In September 2020, Ownr by RBC Ventures, in partnership with Staples, Shopify, and Moneris, launched Canada Starts, a $200,000 fund to help aspiring Canadian entrepreneurs get up and running.
Our team was humbled by the overwhelming response to this initiative, as we received over 1,000+ high-quality applications. We’re proud to be able to empower and support entrepreneurs to take the first step towards launching their dream business.
Applications for Canada Starts have closed, but we are continuing to provide tools and resources to help entrepreneurs start and grow their business. Learn more here
See below for the full list of recipients.
Canada Starts Grant Recipients:
- Aquaroll
- Ora-3D
- Tvaag
- Brainmunch
- Chap Chap Snacks
- Drastic Scholastic Thermoplastic
- Ficio
- Kelp Cosmetics
- Plastic Flux
- Tudu
- Connexa.ai
- The Inclusion Playland
- Blanka
- Goldfinch Energy
- Couply
- The ATron Co.
- Wrkboost
- My Digital Waiter
- LoveCards
- Ontario Post-Secondary esports
- Ready in Five
- 8 Bit Cortex
- Nuances self-care
- Sol Gourmet
- Anghel IT Solutions
- ProShyft
- Serene
- Funjobs.ninja
- Patty Assists
- The Frogger Niagara
- Crisper
- Bridge Textbooks
- Copysmith
- Immaculate Lucente
- Half Step Sound
- Qbeauté Beauty Supply Co.
- Teahead Co
- Hynek Professional Consulting
- Drift E-Bike Rentals
- Bombshell Boxing
Congratulations to our Canada Starts grant recipients and our sincere gratitude to each entrepreneur who applied, as well as our team and partners for making this initiative possible. We hope to continue to inspire Canadian entrepreneurs to thrive and support you to start your dream business.
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