Author: sharronfalls
Canada – Minister Fortier announces support for Black-led not-for-profit organization in the National Capital Region
Ottawa, Ontario Government of Canada invests more than $830,000 to support Black entrepreneurs and businesses in the National Capital Region Black Canadian business owners and entrepreneurs make important contributions to the Canadian economy, yet they continue to face systemic racism and obstacles in starting and growing their businesses. This has been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government of Canada is working to address long-standing barriers with its first-ever Black Entrepreneurship Program—an over $400-million investment to support the long-term success of Black entrepreneurs and business owners. Today, the Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister ... Read more