Durham Region is home to many creative and prosperous corporations that move the region forward as the place to be to do business. There are many local resources available to assist entrepreneurs and small businesses in Durham Region.
Funding programs
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Starter Company Plus |
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Starter Company Plus provides opportunities for budding entrepreneurs and existing business owners who are market ready and eager to expand or buy a business in Durham Region. Presented by Business Advisory Centre (BACD), the program requires an eligibility application and includes an opportunity to receive up to $5,000 in funding for your business. |
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Province of Ontario resources |
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Thinking about starting your own business and are under 30 years of age? There are government support programs to help you get started. Visit Ontario.ca to see a complete list of provincial funding programs for people under 30. |
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Ontario Centre of Excellence |
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On behalf of their provincial and federal government partners, Ontario Centre of Excellence (OCE) delivers a comprehensive suite of programs designed to leverage the full capacity of Ontario's innovation ecosystem. There are seven key programs, including the SmartStart Seed Fund, designed to support new ventures led by Ontario's next generation of entrepreneurs. |
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Futurpreneur Canada |
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Futurpreneur Canada is a national, non-profit organization that provides financing, mentoring and support tools to aspiring business owners aged 18 to 39. |
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