PARO Services

Q: How much funding can be received?

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

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the PARO Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PARO Services is a Expert Advice

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the PARO Services?

PARO Services is funded by PARO Centre for Women's Enterprise

Q: Who is eligible for the PARO Services program?

To be eligible for the PARO Services program, you must: • Applicants must be women planning to start or grow a small or medium-sized business or a social enterprise. • Businesses must be located in Ontario.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the PARO Services?

You can contact PARO Centre for Women's Enterprise.

Q: Where is the PARO Services available?

The PARO Services program is available the province of ON.

Q: Are women eligible for the PARO Services program?

Yes, women are eligible to apply for the PARO Services program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

ON, Canada

Support and networking services for women entrepreneurs in Ontario

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Open Date : November 14, 2019

Financing Type

Expert Advice

Eligible Industries

All industries

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

Services and programs for start-up, growth and networking, specializing in women in business, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and social enterprises.

Activities funded

Programs to help women start their new businesses through business development, advisory services, and technical resources.
Resources and support for business growth, including advising on decision-making and facilitating connections.
Opportunities for expanding business networks among women entrepreneurs.
Workshops, conferences, and events for personal and professional development.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 7,000

Expansion of an organic urban farming initiative

$ 8,000

Technology upgrade for a women's shelter

$ 7,500

Creation of a networking platform for women in tech

$ 6,000

Development of a health and wellness app for women

$ 7,000

Online marketplace expansion for Indigenous artisans

Eligibility

Eligibility for support from the PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise is centered around specific characteristics of the entrepreneurs and businesses they aim to empower.

The applicant must be a woman or identify as a woman entrepreneur.
The business must be located in Ontario, Canada.
The applicant's business should be a small or medium-sized enterprise or a social enterprise.
The applicant should demonstrate a need for business development, growth, or networking support.

Who is eligible?

PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise supports Ontario women involved in small and medium-sized businesses and social enterprises. Their programs are specially tailored for women looking to start, grow, or network their businesses. Women entrepreneurs seeking to leverage business development services, advisory support, and networking opportunities are eligible to engage with PARO's services.

Eligible expenses

The eligible projects under this grant are aimed at supporting women in Ontario to establish, grow, and network their businesses. These activities are designed to facilitate business development, provide advisory support, and enhance networking opportunities for women entrepreneurs.

Starting a new business with business development programs, advisory services, and technical resources.
Growing existing businesses through advisory support and resource facilitation to achieve next-level growth.
Building networks to develop new connections and improve business operations.
Participating in workshops, conferences, and events for personal and professional development.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant specifically supports women in business within Ontario. The focus is on enhancing economic development and empowering female entrepreneurs in this region.

Businesses and social enterprises located in Ontario.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

Business viability and sustainability
Economic impact
Alignment with PARO's mission and values
Evidence of need and benefits

How to apply

Preparation of documents

Complete the grant application form
Prepare a detailed business plan
Gather relevant financial documents

Submission of the application

Send the application form and required documents to PARO
Wait for confirmation of receipt of the application

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

Ponder upon the workshops, conferences, and events offered regularly for continuous personal and business development in connection with your application.
The PARO Centre supports the business journey at all stages, from start-up to growth and networking, which should be reflected in your business plan or proposal to showcase relevance.
Utilizing PARO's resources, like the myPAROPath Login or the B2B database, could enhance your application by demonstrating alignment with their support services.
Grantees benefit from connections and advisory services to facilitate decision-making, showcasing a collaborative approach in your application.
Communicating with the PARO Centre through their various contact options might provide additional insights or clarity on applications.

Documents and links

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Frequently Asked Questions about the PARO Services Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the PARO Services. 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 PARO Services?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under PARO Services?

PARO Services offers a range of programs and resources aimed at empowering women in Ontario to start and grow their businesses, enhance networking, and facilitate personal and professional development. Eligible activities are designed to support business initiation, growth strategies, and network building. Programs to help women start their new businesses through business development, advisory services, and technical resources. Resources and support for business growth, including advising on decision-making and facilitating connections. Opportunities for expanding business networks among women entrepreneurs. Workshops, conferences, and events for personal and professional development.