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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
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
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PEI Business Women's Association — Micro-Grant. 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 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