Travail indépendant Î.-P.-É Grant Brief ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Self-employed individuals (travailleurs autonomes) - Job seekers planning to launch their own business - Employment Insurance (EI) recipients in Prince Edward Island - Individuals transitioning from employment to self-employment - Canadian citizens or permanent residents eligible for EI benefits ### 💰 Funding Details - Weekly allowance available to eligible applicants - Employment Insurance (EI) benefits can be combined with weekly allocations - Hybrid support: Applicants may receive either weekly allowance OR EI benefits, OR a combination of both - Repayability: Non-repayable grant/benefit structure (subject to EI eligibility rules) - Specific funding amounts: Not detailed in program description; varies by individual EI entitlement and provincial allocation rates ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses The program description does not specify approved expense categories. Funds are intended as income support rather than project-based grants, suggesting use for: - Personal/business living expenses during startup phase - General business establishment costs (subject to EI regulations) Note: Consult with program administrators for detailed expense eligibility ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Geographic requirement: Applicants must be in Prince Edward Island - Employment status: Must be an active job seeker or EI claimant - Business launch requirement: Must demonstrate intent to establish a business - Eligibility verification: Subject to Employment Insurance eligibility criteria - Combination flexibility: Can mix weekly allowance with EI benefits based on individual circumstances - Ongoing compliance: Must maintain self-employment business status to continue receiving support