applications open on July 16, 2024
- Applications close on August 11, 2024
- Program duration is from October 2024 to January 2025
- Participants must be women entrepreneurs with at least 50% business ownership
- Business must have annual revenues of at least $200,000
- Business must be located in Canada
- Attendance at various sessions is mandatory unless otherwise arranged
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the ELLA Altitude Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the ELLA Altitude. 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 ELLA Altitude?
Join a 4-month accelerator program and get access to expert advice, mentorship and leadership coaching to scale your business rapidly.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was August 11, 2024.
Who is eligible for the ELLA Altitude program?
To be eligible for the ELLA Altitude program, you must:
The applicant must be a woman entrepreneur with at least 50% ownership of a registered business, non-profit, or social enterprise.
The business must earn at least $200,000 in annual revenues, with special considerations for non-profit organizations and social enterprises.
The business must be located in Canada.
What expenses are eligible under ELLA Altitude?
The ELLA Altitude program offers activities tailored to support women entrepreneurs in rapidly scaling their businesses. It provides mentorship, strategy development, and leadership coaching distinctly designed to foster business growth. Mentorship pairing to define business goals and provide guidance to achieve them.
Strategic planning with a fractional executive in key areas such as marketing, operations, or finance.
Access to leadership coaching to enhance leadership abilities and personal development.
Participation in an inclusive community of diverse women entrepreneurs for networking and support.
Growth strategy development facilitated by dedicated mentors for reaching new customers and markets.
Who can I contact for more information about the ELLA Altitude?
You can contact York University by email at ellawomen@yorku.ca or by phone at 416-736-2100.
Where is the ELLA Altitude available?
The ELLA Altitude program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the ELLA Altitude?
ELLA Altitude is funded by York University
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