Canada Post, the no. 1 parcel delivery company in Canada, wants small business owners across the country to share their tales of triumph about their small businesses for a chance to win valuable prizes via the Small Business Tales of Triumph Contest.

Applicants’ tales of triumph must fall under one of the following categories.

• Customer Connection: Businesses building strong customer relationships.
• Doing Good: Businesses making a positive difference in Canadians’ lives.
• Going Green: Businesses prioritizing sustainability and the environment.
• Rising Stars: Fast-growing businesses operating for less than 2 years
• Staying Power: Businesses demonstrating innovation/growth for 2+ years.

Available Funding and Prizes

• Category Winners
  • Each category winner will receive $5,000 cash, $7,500 in Canada Post marketing and shipping credits, a paid media campaign to amplify your small business story, and mentoring and support sessions.
• Finalists
  • The 10 finalists of the contest will each take home a $2,500 cash prize
• Random draws
  • 18 prizes of $500 in Canada Post marketing/shipping credits

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Eligible businesses must

• Be operated and located in Canada.
• Offers products or services for direct sale online or through a physical location in Canada
• Generate less than $5 million in annual sales.

You can view the complete list of eligibility criteria and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) here.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit the Canada Post site to apply.

DEADLINE

Applications for this fund are due by Monday, May 16th, 2025

As always, we will keep you posted on relevant grant programs and contests for small businesses and organizations in the Greater Toronto Area.

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