Deadline: 31 August 2018

Applications are open for 2018 Startup Canada Women Founder’s Fund in partnership with Evolocity Financial Group to provide micro-grants to women entrepreneurs and women-led companies in Canada to help them start and grow their businesses while accelerating gender parity and further unleash the economic potential of women.

Although women in Canada now represent 47 percent of Canadian business owners and contribute $148 billion in economic activity, they continuously face barriers to accessing capital to start and scale their businesses. This gap is particularly exposed when looking at female entrepreneurs in STEM fields.

Funding Information

• $1,000 to $5,000 grants to support business operations or business growth opportunities.
• Featured on StartupNews.ca and a guest-spot on THRIVE Podcast for Women Entrepreneurs.
• VIP Pass and Program at Startup Canada Day on the Hill on October 18th in Ottawa.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be women entrepreneurs or women-led businesses.
• Applicants must be in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) field.
• Applicants must be based in Canada.
• Funds must be used to support business operations or access to business or professional growth opportunities.

Evaluation Criteria

• Impact statement on the use of the funds.
• Proven business model with evidenced traction.
• Confirmation that the opportunity would be missed without this investment.
• Agree to complete an impact assessment.
• Agree to leverage the hashtag #StartupWomen and recognize the sponsors in associated marketing efforts.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via given website.

For more information, please visit Startup Canada Women Founders Fund.