We are excited to announce that our office will be offering the highly anticipated Starter Company Plus - Existing Business Stream again in 2025, reaffirming our commitment to empowering and advancing established enterprises in Brampton.
In the...
We are excited to announce that our office will be offering the highly anticipated Starter Company Plus - Existing Business Stream again in 2025, reaffirming our commitment to empowering and advancing established enterprises in Brampton.
In the upcoming program year of 2025, the Starter Company Plus initiative will be exclusively dedicated to supporting existing businesses and Arts business (Please ensure that you meet all the above requirements before applying for the Starter Company Plus program but you are welcome to the Information Session (Homebased moving to commercial unit, coworking or brick and mortar).
Recognizing the unique challenges faced by existing and artist businesses, the 2025 Starter Company Plus program aims to provide tailored resources, mentorship, and funding opportunities to promote their growth and success. Our comprehensive support services are designed to assist established businesses in overcoming obstacles, enhancing their operations, and maintaining a competitive edge in the ever-changing market landscape and includes a potential to receive 1 of 34 Grants of up to $5,000 - Please note that 5 to 9 grant will be allocated to Artist Businesses.
Attendance at the info session does not guarantee acceptance into the program or the receipt of a program grant.
Join us for an informative orientation session where you will gain valuable insights into the renowned Starter Company Plus program in Brampton. This session will cover various aspects including:
- 1. Eligibility requirements for existing businesses in 2025.
- 2. Program requirements and what to expect throughout the program.
- 3. Comprehensive training sessions and mentorship opportunities.
- 4. Detailed schedule of program activities.
- 5. In-depth information about the program's grant opportunity.
Learn how to apply, we strongly encourage you to register for one of our mandatory virtual info sessions. These sessions are designed to provide all the necessary information and guidance.
- Information Session # 2 - August 13th 2025 (6 PM to 8 PM)
- Information Session # 3 - September 4th 2025 (6 PM to 8 PM)
For information about the program outside of the Brampton area, please refer to the List of Small Business Entrepreneur Centres and Community-Based Provider Locations in Ontario.
Eligibility Criteria for Starter Company Plus
To be eligible for the Starter Company Plus Initiative, individuals must meet the following requirements:
1. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
2. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents residing in Brampton.
3. Applicants should fall into one of the following categories: - Exisiting Business within the last 5 years. - Planning to Expand an existing company (even if it is over 5 years old). or Artists Business - Purchased a business in Brampton or Caledon.
4. Applicants must not be attending school full time or planning to return to school.
Those who aren’t eligible
- Non-profits will not be eligible for the grant but may be eligible to take part in the training.
- OW & ODSP may be able to take part in the training but are not eligible for the funding.
- Any franchise businesses.
- Previous Starter Company and Starter Company Plus participants are not eligible.
Please Note:
An existing business refers to a company or enterprise that is already established and operational. It has been in operation for a period of time and has an established customer base, infrastructure, products or services, and a track record of financial transactions. In contrast to a startup or a new business, an existing business has a history and a presence in the market.
It could be a retail store, a manufacturing facility, a service provider, an online business, or any other type of commercial operation. The key characteristic of an existing business is that it is already up and running, generating revenue, and has a set of established business practices, systems, and operations.
