$10,000 CAD Grant and Mentorship Opportunity for Women Entrepreneurs Across Canada. Application closes on February 5th, 2024.

Visa, a worldwide trusted leader in digital payments, has partnered with York University to empower women entrepreneurs across Canada by offering ten $10,000 CAD grants and access to an accelerated mentorship program with York University via its She’s Next Grant Program.

About the Program

Visa’s She’s Next Grant Program provides an incredible opportunity for ten women entrepreneurs nationwide to receive a $10,000 CAD Grant to assist in business operations. The program also offers personalized guidance, pairing grant recipients with an experienced mentor who can provide valuable insights, advice, and support tailored specifically to business needs. Recipients will also be open to a new world of networking and resources to help achieve business goals.

Available Funding

• Ten $10,000 CAD grants each and an accelerated mentorship program through York University.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

To be eligible for the grant program, Women entrepreneurs

• Must have at least 50% ownership of a registered business, non-profit or social enterprise, or working full-time on your venture

• Must have a minimum annual revenue of $50,000 CAD

• Business must be located in Canada

• Should be open to change, looking to step out of your comfort zone, and are willing to give back to the community with their strengths and insights

• Can commit fully to the requirements of a 4-month mentoring program

HOW TO APPLY

For more information on the grant program, guidelines, and FAQs, view the original article on York University’s website. Click the link below to navigate the site and submit your application.

DEADLINE

Applications for this program are due by February 5th, 2024.

As always, we will keep you posted on any relevant grant programs and opportunities for small businesses and organizations within the province!

Like what you see? Stay updated with our activities on our Instagram and learn more opportunities in Southern Ontario here.

In the meantime, if you are looking for a place to find black-owned, indigenous-owned, and small businesses in Ontario, you can subscribe and be notified when our beta launches.