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Description

Small business training and lending programs

  • business plan development
  • access flexible loans
  • mentorship programs
  • networking opportunities

Small Business Lending Program: access to low-interest loans (up to $10,000)

  • mentorship and other supports

Peer Supported Startup Program:

  • 8-week program business skill development program
  • access to skills training, business guidance, and support of a peer network
  • virtual classroom sessions and small-group mentoring
  • $300 start-up grant upon program completion

Youth Small Business Program

  • 8 to 10 week business skill development program
  • virtual lessons and mentorship sessions
  • peer co-working
  • $500 start-up grant upon program completion

EnterpRISEing You:

  • casual online entrepreneurship course
  • 15-module course centered around business skills and business plan development
  • access to a Rise business advisor upon program completion
Eligibility
Individuals who self-identify as having current or past mental health and/or addiction challenges, who are are interested in self-employment and are unable to access business financing from mainstream sources

Must not be in active bankruptcy or in arrears with child support payments or government taxes

Youth Small Business Program: youth aged 16-29

Peer Supported Startup Program: adults aged 30 or olderResidency requirement: Canada
Application Process
Call, email or complete online application

Follow-up meeting with business advisor, business and cash flow plan required; supporting documentation must be submitted
Documents Required
Contact for information
Office
647-232-7473 - (647-232-RISE)
Website
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Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
2 Carlton St
Suite 1806
Toronto, ON, M5B 1J3
Canada
Languages
English, French - by request
Contact
Anne Cooper, Lending Program Manager
Email: [email protected]
Training Program Manager
Jasmine Ali
Email: [email protected]
Fees
No fees for business advisory and application process services ; interest charged on all financing products
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Last Updated On
January 7, 2026
Address
2 Carlton St, Suite 1806
Toronto, ON, M5B 1J3
Cross streets: Yonge St and Carleton St
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Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible building ; barrier free washrooms ; braille elevators with lowered buttons
Hours of Operation
Mon
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Tue
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Thu
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Fri
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Service Area(s)
Canada
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