This fall, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) will be seeking funding proposals from organizations—large and small—that provide youth with opportunities to practise leadership, develop skills, grow their personal and professional networks, and gain the essential life and work experience for future success.

Do you have an idea, technology or invention and need help understanding how IP can protect and scale your business? IPON works directly with clients including industry, researchers, and entrepreneurs, to better understand how to protect and maximize the value of their IP, strengthen their capacity to grow, compete in the market, and advance the province’s economic growth.

Are you an employer looking to hire post-secondary students on work-integrated learning (WIL) placements? You may be eligible for a wage subsidy of up to $7,000 per student.

Experience the value of Veteran talent, skills, and problem-solving, while increasing business owner competence in talent attraction, retention, and career management.

The Canada Small Business Financing Program makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.