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Qualifications
Who qualifies for the Women Entrepreneurship Centre (WEC) program? You can apply if you're:
- An entrepreneur who identifies as a woman.
- 50% or more of your business is women-owned.
- Open to feedback and new ideas.
- Open to provide regular constructive feedback to the program.
- Ready to launch and grow your business.
- 18 years of age or older at the time of application.
Note: No franchise operations can apply, and no multi-level marketing businesses can apply.
Benefits
The WEC provides successful applicants:
- Training focused on developing and managing your business.
- Leadership training, advisory services and mentoring.
- Shared coworking space (hot desks).
- An outstanding community of peers and supporters.
And the best part: it’s 100% free. No cost, no equity.
Location
Programming takes place online and in Waterloo, Kitchener, Brantford and Milton.
How to Apply
To successfully complete the program, applicants must:
- Apply online:
- Undergo an interview, if necessary, and selection process.
- Agree to participate in training modules, online or in person.
- Create a business plan and cash flow report over the course of the program.
We acknowledge the support of the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario. The Laurier Women Entrepreneurship Centre is proudly partnered with:
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