Our programs
The Small Business & Entrepreneurship Centre offers a variety of programs offering training, mentorship and financial supports to help you start and expand your business. Whether you're a young entrepreneur looking to turn your business idea into a reality or are growing an established business, we have programs available to offer assistance.
Government programs and other supports
View a variety of government programs and perform a custom search of funding opportunities and other supports using the Government of Canada's Business Benefits Finder tool. You can also read about local incentives available to support your business.
Futurpreneur Canada
Futurpreneur Canada is a national non-profit organization that offers financing of up to $60,000 and mentorship to aspiring business owners between the ages of 18 and 39. It also provides funding streams for different types of entrepreneurs. Learn more about Futurpreneur's core lending programs and see if your business qualifies.
- All entrepreneurs
- Side-hustle entrepreneurs
- Black Entrepreneur Startup Program
- Indigenous entrepreneurs
- Newcomer entrepreneurs
Canada Small Business Financing Program
The Canada Small Business Financing Program is a government loan program in collaboration with financial institutions. Find out if your business is eligible.
Rise Asset Development
Rise is a national organization dedicated to empowering people with mental health and addiction challenges to achieve greater social and economic inclusion through entrepreneurship. Through training, mentorship, micro-financing and other customs supports, Rise helps individuals build the skills and access the capital they need to launch a small business. Rise programs include:
- EnterpRISEing You
- Small Business Lending Program
- Peer Supported Startup Program
- Youth Small Business Program
- Women+ Entrepreneurship Program
Regional programs and supports
Learn about regional programs and supports provided by other government and non-profit organizations located in Windsor-Essex.