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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,900
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Investor Speak™ helps women and non-binary founders improve their investor Q&A skills and become more investment ready. Full bursaries are available to cover the $2,900 program fee for selected participants.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Develop workforce skills
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,900 $
- Minimum amount : 2,900 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Startups
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Investor Q&A training and practice.
- Weekly cohort meetups and group support.
- Business advisory sessions related to funding readiness.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women founders
- Non-binary founders
- BC business owners
- Incorporated companies or businesses ready to incorporate
Eligible expenses
- Program fee covered by full bursaries.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Virtual delivery for some cohorts
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for fit with the program stage and cohort.
- Previous applications may be considered for future cohorts.
- Applicants are notified through the intake process.
Additional information
- Spaces are limited for each cohort.
- Some cohorts are offered virtually.
- Applicants already submitted may not need to apply again for a new intake.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Investor Speak™ Program Program
What is the Investor Speak™ Program?
Investor Speak™ helps women and non-binary founders improve their investor Q&A skills and become more investment ready. Full bursaries are available to cover the $2,900 program fee for selected participants.
How much funding can be received?
Investor Speak™ Program Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,900 per project.
Who is eligible for the Investor Speak™ Program program?
To be eligible for the Investor Speak™ Program program, you must:
Woman or non-binary founder
BC-based business
Incorporated or ready to incorporate
What expenses are eligible under Investor Speak™ Program?
Investor Q&A training and practice.
Weekly cohort meetups and group support.
Business advisory sessions related to funding readiness.
Where is the Investor Speak™ Program available?
The Investor Speak™ Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Investor Speak™ Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Investor Speak™ Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Investor Speak™ Program?
Investor Speak™ Program is funded by WeBC