Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026
Overview
The Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026 is delivered by the FACE Coalition with support from the TD Ready Commitment. It connects eligible Black entrepreneurs with professional legal, business planning and financial services valued at up to $2,500. Through service providers Endlex Legal Inc. and MNP, participants receive expert guidance to strengthen their business foundations, improve financial readiness and prepare for financing and long-term growth.
What you get
Endlex offers legal services that entrepreneurs can access according to their needs. Options include a one-hour consultation, incorporation and minute book setup, shareholders' agreements, template service and employment agreements, confidentiality and IP assignment agreements for tech founders, website agreements such as Terms of Use and Privacy Policies, privacy law compliance, lease agreement negotiation and drafting, regulatory compliance guidance, Small Claims legal counsel, template internal policies, and annual maintenance of minute books and corporate documents. Bilingual English and French services are available, with document translation on request.
MNP offers business and financial services tailored to need, which may include developing or strengthening a business plan, preparing financial projections and financial statements, and providing tax filing support. These help entrepreneurs clarify goals and strategy, strengthen financial planning and transparency, and prepare for financing.
Who can apply
The business must have operated in Canada for five years or less, be identified as a Black-owned business, hold a valid Business Registration Number, and be owned by a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. It must also need professional support in at least one of the following areas: legal services, business planning, financial services such as statements and projections, or tax services such as filing support.
Key dates
Applications opened on September 28 and close on October 23 at 6 p.m. EST.