Creating jobs for Islanders - With the Ignition Fund grant it received from the provincial government last year, Island start-up company Exit Speed Inc. was able to get patents for its products, a web site, and a marketing plan. The company – which helps baseball and softball...
Bolstering support for entrepreneurs promotes a stronger, diversified economy that creates more opportunity for job growth and innovation by turning ideas into viable new businesses. The governments of Canada and Prince Edward Island are supporting organizations such as JobSite...
A young Island couple’s candle business is on fire since landing a big order from retail giant HomeSense. Megan and Sage Grandy run their burgeoning Lighters Candle Co. from their West Royalty garage in Charlottetown and - thanks to a grant from the provincial government’s...
Creating jobs for Islanders - Moth Lane Brewing’s first year in business brought phenomenal success that caused them to run out of beer more than once. Now new government support may help the Prince County employer grow to satisfy the thirst of its eager customers. Owner and...
The Small Business Investment Grant helps Prince Edward Island’s small businesses improve efficiency and innovation by way of a non-repayable financial contribution toward the purchase of eligible capital asset costs. Who is eligible for Small Business Investment Grant? To be an eligible applicant, a business must be located in Prince Edward Island and: be registered to do business in Prince Edward Island as a for-profit entity; actively operating on Prince Edward Island; and be the primary source of income for the applicant OR employ at least one employee (minimum of 560 hrs). Ineligible...
Innovation PEI encourages applicants to contact a Business Development Officer prior to applying for support, as this typically will save the applicant time and result in a better experience. This contact benefits the applicant by: assisting the applicant to identify the most...
If you have a passion to become a business owner in Prince Edward Island, it is important to be aware of all the resources available to you - from government and in the community. Here is a list of non-government organizations that may valuable information and supports. Chambers...
Innovation PEI is a proud community partner offering services with Futurpreneur Canada which is a national non-profit organization providing pre-launch expertise, business resources, start-up financing and mentoring to help you start and run your own successful business. Who is...