Program: Starter Company Plus
Starter Company Plus is a grant, training, and mentoring program for starting, expanding, or purchasing a small business in Prescott and Russell. Here is what the program has to offer:
- Get one-on-one advice from a Small Business Enterprise Centre Advisor;
- Participate in business workshops, seminars, or networking events;
- Explore topics ranging from writing a business plan to marketing campaigns and budgeting;
- Talk to a mentor with experience in starting, expanding, or buying a small business; and
- Apply for a grant of up to $5,000.
Eligibility
Here are the eligibility criteria for this program:
- Be 18 years or older at the time of application;
- Propose a new business, expand an existing business, or buy a business in Ontario;
- Not attend school full time nor return to school;
- Be a resident of Ontario and a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident;
- Not be enrolled in other provincial employment or self-employment related programs that may or may not include financial assistance;
- Not be enrolled in other professional training and funding programs for the self-employed offered by government-funded organizations; and
- Not have already received a grant from the Starter Company Plus program.
For more information about this program, please visit the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade's website.
To Be Part of the Program
The Starter Company Plus program is now accepting applications! To apply, please complete the application form. Please note that space is limited. The deadline to submit an application is October 11, 2026, or until all available spots have been filled. Submitting an application form does not guarantee acceptance into the program. All applications will be reviewed based on the program’s eligibility criteria and selection process.
For any questions, please contact Liza Langevin by phone at 613-675-4661 or by email at [email protected].