My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator
Last Update: July 22, 2025
ON, Canada
Business advice in Southern Ontario communities
My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- My Main Street
Program status
Open
Overview of the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator program
Receive access to data insights, community resources and referrals, funding, and market research information through a dedicated program ambassador to revitalize and develop your business plans within your community.
Eligible projects & activities
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 15,000
Developing a digital marketing workshop series for small businesses
$ 7,000
Enhancing local public art with a mural project
$ 30,000
Launching a pop-up art gallery to support local artists and stimulate the downtown economy
$ 40,000
Organizing an annual community festival to boost local commerce and community engagement
Eligibility criteria of the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator program
Who is eligible?
There are several eligible types of companies for this grant. They include:
- Small businesses
- Retailers
- Restaurants
- Service-based businesses
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. The grant can be used for business rent, utilities, payroll, and COVID-19 related expenses.
- Business rent
- Utilities
- Payroll
- COVID-19 related expenses
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is targeted for businesses specifically located in Southern Ontario, as it is funded by the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario. The geographical eligibility is thereby confined within the regions identified by this funding agency.
- Companies located in Southern Ontario.
Eligibility criteria of the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator program
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant:
- Alignment with program goals
- Demonstrated need for the funds
- Feasibility of the proposed project
- Creative and innovative ideas
Additional information
There are additional resources provided to help applicants with the application process:
- Webinars and workshops are available to provide guidance on the application requirements.
- A help desk is set up to address any specific questions or concerns applicants may have.
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