The Ontario government is investing $500,000 over the next two years in the Fédération des gens d’affaires francophones de l’Ontario (FGA) to help Ontario’s Francophone entrepreneurs start or grow a business. This support will allow the FGA to provide free French-language advisory services to the province’s Francophone business community.
“Ontario’s Francophone entrepreneurs and business owners are important to the economy, and our government’s support reflects our focused and responsible approach to fostering economic growth across the province,” said Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business. “This investment will enable the FGA to provide Francophone entrepreneurs with the tools they need to start and grow their businesses, create jobs, and help build a strong and resilient economy.”
The province’s support for the FGA will expand the influence of Francophone and bilingual businesses, stimulate job creation and unlock new market opportunities. In partnership with the province’s local Small Entrepreneur Coaching Centres (CEPEs), the FGA will offer advisory services to Francophone entrepreneurs in the language of their choice, without interruption of service.
“This investment is essential so that French-speaking businesses have the tools and resources they need to succeed. I am impatient to see the positive impact it will have on entrepreneurship, innovation and our economy,” said Stéphane Sarrazin, who is Parliamentary Assistant to Tangri and Parliamentary Assistant to Minister of Francophone Affairs Caroline Mulroney.
Small businesses play a vital role in every community across Ontario and are a vital part of the province’s economy, employing more than two million people. Ontario offers a range of programs and supports to help entrepreneurs create and grow new businesses, including Intellectual Property Ontario, Startup Enterprise Plus, Summer Company and tailored options, advice and business analysis through Business Advisory Services.
Ontario government supporting francophone entrepreneurs
The Ontario government is investing $500,000 over the next two years in the Fédération des gens d’affaires francophones de l’Ontario (FGA) to help Ontario’s Francophone entrepreneurs start or grow a business. The support will allow the FGA to provide free French language business advisory services to the province’s Francophone business community.
“Ontario’s Francophone entrepreneurs and business owners are important to the economy and our government’s support reflects our targeted and responsible approach to fostering economic growth across the province,” said Nina Tangri, Associate Minister of Small Business. “This investment will enable FGA to provide Francophone entrepreneurs the tools they need to start and grow their businesses, create jobs and contribute to building a strong and resilient economy.”
The province’s support for the FGA will help broaden the influence of Francophone and bilingual businesses, stimulating job creation and unlocking new market opportunities. In partnership with Small Business Enterprise Centres (SBECs) across the province, the FGA will offer business advisory supports to Francophone entrepreneurs in their preferred language without service interruption.
“This investment is critical to ensure Francophone businesses have the tools and resources they need to succeed. I am excited to see the positive impact this is going to have on entrepreneurship, innovation, and our economy,” said Glengarry-Prescott-Russell Member of Provincial Parliament Stéphane Sarrazin, who is Parliamentary Assistant to Tangri and Minister of Francophone Affairs Caroline Mulroney.
Small businesses play a critical role in all of Ontario’s communities and are an essential part of the province’s economy, employing over two million people. Ontario offers a range of programs and supports to help entrepreneurs start and grow new companies, including Intellectual Property Ontario, Starter Company Plus, Summer Company and tailored options, advice and business analysis through business advisory services.
