Self-Employment Program
GrantCanada — federalUp to $26,000
This program provides financial support and business counselling to individuals starting a new small business or taking over an existing business in the Northwest Territories. Participants receive up to $26,000 in assistance over 52 weeks, along with guidance from Career Development Officers and Business Experts to assess business viability and personal readiness for self-employment.
What you'll need
- Application form
- Business plan or business idea description
- Financial analysis and statement of financial need
- Career Action Plan (completed with Career Development Officer)
How it works
What it can fund
- Start a new small business
- Take over an existing business
- Fund business operations and resources
- Cover eligible business startup costs
Related programs
- GrantAboriginal Entrepreneurship Program: Access to CapitalCanada — federal · $1,000 – $250,000
- GrantACOA — Business Development Program — Non-commercial componentNew Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador
- GrantACOA — Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (REGI)New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador