Spring 2024

If you have experience and training in the construction field, you may be able to use your skills to start your own construction company. Being an entrepreneur gives you the freedom to pick your own working hours and answer to yourself. A new construction company will require careful preparation to make sure you succeed in a competitive market and comply with business regulations.

Step 1: Rules and regulations

The most stressful part of the construction industry can be all the rules that need to be followed. You will need to check with your local regulatory body that governs the construction industry in your area. They will be able to tell you what permits are required and how to register your company and apply and pay for any licenses and certifications. Like any business, you will be required to register or incorporate with your province's registrar of companies.

Step 2: Simple Business Plan

Any new business needs a simple business plan. This business plan will be your blueprint to get your company up and running. This plan will include your business milestones and how you plan to reach each milestone. You will have a part of the plan that will address all your financial needs, your client target niche, required assets, and marketing plans.

Step 3: Financing

If you only have some of the money to start your business, you will require financing to start your business. Your business plan will help you obtain government grants, loans, and financing as well as financing from financial institutions. Obtaining financing is an important part of starting any business.

Look at what you currently have to leverage and be prepared to purchase any more equipment to perform your work, this includes, any tools, equipment or vehicles you may need.

Step 5: Marketing

Marketing is a key step in getting your construction business known and to appeal to your client niche. Always offer discounts to your first few clients, to get the ball rolling and word of mouth referrals.  Use various media, such as the internet and flyers. Offer free estimates as this will get you that crucial first interaction with potential new customers.

When you are ready to find financing for your business, the Canadian Grants Business Center can help.

Contact us now to find out more!

The Canadian Government has recently updated the funding framework for farms and agri-businesses for 2019 and beyond.

Government Farm Grants and Farm Loans are currently available to Canadian Farmers. Don't delay, contact Canadian Grants Business Center now to get the latest program details and apply today for funding.

Canadian Grants Business Center has created an easy tool for applicants to determine eligibility for current programs. If you would like to confirm your potential eligibility for Government Business Grants, Loans or Subsidies for a Farm, Agri-Business or other enterprise please use the Funding Finder.

The Canadian Federal and Provincial Governments have introduced a wide range of programs including grants, loans and other funding options for Canadian Farmers and Agri-Business.

Under current guidelines, producers of various agricultural commodities have a variety of funding options at their disposal. As an established farm owner, or new entrant into a particular sector, it is equally important to take full advantage of the programs that have been put into place by both the Canadian Federal and Provincial Governments.

Of particular interest to farmers should be the targeted programs for particular geographic areas. Some of the areas of focus for programs include the Provinces of Manitoba, Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.

Farmers located in the high priority areas are encouraged to apply for funding in a timely fashion. Farm Grants and Farm Loans are just some of the funding opportunities that are currently available to Canadian producers.

We have live funding specialists standing by during the business day (9am-5pm EST), and we can be reached at:

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Farm Grants and Farm Loans may be available for many farms and agricultural businesses in Canada. Some of the types of projects that are often eligible for government funding include:

• Farm Equipment purchase or leasing: Tractors, Combines, and other heavy farm equipment are some examples.
• Building and leasehold improvements: Barn improvements, Fencing, land improvements.
• Livestock and equipment tracking
• Farm Technology upgrades: GPS equipment, Software, Computer Hardware etc...
• On-farm energy efficiency programs: Renewable energy sources, water conservation projects etc...
• Farm projects to reduce environmental impact: Waste reduction and re-use, can also be combined with energy efficiency programs (eg: bio-mass) etc...
• Subsidies for Farm Employees: Hire staff from at home or abroad to satisfy peak period labor requirements.
• Agricultural R&D

Take action now to access programs before funding is depleted. Recently funded programs have limited budgets. Applicants are served on a first-come-first-served basis.

Farmers looking to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the latest funding programs are encouraged to contact the Canadian Grants Business Center directly: Click here to contact us now!