Grant Analysis: Fonds pour l'entrepreneuriat et l'innovation — Organismes à but non lucratif au service des communautés sous-représentées ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Non-profit organizations (Organismes à but non lucratif) exclusively - Organizations must be registered and in good standing in Canada - Must serve underrepresented communities (communautés sous-représentées) - Must operate within or serve the York Region - Minimum of two (2) organizations must apply jointly as partners or collaborators - Organizations focused on entrepreneurship or innovation support are prioritized ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $10,000 CAD per application - Grant Type: Non-repayable contribution (grant, not loan) - Matching Requirements: Not specified in program description; verify with program administrator - Funding Structure: Single lump-sum or installment basis (confirm with administrator) - Number of Awards: Not specified; subject to available budget ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Entrepreneurship promotion, support, or development initiatives - Innovation projects or programs within the region - Community-based entrepreneurship training or workshops - Mentorship or business advisory programs for underrepresented groups - Tools, resources, or platforms supporting business creation - Marketing or awareness campaigns for entrepreneurship/innovation - Program delivery and administration costs (likely limited percentage) - Note: Specific expense categories should be confirmed with the funding agency ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Partnership Requirement: Minimum two non-profit organizations must collaborate on the application - Geographic Requirement: Project must benefit the York Region exclusively - Community Focus: Initiative must serve underrepresented communities (definitions per program guidelines) - Project Scope: Must demonstrate clear connection to entrepreneurship or innovation - Reporting Requirements: Likely includes progress reports and financial accountability (confirm timeline) - Funding Timeline: Application deadlines and project completion dates not specified; contact administrator - Ineligibility Factors: For-profit entities, organizations outside York Region,