Starter Company Plus
Up to $5,000 Grant
About Starter Company
Unlock the potential of your business through Starter Company Plus. This program offers personalized, one-on-one guidance from a Small Business Enterprise Centre advisor and access to workshops, seminars, and networking events covering essential topics like business planning, budgeting, and marketing. You’ll also have the chance to connect with experienced mentors who have successfully started, expanded, or purchased businesses.
If you’re 18 or older, a Canadian citizen or permanent resident living in Ontario, and not enrolled in full-time school, you can apply. Whether you’re starting a new business, growing an existing one, or buying a company, you may be eligible for a grant of up to $5,000. To qualify, you’ll need to contribute at least 25% of the grant amount, either in cash or in kind, to support your venture.
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Not be attending school or plannning to return to school while enrolled in the program
- Businesses less than two (2) years in age
- Be devoting a minimum of 35 hours per week to their small business and not employed anywhere else
- Not be enrolled in any other government-funded employment program
- You must be a local resident of the applicable city and be able to provide proof of your physical address to your local Small Business Centre
How we can help
Kickstart Your Business with the Starter Company Grant
We help you navigate the Starter Company grant process, providing tailored marketing, branding, and web design services to set your new business up for success from day one.
Development of new basic or e-commerce website
Upgrading existing e-commerce site for added functionality (i.e., new plugins, or features)
Costs of social media marketing
Hiring a consultant or agency to execute digital marketing initiatives
Google AdWords & Meta Marketing
Design & Development of Brand Identity
Business Cards
Other Marketing Print Collaterals
Inquire or Apply for Starter Company Plus
What Are Your Next Steps?
Leverage grants to facilitate your business growth. Creative Atmosphere has assisted numerous small businesses in grant applications and fulfilling associated work components. Whether you’re new to grant programs or seeking clarification, we’re here to discuss and provide guidance.
Note: Creative Atmosphere is not involved in the selection of grant applicants or the disbursement of funds. Our role is limited to assisting with the application process and fulfilling work components outlined in the grant program.
Let's Talk
It All Starts With A Conversation.
Let’s start a conversation to explore how we can collaborate to showcase the remarkable work you’re already undertaking. Our goal is not only to amplify its visibility to a broader audience but also to ensure it reaches the right audience, compelling them to respond affirmatively.