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Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Info-GuideLast Verified:
2006-09-27
What is an Info-Guide?The Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre created Info-Guides to help you navigate through the wide range of programs and services in a specific area as well as related regulations that may affect your business venture. Info-Guides featuring other topics of interest are also available by contacting the Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre at 204-984-2272 (in Winnipeg) or 1-800-665-2019 (toll free in Canada) or by e-mail at manitoba@cbsc.ic.gc.ca. TABLE OF CONTENTSFinancial Assistance
Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program This program provides disabled entrepreneurs in Rural Manitoba, who are unable to obtain financing from a traditional financial institution, access to business loans up to $125,000. The terms of the loans are designed to be patient and flexible, specifically tailored to address each individual entrepreneur's needs and repayable at competitive rates. The funds can be used for starting or expanding a business; purchasing and applying new technology to a business; upgrading facilities and equipment; developing marketing and promotions materials; and establishing working capital for anticipated sales increases. Business services are also provided such as helping to develop customized business plans; mentoring and counselling services; training in business development; one-on-one assistance; help identifying needs for specialized equipment and assistance acquiring it and access to capital.
Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program - Winnipeg Provides business loans of up to $75,000 to help Winnipeg entrepreneurs with disabilities start or expand their own business. Funds may be used to purchase or apply new technology; upgrade facilities and equipment; develop marketing and promotional activities; and establish working capital. Individuals wishing to qualify for a loan must live in Winnipeg and have a disability. Independent Living Resource Centre provides access to small business management training; assistance in preparing business plans; peer support and networking; and one-on-one consulting services. AUCC Scholarship for Students with Disabilities Provides disabled students with scholarships in the amount of $5,000 for one year with the possibility of being renewed upon re-application. To be eligible, you must be a permanent Canadian citizen or have lived in Canada for at least two years as a permanent resident and you must be enrolled in your first undergraduate degree program. All disciplines are eligible. Mattinson Endowment Fund Scholarship for Disabled Students Provides disabled students with scholarships in the amount of $2,500 for one year with the possibility of being renewed upon re-application. To be eligible, you must be a permanent Canadian citizen or have lived in Canada for at least two years as a permanent resident and you must be enrolled in your first undergraduate degree program. All disciplines are eligible.
Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities Helps to generate innovative activities which help persons with disabilities prepare for, obtain and keep employment or self-employment. To be eligible, a participant must self-identify as having a disability; be unemployed; be legally entitled to work in Canada; and be in need of assistance to prepare for, find, or become employed or self-employed. Participants must not be eligible for assistance under the Employment Benefits provided by the Canada Employment Insurance Commission under Part II of the Employment Insurance Act or similar provincial or territorial programs that are subject to agreements with provinces, territories or organizations funded through Section 63 of the Employment Insurance Act. Rebate for Specially-Equipped Vehicles for Persons with Disabilities This bulletin explains the rebate of the 6% GST, the 8% provincial component of the HST or the 14% HST that may be claimed on specially-equipped motor vehicles (referred to below as qualifying motor vehicles) that are used by, or to transport, individuals using wheelchairs, and vehicles equipped with auxiliary driving controls for individuals with disabilities. The rebate applies to new vehicles and used vehicles that have not been used since being specially equipped, and to first leases of qualifying motor vehicles, including the purchase of the vehicle by the first lessee upon the exercise of an option under that lease.
SEED Winnipeg Inc. Supporting Employment and Economic Development Assists low-income individuals or groups to establish small businesses by providing business planning assistance, training, and after-care services through its Build-A-Business Program (BAB). Other programs available through SEED include: Asset Building Programs, Money Management Training, Community and Worker Ownership Program (CWOP), Community Economic Development (CED) Technical Assistance and Research and Development. SEED's BAB & CWOP Programs also provide access to Business Loans and to the Enhanced Self Employment Program for individuals who are on income assistance. All services are offered free of charge.
