Entrepreneurs & Self Employment

Entrepreneurs & Self Employment

Discover a collection of resources designed for military spouses who are entrepreneurs or thinking about starting their own business. Whether you’re just exploring ideas or already building something great, you’ll find helpful guides, business support organizations, funding information, and practical tools.

• Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
  BDC offers financial and advisory support tailored for Canadian entrepreneurs, including military spouses and partners who are starting or growing a business. Their services can help navigate funding, business planning, and growth strategies, making them a valuable resource for those in the military community seeking to build a sustainable business in Canada.
  
  Get tip sheets, eBooks, webinars and business templates in one place with the BDC Entrepreneurs Toolkit.
  
  For information, visit their official website Business Development Bank of Canada, Facebook, Instagram
  
  info@bdc.ca
  1-877-232-2269
  
  Location: Canada-wide
  Language: English, French
  Service Delivery: Virtual, In-Person
  Cost: Fees may apply (consult BDC for details)
  
  Audience:
  All
• Futurpreneur
  Futurpreneur Canada empowers young entrepreneurs (ages 18–39) across Canada with accessible financing, personalized mentorship, and practical business resources. Those that meeting the eligibility criteria can benefit from startup loans, expert guidance, and a supportive network to help launch or grow their business. 
  
  An extensive online resource library for young entrepreneurs available at the Futurpreneur Resource Library.
  
  For information, visit their official website Futurpreneur.
  
  info@futurpreneur.ca
  1-866-646-2922
  
  Location: Canada-wide
  Language: English, French
  Service Delivery: Hybrid
  Cost: Fees may apply
  
  Audience:
  All 
• Strategyzer
  Strategyzer offers a suite of practical business planning and innovation tools, including the popular Business Model Canvas and Value Proposition Canvas. These resources help entrepreneurs and small business owners design, test, and refine their business models and value propositions. The tools are widely used by startups, established businesses, and individuals looking to clarify their ideas and build sustainable ventures. While not military-specific, Strategyzer’s resources are accessible and relevant to military spouses seeking to launch or grow a business
  
  For information, visit their official website Strategyzer.
  
  Location: Global
  Language: English
  Service Delivery: Virtual
  Cost: Many tools are free; premium resources and courses may have fees
  
  Audience:
  All