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PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant
Non-repayable funding for women-led businesses in PEI
Last Update: June 8, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
The PEI Business Women’s Association Micro-Grant offers five non-repayable grants of $1,000 each. It supports business start-up and growth activities such as registration, marketing, website development, and equipment or technology purchases.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop an online presence
- Start a business
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Prince Edward Island
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting a new business
- Growing an existing business
- Launching marketing, branding, or website initiatives
- Purchasing business equipment or technology
Documents Needed
- Online application form
- Letter of Acceptance/Funding Agreement
- Completion Report
- Related financial documentation
- Copies of receipts or paid invoices
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- PEIBWA student, retiree, small business, or business members in good standing
- Women entrepreneurs in Prince Edward Island
- Idea-stage, growth-stage, and established businesses
Who is not eligible
- PEIBWA Board members, employees, and their households or immediate family members
- Non-profit organizations, community organizations, and municipalities
- Businesses with a defaulted outstanding debt obligation on file in the Province’s Central Default Registry
Eligible expenses
- Business registration fees
- Promotional video and photography
- Design, copywriting, printing, and website costs
- Domain name registration
- Marketing expenses and business equipment or technology purchases
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Illegal activities or activities that violate PEIBWA Code of Conduct
- Outstanding debts
- Current operating costs such as rent or wages
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward Island
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the online application form
- Access the application form on the PEIBWA website.
- Submit the form online.
- Step 2: Receive confirmation
- Receive an electronic confirmation that your application was received.
- Step 3: Await review and decision
- PEIBWA reviews the submission and notifies applicants by email.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a selection committee.
- Applicants are notified of the outcome by email.
- Successful applicants must sign a Letter of Acceptance/Funding Agreement.
- Successful applicants must submit a completion report and financial documents for final payment.
Additional information
- Applications are confidential and kept on file by PEIBWA.
- Unsuccessful applicants may resubmit eligible projects at the next call.
- Successful applicants may be invited to present their project at a PEIBWA event.
- A completion report template is provided with the funding agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant Program
What is the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant?
The PEI Business Women’s Association Micro-Grant offers five non-repayable grants of $1,000 each. It supports business start-up and growth activities such as registration, marketing, website development, and equipment or technology purchases.
How much funding can be received?
PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant program?
To be eligible for the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant program, you must:
PEIBWA member in good standing
Resident of Prince Edward Island
Idea, growth, or established stage
What expenses are eligible under PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant?
Starting a new business
Growing an existing business
Launching marketing, branding, or website initiatives
Purchasing business equipment or technology
Who can I contact for more information about the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant?
You can contact Prince Edward Island Business Women's Association (PEIBWA) by email at office@peibwa.org or by phone at 902-892-6040.
Where is the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant available?
The PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.
Is the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant is a Grant and Funding