How do I apply for Creative Entrepreneurship Program?

Visit Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design's website for application instructions.

What industries are eligible for Creative Entrepreneurship Program?

Eligible industries include: craft, design, creative arts.

Who administers Creative Entrepreneurship Program?

This program is administered by Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design.

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Creative Entrepreneurship Program

Q: What benefits does Creative Entrepreneurship Program provide?

Creative Entrepreneurship Program offers: advisory, training. Workshops, mentorship opportunities, instruction, and resource/support services to enhance business skills, productivity, promotion, and capacity for growth for craftspeople.

Q: What size businesses can apply to Creative Entrepreneurship Program?

This program is available to: small.

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Helps craft businesses in Unama’ki-Cape Breton grow through workshops, funding, and mentorship. Supports skill development and sustainable practices.

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Deadline

Ongoing

Status

Ongoing

What Is This Program?

Get assistance in developing skills and starting or growing your craft business through workshops, funding, wholesale and export opportunities, mentorship connections, and training to support sustainable craft practices in Unama’ki-Cape Breton.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Workshops, mentorship opportunities, instruction, and resource/support services to enhance business skills, productivity, promotion, and capacity for growth for craftspeople.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small

Industries: craft, design, creative arts

Region: Unama’ki-Cape Breton, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

Other Criteria: Maker Members, craft producers, individuals involved in craft production, at all stages of their careers, from beginners to highly accomplished professionals

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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Explore the program’s opportunities
Engage in business skills development activities
Reach out for assistance or to share ideas about growing your business
🌐Application Portal: https://capebretoncraft.com/creative-entrepreneurship/
📤Submission Method: online
🔄Intake Type: continuous

📄What Documents Are Required?

✅Required Documents: Completed application form
Proof of business registration
Project budget
Business plan
📎Optional Documents: Letters of support from partners
Portfolio of previous work
📐Format Requirements: PDF only, max 10MB
📥Templates Available: Application Form
✉️Supporting Letters: Letters of support from partners are recommended

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💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: business mentoring for makers
creative entrepreneurial workshops
residency programs
support resources for makers
💳Payment Model: mixed

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency: annual
📑Reporting Requirements: project updates
performance measurement
🔍Audit Requirements: Annual audits are required to ensure compliance with funding agreements.
📢Branding Requirements: Acknowledgment of funding and use of official logos is required.
🗄️Record Retention Period: 7 years

How Do I Apply?

cassie@capebretoncraft.com

902 539 7491

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