Grants and Contributions:
Title:
The Revival of Haitian Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
Agreement Number:
7438250 P009168001
Agreement Value:
$5,000,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 25, 2022 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This project aims to support Haitian micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in their economic recovery efforts, notably by implementing initiatives that support economic security, poverty reduction and women’s power and agency in Haiti. Project activities include the following: (1) developing and implementing a professional development program for women in the finance sector; (2) defining and implementing a development plan for two promising sectors; (3) setting up an accelerator program for proponents supporting entrepreneurs, girls and boys; (4) providing a more differentiated offering of financial products and services; (5) providing tailored training on entrepreneurship, relevant financial programs/funding and how entrepreneur coaching services work; (6) improving the delivery of financial services to women micro-entrepreneurs; (7) implementing a personal development program for women entrepreneurs; and (8) developing a business model for coaching services offered to MSMEs.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes for this project include the following: (1) public and/or private financial institutions in Haiti more effectively deliver financial services tailored to the differentiated needs of MSMEs; and (2) MSMEs, especially those headed by women and young people, invest more in innovations that foster performance, competitiveness and resilience.
Location:
Lévis, Quebec, CA G6V 4C3
Reference Number:
064-2021-2022-Q4-00085
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
104905757
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
DID - Développement international Desjardins
Federal Riding Name:
Bellechasse--Les Etchemins--Lévis
Federal Riding Number:
24010
Program:
International Development Assistance Program
Program Purpose:
The main purpose on the International Development Assistance Program is to reduce poverty for those living in countries where Global Affairs Canada engages in international development.