Support programs and services

​Innovation, Science and economic Development Canada
​Does your company have annual sales of at least $5 million and show promising growth? You may be eligible for the CED support program.

Réseau des femmes d'affaires du Québec (RFAQ)
Get coaching in the form of workshops, access to a call for tenders platform and training to accelerate your growth, your revenues and the profitability of your business owned by at least 25% by women.

​Canada Border Services Agency
Get confirmation on the rate of duty that will apply to goods you plan to import.

Ministère du Travail
Under this agreement, you are ensured equal treatment when bidding or working on construction projects in Ontario and Quebec.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
International market intelligence, in-market trade expertise, international trade shows and other assistance to help agri-food exporters.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Your association in the agriculture, agri-food, or agri-based products sector, including fish and seafood, could get a contribution of matching funds, up to $2 million/year, for projects that break down trade barriers and build market success.

Agriculture and Agri-food Canada
Intellectual property in environmental technology, crops, bioproducts and bioprocesses is available to be commercialized.

Alberta Government
Find opportunities to sell your products or services to the Government of Alberta and to other agencies.

Emploi Québec
Get expert advice and a contribution of up to 50% of expenses relating to implementing a work hour reduction plan for your business.

Immigration, Francisation et Intégration​
Find all the information you need if you wish to immigrate to Quebec in order to develop your business projects.

​AquaAction
Get support to accelerate the deployment of your advanced water technology solutions that address environmental issues related to freshwater in Canada.

​Prompt
Get tailored support to advance and successfully finance your artificial intelligence innovation project.

​Canada Border Services Agency
​You can use this card to help you cross the border faster when you travel for business to participating countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Business Development Bank of Canada
Connect with highly experienced specialists who can help you better manage your business, increase revenues and optimize operations.

Business Development Bank of Canada
​Get advice to achieve international certifications, to pass an audit in quality management, to information security and environmental management, using proven methodology, employee engagement and coaching support.

Business Development Bank of Canada
Get guidance to help launch or optimize your digital presence through knowledge sharing, coaching and support.

Business Development Bank of Canada
Get advice from experienced specialists on structured approaches focused on business management, coaching and support, and effective tools to improve your management practices.

​Business Development Bank of Canada
Get guidance on a structured approach that will help you fix your most pressing operational issues, boost your bottom line and set the stage for continuous improvements through practical tools, plan, virtual on site workshops, coaching and support.

​Business Development Bank of Canada
Get advice on action oriented approaches focused on developing and implementing a strategy plan to increase your sales through knowledge sharing, coaching and support.

Business Development Bank of Canada
Get fee-based consulting services to help you maximize your information and communication technology (ICT) investments.

BioTalent Canada
Hire an intern for 6 to 12 months for an environmental science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) job and receive a subsidy of up to 80% of their salary (maximum $25,000).

Bioindustrial Innovation Canada
Access critical strategic investment, advice and services to develop clean, green and sustainable technologies with the help of a network of sustainable chemistry clusters across Canada.

​Trade Commissioner Service
​Learn about export opportunities in international humanitarian and aid markets.

Immigration and citizenship
​Interested in moving to Canada to start a business? Find out if you can immigrate as a self-employed individual or receive a start-up visa.

​Canada Revenue Agency
​Your Business Number is your single account number for dealing with the government regarding GST/HST, payroll, import/export and other activities.

Canada Revenue Agency
Find tax information for business owners. View a selection of online videos offered by the Canada Revenue Agency or register for other information sessions and seminars.

​Canada Border Services Agency
​If you are a frequent and low-risk traveller, you can apply for access to speedier and easier entry into Canada.

Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec
Get an export diagnostic and business plan, as well as help choosing trade corridors, finding suppliers and trading partners, and establishing your business.

Canadian Securities Administrators
Your innovative fintech business could be eligible for an expedited process to test your products, services, or applications in the market.

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
If you’re an export-ready Canadian agriculture, food, or seafood company you can get access to government-approved and recognized national branding consisting of a new logo, modernized graphics, and branded taglines as well as access to a revamped marketing toolkit to help with promotional opportunities in international markets.

​Government of Canada
​If you manufacture, import, distribute or sell products, find out what you need to do to ensure that your products are safe.

​Global Affairs Canada, Trade Commissioner Service
Get up-to-date tariff information for specific products and countries where Canada has a Free Trade Agreement. Compare rates for multiple products or countries to improve your cost forecasting and identify your best options.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada​
Get information on Canada's new Anti-Spam Law and how it affects your business

Global Affairs Canada, Trade Commissioner Service
Help to prepare your business for international markets, assess your organization’s potential, find contacts and resolve problems.

​public Services and Procurement Canada
​If you are a professional or a specialist, you can register your company in this database to conduct business with the Government of Canada.

​PME MTL
Get personalized coaching and training to plan and succeed in your digital transformation.

Maison de l'innovation sociale
Get free coaching to mature your ideas for social and environmental impact projects.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada / Natural Resources Canada
Get advice from a team of experts from across government that can help you find and understand what programs and services may be right for you.

Canada Revenue Agency
When closing your business, remember to complete the required Canada Revenue Agency forms.

Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
Your business can partner with college researchers who are eligible to apply for grants for social innovation projects that are conducted in partnership with public, private or not-for-profit sector organizations.

​Culture Montérégie
Recruit business people to the board of directors or an advisory committee of your non-profit organization (NPO) with this networking program for the cultural and social economy sectors

​Department of Highways and Public Works
​You can access information on Government of Yukon's contracting process and find out about current and anticipated tenders.

Canadian Intellectual Property Office
Learn about, search or apply for registration for copyright for literary, artistic, dramatic and musical creations.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Learn the steps to take and what forms are needed to obtain approval for the legal termination of your corporation under the Canada Business Corporations Act.

Procurement Services
Access open tenders for goods and services to find opportunities that your company is qualified for.

Statistics Canada
Get all the data your business needs with custom surveys and data, maps, research and analysis, consulting services, statistical training and more.

Canada Border Services Agency
Importers, carriers and registered drivers may be able to reduce the time and cost of doing business with the Canada Border Services Agency.

​Innovation, Science and Economic Development
Get certification from the federal government for complying with baseline cyber security controls, such as having an incident response plan, securely configured devices and software, and employee awareness training. The certification mark lets your customers, investors, partners and suppliers know that you have decreased the risk of cyber threats to your business.

CANARIE
Tech entrepreneurs can get one year of free cloud-based resources for development, testing and trials.