Northwest Community Futures
504 Frontier Way # 1 S9A 1B7 North Battleford, SK, Canada

Let's talk self-care... EVERYONE NEEDS IT! We know that entrepreneurship can be stressful! The purpose of Wellness Wednesdays is to help entrepreneurs learn new skills and resources they can use to support their own, positive mental health.... Once a month in October, November, and January, Bridges Health will present a FREE webinar on a mental wellness topic. DETAILS: October 14th 12-1pm - Stress Management To register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/webinar-wellness-wednesdays-str November 18th 12-1pm - Fostering Resiliency To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webinar-wellness-wednesday-fos January 13th Navigating Change and Transitions Registration Link: COMING SOON!

There are many metrics to use to determine the success of your business, but available cash flow is one of the most important. There are many ways that you can bolster your cash flow such as leasing equipment, taking out a loan, hiring contract workers, or modifying your account processes. Interested in learning more? Contact us at 306 446 3200 !

WE NEED YOUR HELP! We want to bring individuals, organizations & communities in our region together but need your feedback. Please complete the 2-minute survey below, help us, help you! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DSB63T2

We're in this together! When you support a local small business, you're helping to create employment and a healthy economy at home. A dollar spent within your community is a vote for the health of your region and the people that live there!

Looking to keep your employees on your payroll or bring them back to work? The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) has been extended until November 21, 2020 and is now more flexible to meet your business needs! For more information and to apply, check out the link:... https://www.canada.ca//emergency-wa/cews-what-changes.html See more

A natural curiosity and love for what you do will help to ensure the longevity of your business. One of the most powerful things that can benefit your business is having someone to talk to when you come up against a tough question. If you need help filling in the gaps, reach out to one of our business experts for advice and connections!... Call us at 306 446 3200 for assistance with your tough business questions!

Re-Open Saskatchewan Training Subsidy (RSTS) The RSTS program has been launched in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program involves employer driven, short term training that provides eligible employers with financial support to train employees. Funding to support training can help employers adjust to the impacts of the pandemic and safely align business activities with the re-opening phases of Saskatchewan's economy.... Deadline: December 31, 2020 To apply visit: https://www.saskatchewan.ca//re-open-saskatchewan-training

EDP COVID-19 Support Services Funding is available for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities to access professional services to maintain or reopen their business. Eligible services can include:... - Costs to move their business online such as graphic designers, web designers and IT supports - marketing assistance or one to one training to promote their business. For more information contact us at 306 446 3200 !

Succesfully tracking business expenses and maintaining books are a crucial part of ensuring that your small business receives the attention it deserves. Hiring an experienced bookkeeper can be right move to achieve this. Check out this article with ten questions to ensure that you'll find the best bookkeeper for you and your company: https://cfsask.ca//1155-10-essential-conversations-to-have

If you're forging into the unknown and need help getting from point A to point B, let us help you create a road map. Northwest Community Futures offers support and advice as you write your business plan and prepare to launch your business. Reach us at 306 446 3200 for help navigating your plan

Community Initiatives Fund - Grant Program! The Community Grant Program is providing grants to programs and projects that fall withing one of these three funding themes: - Healthy growth and development of children and youth; - Individual and community development;... - Non profit and community leadership. Application Deadline: October 1, 2020 For more information and to apply visit http://www.cifsask.org/

EDP Client Funding - Bookkeeping EDP clients can receive up to $250 matching dollars to access the services of a qualified bookkeeper/accountant to set up and train the client in the maintenance of a proper bookkeeping system. EDP clients are required to match the funding. The Community Futures office may choose to consider offering to add this amount to the clients loan if needed!... For more information contact us at 306 446 3200 !

Implementing a new marketing strategy can be exactly the push your business needs to reach your sales goals for this year. Here are 7 low cost strategies you can use: 1. Conduct a survey to find out what your customers want. 2. Pamper your existing customers to show your appreciation. 3. Commit to online marketing... 4. Use all your real estate for signs and banners. 5. Work at public relations 6. Turn employees to ambassadors to acquire more contacts. 7. Give back to your community. For the full article, and more details on these 7 strategies, check out this link https://www.bdc.ca//marketing/pages/7-low-cost-tactics-bus

The Northwest Community Futures RRRF Application Portal is now closed. Unfortunately, we will no longer be able to accept any applications. For those who still wish to seek funding through the RRRF, applications are still being accepted by Western Economic Diversification Canada.... Applications can be accessed at https://www.wd-deo.gc.ca/eng/20060.asp#how

Postmedia Marketing Grants Grants ranging from $500 - $15,000 for registered Canadian businesses, not-for-profit and charity organizations that operate within 100 km of communities Postmedia serves. To apply visit: http://www.postmediasolutions.com/grant/... Deadline: September 12, 2020 The grant program has two components: - a full marketing grant program to select businesses in the hardest hit sectors of our economy, including, but not limited to, the Restaurant, Tourism, and Hospitality sectors. - A match program whereby local businesses can apply for matching media investments from $500 to $15,000 to complement their new programs

Help strengthen your local economy and invest in your community by supporting a local business. Spend where you live, work, and play. Show some love to a small business today!

FREE BOOTCAMP: EDP Business Bootcamp via Zoom *Limited spots available* Collaborate, mastermind, and strategize how to grow your business with Michael Hernik, BCOMM, MPAcc, CPA, and other entrepreneurs. This 3 hour boot camp will help entrepreneurs grow and attract new customers to increase their top line revenues. The ideas and tools discussed may change your business forever!... Upcoming Bootcamps: A) Sat. September 12 - 2:00-5:00pm B) Sat. October 3 - 1:00-4:00pm C) Sat. November 21 - 1:00-4:000pm To register email Susan Bater at [email protected] at least 10 days before the bootcamp. Spots will be filled on a first come, first served basis so book soon!

Being an entrepreneur is a dynamic, ever changing career that requires the ability to forge forward, sometimes without a crystallized vision of exactly where you are headed. Never be afraid to try new things and pivot your idea to meet the needs of your market. For help and advice on how to stay up to date with your market's ever changing requirements, get in touch with Northwest Community Futures at 306 446 3200

Has your rural business been impacted by COVID-19? Looking for funds to help you get back on your feet? The Regional Relief and Recovery Fund (RRRF) is available with loans up to $40,000 and a potential of 25% of the loan being forgivable!... You can apply online at https://cfsask.ca/apply-online-for-relief-recovery-funding

Northwest Community Futures knows that running a business requires managing a lot of moving parts, and one of the biggest moving parts is acquiring funding. If you need a lender to help fund your next business expense, Community Futures might be exactly the place you're looking for! We can lend up to $150,000.00 per business entity and partner with other financial institutions for larger projects.... Give us a call at 306 446 3200 for more information!

Changes have been implemented to the Canadian Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS). These changes broaden the reach of the program and provide better targeted support. Applications for CEWS period 5 will be open starting today, August 17, 2020.... For more information visit: https://www.canada.ca//services/subsidy/emergency-wage-sub