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Starting a business in Manitoba is actually a pretty straight-forward process, although we understand that it might seem a bit complicated right now. Between learning everything about business structures, licenses, permits, taxes, and all the forms you need to complete, getting a business set up can seem very overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created this guide: to help you take all the guesswork out of starting your Manitoba-based business.
Read More Business Resources Entrepreneur ResourcesCanada Small Business Financing Program
The Canada Small Business Financing Program makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders. The maximum loan amount for a borrower is $1.15 million. Financial institutions deliver the program and are solely responsible for approving the loan. Download their PDF pamphlet for more info or to find a lender near you.
Read More Business Resources Entrepreneur ResourcesCanada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP)
The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP), by the Government of Canada, helps small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) adopt digital technologies to increase their competitiveness. Eligible businesses will receive a grant2 to build their digital plan, followed by a 0% loan of up to $100,0001 to implement it.
Read More Entrepreneur ResourcesTrade Accelerator Program (WTC Winnipeg)
Canada’s Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) is an innovative and dynamic program aimed at helping Manitoba’s small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) overcome barriers to exporting. The WTC Winnipeg is pleased to offer TAP in Manitoba, a program that has rapidly gaining momentum across Canada, and a reputation of achieving real results, fast. Through its Expert partners, TAP gives companies access to top exporting advisors, resources and contacts. Companies are given the opportunity to work with industry leaders to build a comprehensive Export Plan, and then begin its implementation.
Read More Entrepreneur ResourcesNorth Forge Technology Exchange
North Forge Technology Exchange is an innovation-based economic development agency and a powerhouse community to fuel Manitoba’s innovation economy providing entrepreneurs with award-winning mentors, rockstar subject matter experts and a four-stage startup program. Armed with Canada’s largest non-profit fabrication lab, they operate out of 27,000 square feet across Innovation Drive and Innovation Alley in Winnipeg, Canada.
Read More Entrepreneur ResourcesFuturpreneur Canada
Futurpreneur Canada has been fueling the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s young enterprise for two decades. We are the only national, non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18-39. Our internationally recognized mentoring program hand matches young entrepreneurs with a business expert from a network of more than 3,000 volunteer mentors.
Read More Entrepreneur ResourcesExport Development Canada
Export Development Canada has been Canada’s export credit agency since 1944. Our job is to support and develop Canada’s export trade by helping Canadian companies respond to international business opportunities. We are a self-financing Crown corporation that operates at arm’s length from the government.
Read More Entrepreneur ResourcesBusiness Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
BDC is a B Corp certified bank. B Corps are businesses that act to benefit society as a whole rather than focus only on making profits. Services they offer – consulting, coaching for small businesses, financing, human resources for small business, sales and marketing for small business, strategic planning for small business.
Read More Business Resources Entrepreneur ResourcesStarting a Business in Steinbach Area
The Steinbach Chamber of Commerce is committed to advocating for growth and economic development in our region. Click for an extensive list of resources to help you set up your new business and reach your goals, including info on creating a business plan and registering for licenses and permits.
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Choose and Reserve your Business Name
Choosing your business name can be very exciting! You must choose and reserve your business name with the Government of Manitoba.
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