Last verified: June 2026
Ontario program for people starting, expanding, or buying a small business. Recipients get one-on-one advising, business workshops, and a mentor through a local Small Business Enterprise Centre. Selected applicants can also receive a grant of up to $5,000. You must contribute at least 25 percent of the grant amount in cash or in kind.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityUp to $10,000,000 (most awards much smaller)
GRANTUp to $500,000 (most awards under $100K)
GRANT50% of costs up to $12,500, plus up to $2,500 for AODA upgrades and bonuses for multi-unit properties