Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan — All Access Expert Advice
Last Update: January 24, 2025
SK, Canada
Business advice for Saskatchewan women entrepreneurs
Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan — All Access Expert Advice at a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Continuous Intakes
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Grant Providers
- Government of Saskatchewan
- Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan (WESK)
Status
Open
Overview of the Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan — All Access Expert Advice program
Get one-on-one advice from marketing, legal, accounting, and bookkeeping experts to help grow or scale up your business.
Eligible projects & activities
The Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan (WESK) Expert Access Program provides valuable opportunities for female business leaders to gain guidance and advice from professionals in Saskatchewan. This initiative aims to support women entrepreneurs at various stages of their business journey through tailored professional advice in relevant areas.
- Connecting with legal experts to navigate business-related legal issues and documentation.
- Receiving accounting advice for effective financial management and compliance.
- Obtaining marketing insights to enhance business visibility and strategy.
- Accessing tax consulting and general business advisory services.
- Engaging with industry-specific experts to address unique business challenges.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 45,000
Creation of a mental health support network
$ 30,000
Expansion of a food bank service
$ 35,000
Establishment of a mobile legal clinic
$ 25,000
Developing an e-commerce platform for local artisans
$ 40,000
Opening a retail store for sustainable fashion
$ 15,000
Launch of a community garden project
Eligibility criteria of the Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan — All Access Expert Advice program
Eligibility for accessing the Expert Access Program is based on specific service needs and engagement with WESK.
- The applicant must be a member of WESK (Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan).
- The services sought must be within the scope of the Expert Access Program, such as receiving direction, understanding rules, considering factors, and investigating resources.
- Services that require experts to perform specific tasks on behalf of the applicant, such as filing taxes or writing contracts, are not eligible.
- The applicant must book an appointment with a WESK Business Advisor to prepare and schedule the meeting with an expert.
Who is eligible?
The Expert Access Program is designed for WESK members in Saskatchewan who are women entrepreneurs starting, growing, or scaling their business. Eligible participants must be seeking in-scope information and guidance, such as legal or accounting advice, rather than services that require the expert to perform tasks on their behalf.
Eligible expenses
The Expert Access Program provides WESK members with opportunities to receive tailored advice from professionals, aiding in their business development and growth. Eligible activities are centered around gaining guidance and insights, rather than execution of tasks.
- Receive guidance on business direction and strategic planning.
- Understanding legal and accounting frameworks relevant to business operations.
- Identifying and exploring available resources to support business growth.
- Review and advice on documentation completeness and comprehensiveness.
- Consultations with legal and financial experts for tailored advice.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant provides opportunities specifically for women entrepreneurs who are members of Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan (WESK). The program primarily targets businesses that are located in the province of Saskatchewan.
- Businesses located in Saskatchewan, Canada.
How to apply to the Women Entrepreneurs Saskatchewan — All Access Expert Advice program
1
Determine Eligibility
- Review in-scope services to ensure your required support is eligible under the Expert Access Program.
- Confirm that the assistance needed is advisory rather than executional, such as seeking guidance or reviewing documents.
2
Book Appointment with WESK Business Advisor
- Contact your WESK Business Advisor to discuss your business needs and confirm the type of expert required.
- Schedule a virtual meeting through the WESK platform with your advisor to plan out how to access the program effectively.
3
Prepare for Meeting
- Gather all relevant documents that need expert advice or review.
- Make a list of questions and topics to discuss with the expert to maximize the impact of your consultation.
4
Attend Virtual Meeting
- Participate in the scheduled virtual consultation with the expert.
- Discuss your business needs, obtain guidance, and take notes on advice provided by the expert.
5
Follow-Up
- Review the notes and action points from the consultation.
- Implement the received advice within your business planning or operations.
Additional information
The program provides legal and accounting support to WESK members by connecting them with professionals in Saskatchewan, with a focus on offering high-impact, low-barrier service. Here are the key additional points:
- Support is specifically for WESK members.
- The service covers in-scope legal and/or accounting information at no extra charge.
- Examples of in-scope services include guidance on rules, resources, and reviewing documents.
- Out of scope services include tasks like filing taxes or creating marketing plans.
- The program requires booking a virtual meeting with a WESK Business Advisor to access the experts.
- Experts come from reputable firms offering legal, accounting, marketing, and consulting services.
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