Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026

Applications are open for the Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026, an initiative designed to help Black entrepreneurs in Canada strengthen their businesses and prepare for sustainable growth. The programme provides access to professional services that can help entrepreneurs address important legal, business planning and financial needs.

The programme is delivered by the Federation of African Canadian Economics, also known as FACE Coalition, with support from the TD Ready Commitment. For the 2026 cohort, eligible entrepreneurs can access professional services valued at up to CAD 2,500 through service providers Endlex Legal Inc. and MNP.

Rather than providing unrestricted cash directly to applicants, the programme connects selected entrepreneurs with professional service providers according to their business needs. Support can help businesses establish stronger legal foundations, improve financial planning, prepare for financing and strengthen their overall readiness for long term growth.

About the Opportunity

The Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program focuses on strengthening the foundations of early stage businesses through access to professional expertise. Entrepreneurs may receive support in areas including legal services, business planning, financial projections, financial statements and tax filing.

Legal support is provided through Endlex Legal Inc. Depending on the needs of an eligible business, available services may include incorporation support, minute book setup, shareholders’ agreements, service and employment agreement templates, confidentiality and intellectual property assignment agreements for technology founders, website agreements, privacy compliance, lease agreements, regulatory compliance and internal business policies.

MNP provides business and financial services that can help entrepreneurs develop or strengthen their business plans, prepare financial projections, produce financial statements and obtain tax filing support.

Opportunity Benefits

• Professional legal services valued at up to CAD 2,500

• Access to Endlex Legal Inc. for eligible legal support

• Business planning support

• Financial projection preparation

• Financial statement support

• Tax filing support

• Assistance with incorporation and corporate documentation

• Support with contracts, privacy compliance and other business legal needs

• English and French legal services

• Document translation upon request

• Professional guidance tailored to the needs of eligible businesses

• Support to improve financial readiness for future financing

• Assistance with strengthening business foundations for sustainable growth

Programme Areas

Legal Services

Participants may access professional legal support for business incorporation, corporate records, shareholders’ agreements, service and employment agreements, confidentiality and intellectual property agreements, website terms and privacy policies, privacy law compliance, lease agreements, regulatory compliance, Small Claims legal counsel and internal policies.

Business Planning

Eligible entrepreneurs can receive professional assistance to develop or strengthen their business plan. This can help businesses clarify objectives, strategies and future growth plans.

Financial Services

Support may include preparation of financial projections and financial statements. These services can help entrepreneurs improve financial planning and transparency.

Tax Services

Eligible businesses may receive support with tax filing requirements and related professional services.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026, applicants must meet the programme requirements.

• Operate a business in Canada

• Be operating for five years or less

• Be identified as a Black owned business

• Have a valid Business Registration Number

• Be owned by a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

• Require professional support in at least one eligible service area

• Need support related to legal services, business planning, financial services or tax services

Eligible applicants should have a clear business need that can be addressed through the professional services offered through the programme.

Required Application Information

Applicants should be prepared to provide information relevant to their business and demonstrate the type of professional support required.

• Business information

• Business registration information

• Ownership information

• Information confirming eligibility

• Details about the professional services required

• Information about the business and its current needs

• Any additional information requested through the official application form

Applicants should carefully review the official application requirements before submitting their application.

How to Apply

1. Review the eligibility requirements for the Propelling Black Entrepreneurship Program 2026.
2. Confirm that your business operates in Canada and meets the ownership, registration and operating period requirements.
3. Identify the professional support your business requires, such as legal services, business planning, financial projections, financial statements or tax filing support.
4. Prepare the information and documents requested in the application form.
5. Submit your application through the official FACE Coalition application platform.
6. Complete the application before the deadline of October 23, 2026 at 6 p.m. EST.