3 Government Wage Subsidy Programs for Startups and Small Businesses

Budget limitations and inexperience can make hiring new employees a difficult decision for small business owners. Luckily, If you are a startup or a small business in Canada, there are numerous programs that can help you get up and running. Some programs provide help with your cash flow in the form of financing, grants, subsidies and tax credits while others provide resources such as training, mentoring and coaching. Many small businesses particularly when they are in the startup stage should take the time to research these programs and send applications to the ones that might be applicable. Below are a list of three popular programs that are worth exploring further:

Note that the programs listed below are independent of COVID. For a list of COVID related wage subsidies and tax credits, please see the Government of Canada website