City of Vaughan

For founders who want to learn the basics of running a business and its various parts. This program is best suited for firms at the ideation stage or early startups at the pre-revenue stage. Firms with less than $10,000 in annual revenues and less than 3 years of business experience.

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The Black Food Energy Entrepreneurship Accelerator powered by DoorDash and Spring Activator is designed to help ensure that Black food entrepreneurs are equipped with the industry knowledge needed to operate a successful food business in Canada, while exploring the opportunities available for growth through food delivery, funding, community building and retailing.

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This program is for pre-revenue entrepreneurs needing fundamentals to turn their ideas into prototypes. Support with business strategies, recipe development, product packaging, and more.

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For entrepreneurs ready for commercialization or product diversification, this program offers comprehensive support in production and manufacturing, sales channel analysis, business development and pricing, recipe development, product science, and product design.

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DMZ at Toronto Metropolitan University’s incubator program provides early-stage startups with comprehensive support, including one-on-one guidance from industry experts, hiring and legal assistance, fundraising strategies, and access to a vibrant entrepreneurial community. Participants also benefit from 24/7 office space in downtown Toronto and resources for international expansion. Notably, startups with a Black founder receive an additional $10,000 CAD entry grant.

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Inclusive Entrepreneurship Loan offers up to $350,000 in financing to businesses that are at least 51% owned and led by women, Indigenous, or Black entrepreneurs. This loan features affordable financing with no application or annual fees, and the option to postpone principal payments for up to 24 months.

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This fund provides loans of up to $250,000 to Black business owners and entrepreneurs across Canada.

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The Black Entrepreneur Startup Program offers up to $60,000 in financing, along with mentorship, to Black entrepreneurs aged 18-39 who are starting or have recently started their businesses.

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This grant provides low-interest loans to African and Caribbean entrepreneurs who face challenges securing funding from traditional banks. The fund offers loans ranging from $500 to $25,000, designed to support small business growth and development.

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This program supports entrepreneurs aged 18-39 who want to start or grow a side business while keeping their full-time job. It offers up to $25,000 in financing, along with up to two years of free mentorship. The program also provides business planning tools, resources, and networking opportunities to help entrepreneurs succeed.

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Is a network for Black-owned businesses. By joining, you’ll get visibility, access to a community, and tech solutions like Artificial Intelligence (AI) chatbots and digital marketing advice. Businesses have access to resources, workshops, and other entrepreneurs. The goal is to support Black businesses and work with organizations and the government to address disparities in Black entrepreneurship in Canada.

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This resource helps businesses gain exposure by showcasing it at Afro Caribbean Business Network (ACBN) Canada Events and getting listed on the organization’s official website. Reach a wider audience and increase your online presence.

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A nationwide online business directory (Presented by Uber), where visitors can search for the businesses near them and write reviews.

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Black Men in Business is an initiative aimed at supporting Black male entrepreneurs and professionals. This program offers a range of resources, including mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources tailored to their unique challenges and needs.

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Black African and Caribbean Entrepreneurship Leadership (BACEL)  is a nationwide initiative designed for Black entrepreneurs seeking additional business and life skills training. This non-traditional entrepreneurship program adopts an intersectional approach to address the unique needs of various marginalized groups, including women and gender-diverse individuals, low-income Canadians, Official Language Minority Communities (OLMCs), people with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and other marginalized communities.

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This resource provides African and Caribbean entrepreneurs with networking opportunities, personalized coaching, funding support, and exclusive resources. Members benefit from one-on-one coaching.

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This service provides African and Caribbean business owners with a space to connect, share ideas, and receive support every Thursday from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM EST. These sessions offer opportunities for networking, mentorship, and access to resources to help entrepreneurs overcome challenges and grow their businesses.

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A career training and development initiative. It supports youth facing employment barriers. The program is 10 weeks and has a 12-week paid internship opportunity.

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The Mastermind Program at the Careers Education Empowerment (CEE) Centre for Young Black Professionals is a 12-month initiative for alumni aged 18 to 30. Participants receive a microgrant to develop Community Impact projects. The program includes workshops, seminars, coaching, and hands-on activities focused on community service, business planning, financial management, marketing, leadership, and networking. It aims to help participants grow personally and professionally while contributing to their communities.

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The mentorship program is for business owners with a minimum of $100K or higher in revenues. The program’s goal is to get firms to their first $1 million and beyond. The focus is on firms in cleantech, science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), or high growth potential industries. Firms must have 5+ years of business experience and have completed the Propel Mastermind program. Participants will learn how banks, lending institutions, and investors look at business plans and how to pitch your story to them correctly. Also, they will acquire an understanding of how to construct a strategic plan, advanced marketing plans, brand platforms, business development strategies.

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A 3 month program designed to uplift Black Newcomers and Not in Employment, Education or Training (NEET) youth aged 15-30 by offering mentorship and workshops aimed at community and career building.

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A 13- week learning and development entrepreneurship program for Black artist entrepreneurs of diverse creative disciplines.  The program is designed to support business skill development for Black Canadian artist entrepreneurs, ages 18+, interested in strengthening the business side of their art practice. The program consists of business training sessions, networking opportunities, and guidance on developing personal and business branding.

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The Black Entrepreneurship Program equips black youth and young adults with the skills and knowledge necessary to become successful entrepreneurs.

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In partnership with York University’s SchulichExecEd, the Certificate in Business and Leadership Essentials is a two-month FREE virtual program designed to help both Black entrepreneurs and early-in-career professionals gain the base business knowledge and leadership skills to become effective business and community leaders.

All participants who complete the program requirements will receive a physical certificate and digital badge from the prestigious Schulich Executive Education Centre.

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This program helps entrepreneurs learn how to construct a business plan’s narrative and financial section.

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A career training and development initiative. It supports youth facing employment barriers. The program is 10 weeks and has a 12-week paid internship opportunity.

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This program aims to educate entrepreneurs on key components of personal credit and how to keep their credit scores in good standing. Business owners will acquire knowledge of personal budgeting, Retirement planning, and insurance to protect their personal lives. They will use tools and resources to manage debt payments, and information and resources in personal investing.

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Product Feasibility Bootcamp is a FREE 8-week virtual program designed to support Black entrepreneurs entering the food industry with product development, validation, and industry knowledge.

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The Student Supports for Learning Program (SSLP) is a 10 week program that aims to build foundations for Black Youth. Students who complete the program are eligible to receive a scholarship between $1000.00 and $6,000.00.

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