EmpowerHer Tools for Entrepreneurship

Unlock your potential with EmpowerHer Tools for Entrepreneurship, a curated collection of resources designed to support and elevate female entrepreneurs on their journey to success. From mentorship programs to skill-building workshops, we're here to empower you every step of the way. Join us and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit!

Grants

• A Guide to Business Grants for Female Entrepreneurs in Canada
• Global Fund for Women
• Visa She’s Next Grant Program

Resources

• BMO for Women
• Canada51
• SheEO Learning Lab
• The Scotiabank Women Initiative: Supporting Women-led Businesses
• Women’s Enterprise Centre
• Women Business Enterprises Canada
• Weconomie

Trade

• Business Women in International Trade

Government Support

Get access to the government support available to you here.

• Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative
• WES Ecosystem Fund
• Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
• Women Entrepreneurship Fund

Mental Health Services

Finding the proper mental health services can be hard, so we have compiled links to help you find what you need.

• BDC Entrepreneurs’ Wellness
• Canada Life’s Workplace Strategies for Mental Health
• Creating and Maintaining Mentally Healthy Workplaces
• Desjardin’s Mental Health Workplace Guide
• Sun Life’s Mental Wellness

Resources by Sector

Find resources based on your sector.

Farming

• Farm Credit Canada
• Women in Agriculture Video Series by RBC

Tech

• Women in Communications and Technology (WCT) Free Webinars
• Women in Technology Venture Fund

Trades

• Women in Trade
• Apprenticeship Incentive Grant for Women

Diversity and Inclusion

In today's landscape, fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace is paramount. Explore the ways you can make a meaningful contribution with the resources provided below.

• Addressing Workforce Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
• Four Ways to Close the Gaps Between Your DEI Aspirations and Realities
• Step up with Inclusive Benefits

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