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CANIE microgrants up for grabs

 A specialized grant program from the Innovators & Entrepreneurs Foundation, in partnership with UPS have launched.  Applications are open until January 10th with awarding/announcements occurring February 15th.

See below for the 4 grants, and read more here:  https://www.ief-fie.ca/the-canie-microgrants/

Grant 1 – The Creative Entrepreneurs Grant – $5,000

Sponsored by the Alexandra Horwood & Andrew James Labbad Fund

The purpose of this grant is to support entrepreneurs in creative industries (art, music, entertainment, fashion, independent media, design services etc.) with their business development and growth.

Grant 2 – UPS Product Innovation Grant – $5,000

The Product Innovation Grant will be awarded to entrepreneurs developing innovative products across any industry sector.

Grant 3 – UPS Global Impact Grant – $5,000

The UPS Global Impact Grant aims to recognize entrepreneurs and innovators in marginalized communities making a social/environmental impact that transcends national borders through innovative products.

Grant 4 – The Crisis Grant – $5,000

Sponsored by the Alexandra Horwood & Andrew James Labbad Fund

The Crisis Grant’s purpose is to aims to an entrepreneur or innovator who has been affected by natural disasters or been directly impacted by the effects of COVID.

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