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BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program

BMO
About the Grant

The BMO Celebrating Women grant program was launched as a way to ensure that women-owned businesses received the resources and attention they needed to thrive. Since its inaugural year, the grant has supported a multitude of women-owned businesses across Canada, and within various sectors and industries.

The BMO Celebrating Women Grant Program is open to small businesses that are at least 51% women-owned. Additional eligibility requirements include that your business must have been in operation for at least two years, and your annual revenue cannot exceed $5 million. Fifteen female entrepreneurs will receive $10,000 grants.

State and Industry
Ownership Categories
Grant Amount:

Up to $10,000

Application Deadline:

2026 To Be Announced

Notes

The 2025 application has passed but this is an annual program. Check back periodically for updates about 2026 application windows

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