My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator - ON - Canada

My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator

grant_single|update January 24, 2025
ON, Canada
Business advice in Southern Ontario communities

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  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Expert Advice
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  • grant_single|allIndustries
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  • My Main Street
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grant_card_status|open

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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.

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$ 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

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There are several eligible types of companies for this grant. They include:
  • Small businesses
  • Retailers
  • Restaurants
  • Service-based businesses

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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

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

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.

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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

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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.

Apply to this program

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