Zensurance Business Grant 2025

Zensurance Business Grant 2025 is sponsored by Zensurance. Provides a $10,000 grant to a Canadian small business to support their growth and development.

Small Business Grant 2026 | Apply to Win $10,000 | Zensurance Zensurance – Small Business Grant Chantelle Hartle Meet the $10,000 Zensurance Small Business Grant Recipients The votes have been tallied and we are delighted to announce the recipients of our two $10,000 Small Business Grants are: So Divine Artisan Boutique (Fort St. James, B. C.)

Oven Theory (Mississauga, Ontario) We were truly honoured to learn about the inspiring journeys of all our applicants and finalists, who showcased remarkable dedication and ambition. We are also thrilled to share that our eight other finalists will each be awarded a $1,000 grant. You can read the Q&A with all the Zensurance Small Business Grant recipients here.

Meet Our $1,000 Grant Recipients Location : Minesing, Ontario Gratitude Fence helps homeowners across Simcoe County improve their privacy, security, and curb appeal with quality residential fencing they can count on. Owner Ramon Montalban said his company’s mission is rooted in craftsmanship, reliability, and genuine care for the people it serves.

Founder : Ernesto Yris Romero Location : Mississauga, Ontario EY Nano Tech Solutions applies nano treatments to shingles, concrete, and wood that permanently transform their molecular structure, boosting durability and extending their lifespans. His technology already keeps thousands of pounds of non-recyclable roofing material out of Ontario landfills every year.

Founder: Poonampreet Panju Location : Winnipeg, Manitoba Freshwave Cleaners delivers high-quality, reliable, and affordable cleaning services to both residential and commercial clients.

What’s unique about founder Panju ’s cleaning company is it’s structured as a community-focused service that supports seniors, single parents, and individuals who may struggle to maintain clean living environments due to time, health, or financial constraints. Location : Bedford, Nova Scotia WashCrafters is a professional pressure washing and exterior cleaning company founded by Kendall Scott .

His company only uses biodegradable, eco-friendly products that are safe for families, pets, and landscapes. Kascade Plumbing and Heating Location : Ponoka, Alberta When Terrance Kronen left the oil patch, he went back to his community to start Kascade Plumbing and Heating . His company serves rural Central Alberta residents who too often struggle to find reliable plumbing and heating help when they need it most.

The Red Seal journeyman plumber and gas fitter brings serious credentials to an underserved region. Founders: Sheba Zaidi and Genevive Savundranayagam Location : Toronto, Ontario Mahara Mindfulness was born from a genuine desire to help people protect their mental health during one of the hardest stretches in recent memory (the pandemic).

Their Human Being Journal Collection, Reflection Prompts, and Conversation Cards give people practical tools to gain perspective and live more fully. A percentage of every sale goes directly to mental health organizations, including CAMH.

Looply Kids Used Clothing & Toys Location : Collingwood, Ontario When a beloved children’s clothing resale shop closed in Collingwood, Melanie Gillham sprung into action by opening Looply Kids Used Clothing & Toys , a not-for-profit resale shop that buys gently used kids’ clothing, toys, books, and essentials and sells them back to families at a fraction of the cost of buying new.

Shining Spark Entertainment Location : Toronto, Ontario Shining Spark Entertainment is built around the idea that art, storytelling, and technology can drive real change. The multimedia studio creates educational video games, broadcasts, and digital tools designed to benefit underserved communities, and frequently partners with charitable organizations. The Zensurance Small Business Grant will return!

To be notified when the next grant application window opens, click on the button below and leave your email address. About the Zensurance Small Business Grant The #ZensuranceGrant2026 application is open to all Canadian* entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners with compelling stories about their businesses.

* Excluding Quebec, Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut Please read our full terms and conditions A shortlist of 10 finalists will be announced on June 16th, 2026. The two $10,000 business grant recipients will be announced on June 25th, 2026 at 9 a. m.

ET. The other eight finalists will each receive a $1,000 grant. Our Previous Small Business Grant Recipients Nate Wickens , owner of Next Level Property Management & Services Ltd. in Cape Sable Island, Nova Scotia, was our second winner in 2026.

Samantha Lemus , owner of Sol & Sage Yoga in Bowmanville, was our first winner in 2026. Emile Maamary , co-owner of Steadiwear in Toronto, was our third winner in 2025. Adeola Meseko , owner of Demex Cakes in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, was our second winner in 2025.

Natasha Pelley , owner of SnuggleTooth Smile Mobile clinic in St. John’s, Newfoundland, was our first winner in 2025. Marie Lavergne , owner of the Down East Dance Academy in Montague, P.

E. I. , was our winner in 2024.

See all of our past grant recipients here Resources for Canadian Small Businesses Liam Lahey When Do I Need Liability Insurance for My Small Business in Canada? Starting or running a small business in Canada? Liability insurance feels like something you deal with later – but waiting can be risky.

From sole proprietors to growing companies, here’s when liability coverage becomes essential. Liam Lahey Do I Really Need Liability Insurance for My Small Business in Canada? (Even If I’m Low Risk?)

All small businesses in Canada face some level of liability risk – even home-based, online, or one-person businesses. Without liability insurance, you may have to pay for losses, damages, or legal defence costs, settlements, and court-awarded damages out of pocket.

Shankar Pathmakanthan 10 Questions to Ask Before Renewing Your Small Business Insurance By Shankar Pathmakanthan | Reviewing your business insurance coverage annually – especially at the start of a new year – is one of the best ways to protect your small business. Before you renew a policy, ask an insurance broker a few key questions to confirm you’ve got the right coverage for your Canadian business. Here are 10 questions to ask.

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