The Federal Government offers a variety of relief programs and grants for small businesses, employees and self-employed individuals, from assistance for Indigenous business owners to low-interest loans for highly affected sectors. Find Assistance and check back regularly for new or updated supports.
Find out what funding is currently available from the Government of Ontario, if you’re eligible, and what you need to apply.
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) program
Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) program
Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS)
Canada Healthy Communities Initiative (CHCI)
Support for Indigenous Businesses
Business Credit Availability Program
Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF)
COVID-19 Business Support Grants – Energy and Property Tax Rebates
COVID-19 Energy Assistance Program (CEAP-SB)
Ontario Cultural Attractions Fund
Ontario Capital Growth Corporation (OCGC)
New Venture Ontario Fund
Additional resources maintain by Quinte Economic Development Commission:
https://quintedevelopment.com/resources-for-business-during-covid-19-pandemic/
The following is designed to help you locate more information for starting your own business in the Trenval Region.
The Start-up Checklist is followed by other internet sites that will be beneficial to your research in developing your business plan. Don’t forget to browse Canada Business Ontario
Be sure to also check out the Business Plan outline.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call our office at 613-961-7999 and our staff will be pleased to assist you in your research.
For your convenience, listed below are telephone numbers for area municipal offices:
Every business should have a comprehensive and up-to-date business plan. The downloadable files below can assist you in developing yours. If you need more information on business plans, please call us at 613-961-7999.
Download a Business Plan Outline here (If you do not already have a business plan)
Download a Cash Flow Projection Form and Income Statement for Business Plan ( for those who wish to complete their Cash Flow Projection in this manner, please submit the completed form with business plan.)
2020 Resource Sheet – a comprehensive resource of various funding sources available as grants, financing, for youth, for women, and other resources.
Canada Business Service Centre
Performance Plus – Benchmark Your Business
Statistics Canada
Canadian Franchise Association
Canada Innovation Centre
Export Development Corporation
Canada Customs and Revenue Agency
Canadian Bankers’ Association
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Accounting Terms – A list of accounting terms to become familiar with for financial statements and record keeping.
Business Start-up Checklist – Pertinent information for any entrepreneur initiating a business or expansion.
Buying a Franchise – Information to consider before buying a franchise.
Calculate Your Break-Even Point Canada Business – Services for Entrepreneurs.
Ontario Business Program Guide Eastern Ontario Manufacturing Focus on Productivity and Innovation, part 1
Eastern Ontario Manufacturing Focus on Productivity and Innovation, part 2
Cash Flow Guide, Master Your Cash Flow, A Guide for Entrepreneurs.
Social Media – A Guide for Entrepreneurs
Directory of Local Networking Groups – to help you promote your business.
Canada Business Service Centre
Performance Plus – Benchmark Your Business
Statistics Canada
Canadian Franchise Association
Canada Innovation Centre
Export Development Corporation
Canada Customs and Revenue Agency
Canadian Bankers’ Association
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Accounting Terms – A list of accounting terms to become familiar with for financial statements and record keeping.
Business Start-up Checklist – Pertinent information for any entrepreneur initiating a business or expansion.
Buying a Franchise – Information to consider before buying a franchise.
Calculate Your Break-Even Point Canada Business – Services for Entrepreneurs.
Ontario Business Program Guide Eastern Ontario Manufacturing Focus on Productivity and Innovation, part 1
Eastern Ontario Manufacturing Focus on Productivity and Innovation, part 2
Cash Flow Guide, Master Your Cash Flow, A Guide for Entrepreneurs.
Social Media – A Guide for Entrepreneurs
