Applications are open for the Visa Canada She's Next Grant Program. The program is a collaboration between Visa and IFundWomen, which funds exceptional businesses in Canada. As part of Visa’s continued commitment to support small businesses, 10 remarkable entrepreneurs will be selected to receive a $10,000 CAD grant, plus one year of coaching services through IFundWomen and access to an accelerated mentorship program.
Requirements
- The entrant is a legal resident of Canada.
- The entrant is at least the age of majority in their province or territory of residence at the time of entry.
- The entrant must own at least 51% of their business and operate their business in Canada.
- The entrant’s business must have been operating for 2+ years.
- The entrant must have a business that has a product or service in the market and is generating revenue.
- The entrant’s business must be growing year over year.
- The entrant’s business must offer a consumer product or service (B2C).
- The entrant must have a compelling digital presence and supporting media.
Benefits
Each of the First Prize Winners (10) will receive:
- A monetary grant with an approximate value of $10,000 USD or the equivalent of $10,000 USD in CAD.
- One year of coaching services through IFundWomen, valued at $1,500 USD.
- A spot for the confirmed recipient in the Ella Ascend program from York University. This prize is administered by Visa with an approximate retail value of $7,000 CAD, subject to availability.
Application Deadline:
11:59 PM ET on October 25, 2022.
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