How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 200000% of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is 2024-09-04T23:59:00Z.

Who are the financial supporters of the Stand With Owners — Telus Business?

Stand With Owners — Telus Business is funded by Telus

What are Stand With Owners — Telus Business's eligibility criterias?

The applicant must be a Canadian business owner. The business must be currently operational at the time of application. Sole proprietors are eligible if the business is established and generating revenue.

Stand With Owners — Telus Business

Last Update: June 19, 2025

Canada

Business funding and national recognition opportunity through TELUS

Stand With Owners — Telus Business at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $200,000

Timeline

Open Date : June 4, 2024
Closing date : September 4, 2024

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

All industries

Grant Providers

Telus

Status

Open

Overview of the Stand With Owners — Telus Business program

The Stand With Owners — Telus Business program offers up to $200,000 in funding, technology, and business exposure to Canadian businesses that demonstrate innovation, resilience, and community impact. The initiative supports a wide range of business activities, including technological advancement, community engagement, and growth strategies.

Financing terms and conditions

5 grand prize winners will each receive $200,000 in funding, technology, and exposure.
15 winners will each receive $20,000 in funding and technology.
An additional 15 owners will receive business exposure as part of the prize, but no direct financial award is specified.

Eligible projects & activities

Innovative projects demonstrating adaptation and differentiation in the Canadian business landscape.
Initiatives that leverage teamwork and community networks to foster business growth.
Projects aimed at making communities more sustainable, diverse, equitable, and inclusive.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 200,000

Creation of a mobile application to connect local farmers with consumers

$ 200,000

Development of an automated system to reduce food waste in supermarkets

$ 200,000

Implementation of an online platform for fair trade of artisanal products

Eligibility criteria of the Stand With Owners — Telus Business program

The business must be operating within Canada.
Applicants can include sole proprietors, not-for-profits, registered charities, and social enterprises, as long as they primarily serve Canadian communities.
The business must be currently up and running at the time of application.
Businesses of all sizes, stages, industries, and communities across Canada are eligible to apply.

Who is eligible?

Canadian businesses of all sizes and stages
Sole proprietors that are established and generating revenue
Not-for-profit organizations
Registered charities
Social enterprises operating within Canada and serving Canadian communities

Eligible expenses

Funding allocated to business growth and development.
Technology solutions and tools to support business operations.
Exposure opportunities to promote business visibility.

Eligible geographic areas

Businesses operating within Canada
Organizations serving Canadian communities

Eligibility criteria of the Stand With Owners — Telus Business program

Demonstration of innovation and adaptation to stand out and grow the business.
Illustration of the value and impact of your support network, including employees, mentors, volunteers, family, friends, or others.
Evidence of giving back to the community, such as making the business or its activities more sustainable, diverse, equitable, and inclusive.

How to apply to the Stand With Owners — Telus Business program

Review Contest Rules

Read the detailed contest rules to understand eligibility and application requirements.
Ensure your business meets all criteria, including type and revenue streams.

Reflect on Themes

Consider the themes of Passion, Purpose, and Perseverance your application should highlight.
Gather specific examples from your business journey to demonstrate these themes.

Prepare Application Content

Draft a compelling narrative for your application that includes your business's story, impact, and growth.
Highlight your use of technology and innovation in your business operations.

Complete Online Application

Visit the official application portal between June 4, 2024, and September 4, 2024.
Fill out the online application form with the necessary details about your business.

Submit Application

Review your application for completeness and accuracy before submitting.
Submit your application before the deadline of 11:59 pm ET on September 4, 2024.

Confirmation

Await confirmation that your application has been received.
Keep any reference number or email notification for tracking purposes.

Additional information

Since 2020, the program has committed over $6 million to supporting business owners across Canada.
Winners will be announced and celebrated on October 21, 2025.
Supplementary exposure is available for certain winners, in addition to funding and technology prizes.
An internal TELUS panel consisting of company executives reviews all applications.