Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba — Advice
Last Update: July 22, 2025
MN, Canada
Business advice for Manitoba women entrepreneurs
Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba — Advice at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : July 9, 2024
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba
Program status
Open
Overview of the Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba — Advice program
Free, confidential, one-on-one guidance at every business level and stage, as well as help with business plans and loan applications.
Eligible projects & activities
The Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba offers business guidance to women entrepreneurs in Manitoba, facilitating their progress at various business stages. Eligible activities under this program focus on providing business planning, legal guidance, and entrepreneurial mentorship.
- Business plan preparation, specifically for loan applications.
- Assistance with required legal documents for business operations.
- General business guidance and mentorship tailored to individual needs.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 4,500
Preparing business plan for launching a new eco-friendly fashion brand
$ 4,000
Developing a comprehensive business plan for a new community bakery
$ 3,000
Assisting with general business inquiries for a start-up tech hub
$ 3,500
Supporting general business inquiries for an indigenous cooperative
$ 3,300
Supporting loan application for expanding an organic grocery store
$ 4,500
Providing legal documentation assistance to expand a local farmers' market
Eligibility criteria of the Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba — Advice program
Eligibility for the business advisory services is based on certain criteria related to the applicant's profile.
- The applicant must be a woman residing in Manitoba.
- The applicant must be seeking business guidance or support.
Who is eligible?
This business advisory service is available to women in Manitoba seeking confidential, one-on-one business guidance at no cost, facilitated by experienced advisors who assist in various business-related aspects.
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant.
- Business plan preparation
- Legal document assistance
- Loan application support
- General business inquiries
Eligible geographic areas
This service is specifically offered to women entrepreneurs in Manitoba. All sessions focus on assisting Manitoba women in various aspects of their business development.
- Women entrepreneurs residing in Manitoba.
Eligibility criteria of the Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba — Advice program
The grant has specific evaluation and selection criteria to assess applicants:
- Alignment of business plan with grant objectives
- Demonstrated need for funding
- Potential for business growth and sustainability
- Clear articulation of business goals and strategies
- Ability to meet reporting requirements
How to apply to the Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba — Advice program
1
Initial Contact
- Contact the Centre by calling 204-988-1860 or sending an email to request guidance.
- Specify if you need translator-assisted services in Bengali, French, German, Hindi, Russian, Ukrainian, or Yoruba.
2
Assessment and Guidance
- Participate in an assessment to determine your business stage and next steps.
- Discuss your business needs with an advisor to tailor support effectively.
3
Business Plan Preparation
- Work with a Business Advisor to prepare your business plan for a loan application.
- Gather necessary legal documents and other supportive materials.
4
Application Submission Support
- Get support from the Business Advisor in finalizing and submitting your application.
- Review all documents and application forms thoroughly before submission.
Additional information
Here is additional relevant detail for this grant:
- Translator-assisted services are available in Bengali, French, German, Hindi, Russian, Ukrainian, and Yoruba upon request.
Contact Women's Enterprise Centre of Manitoba
204-988-1860
Apply to this program
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