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The PowerUp Ready program is a free, and flexible 10-week business training program for women entrepreneurs ready to start or grow their ventures. Businesses accepted into the program will recieve weekly one-to-one learning and attend interactive lessons provided by a trained business coach. Upon program completion, graduates will have a professionally developed business plan ready to take to financial institutions. 

The PowerUp Explore program aims to bridge gaps in accessible services and training by providing women with “discovery” training. Ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs, the interactive assessments and training sessions with Business Advisors will help kickstart their entrepreneurial journey.

Contact the team at Innovation Factory and CITM to get connected with YWCA Hamilton.

Get connected with YWCA Hamilton

YWCA Hamilton – PowerUp Program

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Quick Facts

  • Open to a range of business types
  • Develop skills to build a business plan
  • Develop an understanding of entrepreneurship
  • PowerUp Ready runs 4 weeks long
  • PowerUp Explore runs 10 weeks long

 

i.d.e.a. Fund Applications Open

Applications are now open for i.d.e.a. Fund Cohort 4

Are you developing and/or redesigning new green products, services, processes, and technologies that reduce environmental impact?

The i.d.e.a.™ Fund program focuses on supporting a more sustainable economy while fostering an inclusive and equitable growth in southern Ontario. Find out if you’re eligible to access up to $20,000 in matching seed funding and 30 hours of expert mentorship.

Applications are open from June 16 to July 7, 2025.