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Title:

Changing the Narrative - Unleashing the Full Potential of Women Entrepreneurs

Agreement Number:

NA230271

Agreement Value:

$963,877.00

Agreement Date:

Oct 13, 2023 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

This 29 month-project will address systemic barriers to the establishment and growth of women-owned enterprises, with a particular focus on Black communities and official language minority communities, in order to create a more inclusive and equitable social entrepreneurial landscape in the Canadian digital economy. To do so, the Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) will conduct research to uncover and showcase indicators and catalysts for success at all stages of social entrepreneurship in the digital economy. It will recruit at least 500 women-owned enterprises in Ontario, Manitoba, Quebec, New Brunswick, and Alberta to participate in its entrepreneurship and mentorship programs, and interactive hub to exchange knowledge, best practices, and mentorship opportunities. ICTC will also be engaging with core industry partners to participate in an advisory committee, contribute their expertise to knowledge mobilization sessions for the entrepreneurs, and share project information among their networks. At the end of the project, the organization will share results of its project evaluation.

Organization:

Women and Gender Equality Canada

Expected Results:

Women and stakeholders have access to supports to address issues relating to equality between women and men.

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario, CA K1P 5H9

Reference Number:

001-2023-2024-Q3-00036

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) of Canada Inc.

Program:

Women's Program

Program Purpose:

The purpose of the Women’s Program is to advance equality for women in Canada by working to address or remove systemic barriers impeding women’s progress and advancement. The WP supports the Government of Canada’s goal of advancing gender equality in Canada. It is consistent with Government of Canada priorities related to economic prosperity, and supports Canada’s international commitments related to gender equality.