Funding Your Vision: Accessing Grants in Canada | Startup Women 2025

​​​This is the first webinar Startup Canada will host, as part of the Startup Women 2025 program. These webinars aim to support the business development of women-identifying entrepreneurs and give them the tools and know-how to navigate the early stages of their entrepreneurial journey.

​​ABOUT
This webinar will empower early stage women entrepreneurs in Canada by equipping them with the knowledge and tools to successfully navigate the grant application process. We will explore a variety of pre-revenue grant opportunities specifically designed to support women-led businesses, provide guidance on crafting compelling grant proposals, and discuss effective strategies for maximizing your chances of funding success.

​LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• ​Identify and understand key pre-revenue grant programs available to women entrepreneurs in Canada.

• ​Develop strong grant writing skills, including crafting compelling narratives, building a strong case for funding, and effectively utilizing data and evidence.

• ​Learn how to effectively use AI tools to research funding opportunities, streamline the application process, and enhance the quality of your grant proposals.

• ​Understand the importance of building relationships with potential funders and developing a strong funding strategy for your business.

​​EVENT DETAILS
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
9 - 10 AM PT | 12 - 1 PM ET (please verify your time zone)

​​SPEAKERS
TBC

​​WHO IS THIS WEBINAR FOR?
Early-stage, women-identifying entrepreneurs looking to learn about finding the right grants for your business, fundable activities, eligibility criteria and writing your grant proposals. 

​​PARTNERS
The Startup Women program is powered by Startup Canada, co-presented by The Scotiabank Women Initiative and UPS, and in partnership with Mastercard, Constant Contact, and WEOC.