Closed
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 27, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
YWCA Hamilton supports women-led businesses and women entrepreneurs with coaching, mentoring, business training, and digital support. Programs include business planning, financial literacy, e-commerce, marketing, and self-employment learning, but no funding amount is stated.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop an online presence
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : March 27, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Startups
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- One-on-one business coaching and advising
- Business plan training and mentoring
- Digital business support and online skills training
- Financial literacy and small business training
- Self-employment discovery and startup support
Documents Needed
- Completed online registration or appointment request form
- Basic contact information
- Business status and business description
- Selected areas of support or questions
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Women-led small businesses
- Women entrepreneurs
- Women business owners
- Women and non-binary small business owners
- Startups
Eligible geographic areas
- Southern Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants submit a registration or appointment request.
- The organization reviews the request and schedules a virtual session.
- For Business Advisor On Call, applicants receive a Zoom invitation with the meeting details.
- For PowerUp Ready, selected applicants are notified by the listed acceptance date.
Additional information
- Services are offered through YWCA Hamilton’s Milli Gould Entrepreneurial Centre.
- Some programs are delivered virtually on Zoom.
- Participants may receive one-on-one support from business advisors or coaches.
- Access to webinars may continue after the first session, if registered.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the YWCA Hamilton Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the YWCA Hamilton. 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 YWCA Hamilton?
YWCA Hamilton supports women-led businesses and women entrepreneurs with coaching, mentoring, business training, and digital support. Programs include business planning, financial literacy, e-commerce, marketing, and self-employment learning, but no funding amount is stated.
Who is eligible for the YWCA Hamilton program?
To be eligible for the YWCA Hamilton program, you must:
Women-led small businesses
Women and non-binary business owners
Startups and existing businesses
What expenses are eligible under YWCA Hamilton?
One-on-one business coaching and advising
Business plan training and mentoring
Digital business support and online skills training
Financial literacy and small business training
Self-employment discovery and startup support
Who can I contact for more information about the YWCA Hamilton?
You can contact YWCA Hamilton by email at rmorrison@ywcahamilton.org or by phone at none.
Where is the YWCA Hamilton available?
The YWCA Hamilton program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the YWCA Hamilton?
YWCA Hamilton is funded by YWCA Hamilton