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How Canadians do business has changed. To stay competitive and grow, small and medium-sized businesses need to adopt new digital tools.

The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP) can help get your business online, give your e-commerce presence a boost or help digitalize your business's operations. CDAP provides funding and support to businesses, as well as training and work opportunities for young Canadians.

The Grow your Business Online grant helps small businesses take advantage of e-commerce opportunities, by providing:
  • Access to a network of e-commerce advisors for advice and support
  • Up to $2,400 to buy new e-commerce tools 

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Is a for-profit business (including for-profit social enterprises and co-operatives)
  • Is a registered or incorporated business
  • Is a consumer-facing business
  • Can be accessed by consumers or provides in-person services to consumers
  • Has at least one employee (other than the owner)
  • Indigenous-owned businesses and businesses located in the Territories must have either one employee (other than the owner) OR have had at least $30,000 in annual revenue in the most recent tax year
  • Must commit to maintaining digital adoption strategy for six months after participation in the program
  • Must consent to participating in follow-up surveys, sharing information with the Government of Canada (ISED and Statistics Canada), and having the name of the business published as a recipient of funding

    The following types of small businesses are ineligible:

  • Corporate chains, franchises, or registered charities
  • Representatives of multi-level marketing companies
  • Real estate brokerages
  • Businesses that engage in online reselling or drop-shipping businesses reliant on third-party suppliers
  • Wholesale or distribution businesses and manufacturers (unless their business model includes direct sales to the end consumer)

We are ready to help you with your application process and business consultancy to receive the grant. 

Base/Initial Fee: $100.00
Fees ranges between ($100.00 to $200.00)

 

Form# 1. CDAP Eligibility & Fees

Form# 2. Grow Your Business - Step 1

Form# 3. Grow Your Business - Step 2

Form# 4. Grow Your Business - Step 3

 

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