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Government of the Northwest Territories, Department of Education, Culture and Employment
Funding and counceling for self-employment in NWT
Helps people start or take over a small business they haven't owned before. Provides funding and advice for this process.
Financial assistance not exceeding $26,000 over 52 weeks, including assessment of business idea, personal suitability, financial risks, and available resources, plus counselling from Career Development Officers and a Business Expert.
Business Size: micro, small
Region: Northwest Territories
Demographics: Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person entitled to work in Canada, 16 years old or older
Other Criteria: reside in the NWT, agree to work full-time at the business, individual applicants seeking to start a business, additional criteria may apply for skills development
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This program is available to micro, small businesses located in Northwest Territories.
This program offers funding up to $26,000.
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