FedNor

 
FedNor is the primary vehicle through which the federal government encourages investment, innovation and trade in Northern Ontario. FedNor works in partnership with the people of Northern Ontario, providing the tools they have indicated they need to create a more dynamic local economy that produces good, durable jobs. On-line information products designed for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Canadian Business

 

Canada Business will provide your business with the resources it needs to grow and propser, including a wide range of information on government services, programs and regulations. Entrepreneurs often report that getting financing is the most challenging aspect of starting or growing a business. Find government grants, loans and financing for your business. Canada Business strives to:

  • reduce the complexity of dealing with multiple levels of government
  • consolidate business information in one convenient service
  • enable you to make well-informed business decisions in a global economy
  • contribute to your success through sound business planning, market research and the use of strategic business information.

Western Economic Development (WD)

 

WD works to strengthen western innovation, business development, and community economic development. For information that speaks directly to your needs:

  • Services for Business
  • Services for Not-for-Profit organizations
  • Services for Academic / Research projects
  • Services for Communities

WD helps increase the viability and diversification of local economies in Western Canada through a variety of programs and services funding, tailored to the region's own particular strengths, challenges and opportunities.

  • Recreational Infrastructure Canada
  • Community Adjustment Fund
  • Community Economic Diversification Initiative
  • Western Diversification Program
  • Western Canada Business Service Network
  • Community Futures Development Corporations
  • Economic Development Initiative