Programme Ascend d'ELLA ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Female entrepreneurs and business owners - Early-stage to growth-stage businesses seeking acceleration and development - Entrepreneurs committed to participating in a 4-month intensive program - Canadian-based businesses (implied through ELLA framework) - Individuals with an established or emerging business concept ready for scaling ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Accelerator program (non-dilutive funding model) - Program Duration: 4 months - Financial Structure: Access to community, resources, and knowledge base included - Specific Grant Amount: Not specified in program description - Matching Requirements: Not specified - Repayability: Typically non-repayable (accelerator model) — confirm with ELLA directly - Additional Support: Mentorship, networking, and business development resources ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Business development and growth initiatives - Access to expert knowledge and training resources - Networking and community engagement activities - Strategic planning and business scaling support - Potential: Product development, market expansion, operational improvements (subject to program guidelines) Note: Specific eligible expense categories should be confirmed directly with ELLA ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Program Duration: 4-month commitment required - Participant Requirement: Active engagement throughout the entire acceleration cycle - Eligibility Focus: Female-founded or female-led businesses prioritized - Selection Process: Competitive application-based acceptance (typical for accelerators) - Key Milestones: Progress checkpoints throughout the 4-month program - Reporting: Regular participation and reporting likely required - Geographic Focus: Canadian entrepreneurs Note: Detailed terms, application deadlines, and specific milestone metrics should be verified directly with ELLA