The Starter Company Plus Program provides an opportunity for eligible participants to get training, advice and mentoring to help them build a business. The program also provides an opportunity to apply for a grant to help start or grow a business.

What Are the Benefits?

Starter Company provides:

• Training focused on developing and managing their business.
• One-on-one advisory services and mentoring.
• Coworking space with access to computers, internet and meeting rooms.
• A grant of up to $3,500 to assist them in starting or growing their business.

Who Can Participate?

You can apply if you’re:

• 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
• A Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• A Toronto resident or operating your business in Toronto.
• Not working full-time.
• Not in a full-time education program or returning to school.
• Not enrolled in other Provincial employment or self-employment related programs that include or do not include financial assistance.

How do I Apply?

To qualify for Starter Company Plus Program, applicants MUST attend a mandatory half-day information workshop before submitting their applications. Attend an upcoming workshop:

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