Grant

Rise Youth Small Business Program

Rise · Federal (all of Canada)

OpenGeneral
Funding
Up to $500
Up to $500
Deadline
Ongoing
Open, accepted on an ongoing basis (no fixed deadline).
Type
Grant
Company stage
Early Stage / Startup
Limited to: Persons with Disabilities. Only applicants in this group can apply.

Overview

A free 8-10 week virtual skill-building program for youth aged 16 to 29 who self-identify as having experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges. Participants develop their business idea and business plan and get access to resources such as mentoring, financing, and equipment, plus a maximum of $500.

Who can apply

  • Must be between the ages of 16 and 29
  • self-identify as having experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges
  • have a practical idea to start or grow a for-profit small business
  • be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
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What it can pay for

AdvisoryBusiness Expansion

Past recipients

No public list of past recipients is linked for this program yet.

Official source

Program details change. Always confirm eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official page before you apply.

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Last checked by SeedPort: Oct 15, 2026. SeedPort is not affiliated with the funder. Information is summarized from public sources and may be out of date.