Self Employment (SE) Program Meyers, Norris, Penny YMCA/YWCA Employment Services Rural Manitobans CDEM (francophone delivery) Provides unemployed employment insurance eligible individuals with financial support, planning assistance and mentoring while they get their business up and running. The maximum duration of support is 78 weeks for clients with a disability that will affect their ability to make the business sustainable in one year. Business ServicesAbility Edge An internship program specifically designed for college and high school graduates with disabilities. Through 6, 9 or 12-month internships, graduates with disabilities obtain work experience in their field at many Canadian organizations and industries. Students must be a graduate with a disability; have no career related work experience, be eligible to work in Canada; and have not previously been a Career Edge or Ability Edge intern. As a Career Edge Intern with Ability Edge, you gain practical work experience in your career of choice; are mentored by a coach, can network with people in your field; receive support with accommodation needs; receive a stipend of $1667/month and receive job counselling after the internship. Alternative Format Program Persons with visual impairments can get information on Canada Revenue Agency services available to them as well as order publications in Braille and large print, or on audio cassette and computer disk. Business Seminars Short, informative seminars aimed at helping you understand what is required to start a business in Manitoba, how to develop a business plan, how to understand cash flows, how to put your business online and much more! Samples of seminars offered include How to find a Business Idea, Starting a Small Business in Manitoba, Interactive Business Planner, Patents, Copyrights, Trade-Marks and Industrial Designs and e-Marketing. All seminars are free of charge. Facilities are wheel-chair accessible.
C/MBSC Library and Research Services,
Assistive Equipment at the C/MBSC and
Special Collections at the C/MBSC The Centre provides information on government programs and services to help you start or expand your business. Our library contains over 13,000 business and trade publications to help you develop your business plan, perform market research or source suppliers. Our experienced staff can help you find the business information you need. We also offer materials specifically for persons with disabilities such as audio cassettes with Braille identifying labels. Our collection includes Entrepreneurship and Persons with Disabilities (Video); No More Job Interviews!: Self-Employment Strategies for People with Disabilities; Unlikely Entrepreneurs: A Business Start Up Guide for People with Chronic Health Conditions; and How to Set Up Your Own Small Business (available in large print and Braille). The C/MBSC library is designed to serve individuals with disabilities. The library and washrooms are wheelchair accessible and our public access computers have an assortment of assistive equipment (both hardware and software) for various levels of physical ability. Community Volunteer Income Tax Program Volunteers are taught how to complete basic tax returns for low-income individuals with simple tax situations. They in turn assist people to fill out their tax returns. Services are free of charge.
Opening Horizons - Entrepreneurs with Disabilities who Have Made a Contribution to the Canadian Economy A book of success stories about people with disabilities who have integrated into the entrepreneurial workforce. The book profiles 12 people, with a variety of disabilities, who have achieved success in business. The project showcases the contribution these individuals have made to the Canadian economy and provides advice to businesses serving entrepreneurs with disabilities as well as to potential entrepreneurs. It was designed for entrepreneurs with disabilities as well as their suppliers, partners and the general public. This publication is available in print format as well as in the following alternative formats: audio cassette, Braille, and diskette. The cost is $10.00 and this includes shipping and handling. Tax Information for People with Disabilities This website provides easy access to publications and forms dealing with tax information for people with disabilities. Other Services
Disability Database Statistics Canada maintains records on the prevalance of disability in Canada and the impact of disability on the life of Canadians with disabilities. Provides information on the existence, nature and severity of disability, the use of technical aids and services and data on persons with disabilities such as demographic, household, labour force, employment, education, transportation and income. Independent Living Resource Centre - ILRC A self-help organization operated by people of all ages and all types of disabilities. Provides information and referral services, peer support, individual advocacy, independent living skills assistance and various other services for people with disabilities. Manitoba League of Persons with Disabilities A united voice of people with disabilities, and their supporters, that promotes equal rights, full participation in society and facilitates positive change through advocacy and public education. Its priorities include accessibility, education, employment, housing, income security, support services and transportation. Office for Disability Issues Organization's mandate is to advance the Government of Canada's Disability agenda in collaboration with partners. The goal is to remove barriers and to improve the social and economic inclusion of Canadians with disabilities by improving knowledge and understanding of disability issues; improving policy and program coherence; encouraging innovation through pilots/demonstrations of access and inclusion; and broadening partnerships and engagement. Persons with Disabilities Online An internet site which has information on government services for persons with disabilities. Topics include accessibility, Advocacy, Assistive Technology, Community and Citizen Participation, Employment, Health, Safety and Security, Housing, Learning and Skills Development, Recreation and Active Living, Reference Library, Tax and Financial Benefits and Transportation and Travel. Canada/Manitoba Business Service Centre250 - 240 Graham Ave P.O. Box 2609 Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4B3 Canada Telephone: 204-984-2272 Fax: 204-983-3852 Toll-free (information): 1-800-665-2019 TTY Toll-free (hearing impaired): 1-800-457-8466 TTY (hearing impaired): 1-800-457-8466 E-mail: manitoba@cbsc.ic.gc.ca Web site: http://www.cbsc.org/manitoba Hours of operation: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday
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