AFIA DEI Index
The Forum / Women and Gender Equality Canada Canada
Deadline
Rolling — apply anytime
Region
Canada
Funder type
Federal Government
For
Nonprofits & businesses
Eligible organizations
Funders and financial institutions
Sectors
All sectors
About this program
National initiative addressing systemic barriers women entrepreneurs face accessing capital. Encourages Canadian funders to improve equitable access to business funding for women entrepreneurs, especially BIPOC and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. Funded by Women and Gender Equality Canada.
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