CEIM — Coaching and Consulting Services ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Early-stage companies with innovative ideas or products - Businesses seeking to commercialize new concepts - Companies with growth potential in their sector - Entities with access to local or international networks for coaching support ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Structure: Non-repayable funding for coaching and consulting services - Funding Model: Services-based (not direct cash disbursement) - Matching Requirements: Typically requires recipient cost-sharing (varies by service provider and program stream) - No Repayment Obligation: Funds do not need to be repaid - Specific Amount: Not specified in program description; determined based on project scope and selected consultants ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Business coaching and mentoring services - Consulting services from local experts - Consulting services from international specialists - Product development guidance - Commercialization strategy and planning - Market analysis and validation support - Business model refinement - Long-term advisory and support services tailored to business needs ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Project Focus: Must involve a clearly defined innovative idea or product for commercialization - Long-Term Engagement: Services are designed for sustained support over an extended period (not one-time consulting) - Network Access: Applicant must be willing to work with assigned coaches/consultants from the program's network - Accountability: Recipients must actively participate in coaching sessions and implement recommendations - Reporting: Progress milestones and outcomes may need to be documented - Eligibility Verification: Must meet SME and Canadian business criteria at time of application