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 PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant?

PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant is funded by Prince Edward Island Business Women's Association

What are PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant's eligibility criterias?

Must be a PEIBWA member in good standing residing in PEI Open to businesses at idea, growth, or established stages Not open to non-profits, community organizations, or municipalities

PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant

Last Update: July 29, 2025

PE, Canada

Funding and business support for women entrepreneurs in PEI

PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant at a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Receipt of requests is now closed

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Prince Edward Island Business Women's Association

Status

Closed

Overview of the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant program

The PEI Business Women's Association Micro-Grant provides non-repayable financial support to women entrepreneurs at any business stage who are PEIBWA members residing in Prince Edward Island. The program aims to assist with business development by funding activities such as starting, growing, or strengthening women-led businesses.

Eligible projects & activities

Launching a new business project or entrepreneurial idea.
Expanding or growing an existing business.
Supporting established women-led enterprises with new initiatives.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 38,200

Implementation of a digital platform for artisan cooperative sales

$ 55,000

Development of accessible outdoor fitness zones for park users

$ 21,420

Acquisition of adapted computer equipment for inclusive employment

$ 18,700

Retrofitting office lighting to LED for energy savings

$ 46,970

Purchase and installation of energy-efficient commercial kitchen appliances

$ 34,900

Launch of zero-waste packaging pilot for food retailer

Eligibility criteria of the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant program

The applicant must be a member of the PEI Business Women's Association (PEIBWA) in good standing.
The applicant must be a resident of Prince Edward Island (PEI).
The grant is open to applicants at all business stages, including idea, growth, and established businesses.

Who is eligible?

Women entrepreneurs at the idea stage
Women-owned growth-stage businesses
Established women-owned businesses

Who is not eligible

Non-profit organizations.
Community organizations.
Municipalities.
PEIBWA Board members, employees, and their households, and immediate family members.
Businesses with a defaulted outstanding debt obligation on file in the Province’s Central Default Registry.

Eligible geographic areas

Prince Edward Island (PEI)

How to apply to the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant program

Check eligibility requirements

Review the eligibility requirements for the PEIBWA Micro-Grant
Ensure you are a PEIBWA member in good standing and meet residency criteria
Confirm you or your business is not otherwise ineligible

Complete the online application

Access the online application form via the PEIBWA website
Fill in the requested information in all required fields

Submit the application

Submit your completed application form through the PEIBWA portal
Ensure submission is before the application deadline
Check for electronic confirmation of your application receipt

Await funding decision

Wait to be notified by email regarding the outcome of your application
Monitor your email for further instructions or a decision on your application

Additional information

Applications are only accepted via the online form provided on the PEIBWA website.
Applicants will receive an electronic confirmation upon submission of their application.
Successful applicants must wait two years after receiving a micro-grant before reapplying.
Frequently asked questions regarding the program are available on the PEIBWA website.