How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator?

My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator is funded by My Main Street

What are My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator's eligibility criterias?

Eligibility criteria not mentioned

My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator

Last Update: January 24, 2025

ON, Canada

Business advice in Southern Ontario communities

My Main Street — Local Business Accelerator at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Continuous Intakes

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

My Main Street

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.

Apply to this program

Assistance for innovative startups and entrepreneurs