BDC Advisory Services — Human Resources ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) - Private sector businesses across all industries - Businesses with demonstrated need for HR structure improvement - Companies seeking to strengthen recruitment and retention capabilities - Sole proprietorships and incorporated businesses eligible ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Non-repayable advisory services (not a monetary grant) - Cost Structure: Typically subsidized or fully covered by BDC for eligible clients - No Matching Requirement: Generally no financial match required from the business - Direct Value: Access to expert HR consulting and advisory support - Note: Confirm current pricing with BDC as some advisory services may have nominal fees ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - HR strategy and organizational structure development - Recruitment process design and implementation - Employee retention strategy creation - HR management system setup and optimization - Talent acquisition planning - Onboarding and training process development - Performance management framework design - Coaching and mentoring on HR best practices - Practical HR tools and templates provision - Workforce planning guidance ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Commitment Required: Business must be willing to engage actively with advisors - Implementation Focus: Emphasis on practical application of recommendations - Timeline: Varies by engagement scope; typically 3-6 months - Ongoing Support: Access to follow-up coaching and resources during and after engagement - Documentation: Businesses receive actionable plans and implementation guides - Progress Tracking: Regular check-ins to monitor HR improvements and outcomes - Eligibility Verification: BDC will assess business viability and HR needs before approval