Flexible participation
We are exploring online participation and flexible session options.
A pathway to possibility
The SheRise Women’s Entrepreneurship Pathway
A proposed pathway connecting business fundamentals, investment preparation and access to customers. Designed for women moving from an idea to a business, and from an existing business to its next stage.
In development
Program design is underway. Cohort dates, fees, delivery locations and coaching availability have not yet been announced. Expressing interest does not constitute enrollment.
In development
Business Launch & Growth
Turn a business idea into a practical plan, or give an existing business a clearer direction.
Intended for
Aspiring founders and women running an early-stage or growing business.
Proposed format
Facilitated learning, practical exercises and individual or group coaching. Schedule and delivery team to be confirmed before enrollment.
English and French
This website and its introductory resources are available in English and French. The capacity to deliver coaching and program activities in each language is still being arranged. Tell us your preference when you express interest.
Planned activities
- Customer discovery and business-model development
- Pricing, sales and basic financial planning
- Digital operations and practical growth planning
Practical outputs
- A clearly defined customer problem
- A simple operating budget
- A written 90-day action plan
In development
Investment Readiness
Prepare the story, numbers and supporting materials for informed conversations about capital.
Intended for
Women business owners preparing to discuss equity investment or other financing options.
Proposed format
Facilitated learning, practical exercises and individual or group coaching. Schedule and delivery team to be confirmed before enrollment.
English and French
This website and its introductory resources are available in English and French. The capacity to deliver coaching and program activities in each language is still being arranged. Tell us your preference when you express interest.
Planned activities
- Pitch development and financial projections
- Capital needs and funding-route education
- Due-diligence preparation and practice conversations
Practical outputs
- A concise pitch outline
- A documented capital-needs estimate
- An organised due-diligence checklist
In development
Procurement & Market Access
Understand buyer expectations and prepare your business for new commercial opportunities.
Intended for
Women business owners seeking corporate customers, procurement opportunities or new markets.
Proposed format
Facilitated learning, practical exercises and individual or group coaching. Schedule and delivery team to be confirmed before enrollment.
English and French
This website and its introductory resources are available in English and French. The capacity to deliver coaching and program activities in each language is still being arranged. Tell us your preference when you express interest.
Planned activities
- Capability statements and supplier onboarding
- Tender-response preparation and buyer requirements
- Information on external supplier-diversity certification
Practical outputs
- A draft business capability statement
- A buyer-readiness checklist
- An action list for relevant supplier requirements
A pathway to possibility
Different starting points. Shared ambition.
The proposed pathway is intended for women entrepreneurs and aspiring founders. Where business ownership is relevant, it focuses on businesses at least 51% owned by women. You do not need an incorporated business or business number to express interest in starting one.
We intend to reach women who face barriers to business support, including newcomers, Black and racialized women, Indigenous women, women with disabilities and women in rural or remote communities. Specialized delivery partnerships are still being developed.
Designed around real lives.
Clear, useful materials
Plain-language information and practical worksheets support different starting points.
Individual needs
Tell us about an accessibility need or preferred language when you contact us.
Building reach thoughtfully.
We are exploring a model for serving women in different parts of Canada through online activities and regional collaboration. Service areas, local partners and launch arrangements will be published when confirmed.
Become a delivery partnerEnglish and French
This website and its introductory resources are available in English and French. The capacity to deliver coaching and program activities in each language is still being arranged. Tell us your preference when you express interest.
This proposed pathway offers business-development support. It does not offer participant grants or loans, and participation would not guarantee investment, contracts or business results.
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