Community Futures Saskatchewan — Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program
Get up to $750 in non-repayable grant funding to boost your rural business with digital marketing or mentorship. The portal is open now, but remember the money goes directly to your service provider, not your pocket. Verified against the official source on July 2, 2026.
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Before you spend a dollar
You must get approval before you spend any money; the grant is paid directly to your service provider only after your application is approved.
At a glance
Subject to program rules, available funding, and approval. Confirm current details with the official program administrator.
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Check your fit →Is this for you?
- You run a business in a rural part of Saskatchewan and self-declare a disability or health condition.
- You want to improve your digital presence with help from a professional for tasks like website setup or social media.
- You are looking for guidance from an experienced mentor to help you navigate business challenges.
Probably not the right fit if
- You operate your business in an urban or suburban area since this grant is strictly for rural entrepreneurs.
- You do not have a disability or health condition as this program is designed exclusively for those who do.
- You need cash for physical renovations, inventory, or staff salaries because this grant only covers digital services and mentorship.
How much you'd realistically get
Up to $750 per entrepreneur.
What may be supported
- Website design and development.
- Social media setup and content creation.
- Graphic design for digital use.
- E-commerce setup assistance.
- Video creation and photography for marketing.
- Business mentorship sessions.
What's excluded or restricted
- Funding cannot be paid directly to the entrepreneur; it is paid directly to the service provider/contractor only.
- Service providers/contractors must be registered businesses and must provide their business number (implied exclusion of unregistered individuals/entities).
How applying works
Effort: lightYou complete an online form and self-declare your status. You do not need to submit complex financial audits, but you must coordinate with a qualified service provider.
- 01Identify a registered service provider (e.g., web designer, mentor) who has a valid business number.
- 02Agree on the scope of work and ensure the cost is within the $750 limit.
- 03Complete the online application form at the EDP Business website.
- 04Self-declare your status as a rural entrepreneur with a disability or health condition.
- 05Submit the application and wait for approval before any work begins.
Who to ask: https://www.edpbusiness.ca/contact-us/
Documents commonly required
- Your contact details (name, phone, email).
- Your business address and website/social media links.
- Details of the selected service provider and their business number.
- Self-declaration of disability or health condition.
How BBN Labs helps
- BBN sets up your Google Business Profile and a simple starter web page — the kind of small digital upgrade this $750 grant can realistically cover.
- BBN maps out the bigger website or online-store build for when you are ready, so the grant-funded start grows into something larger.
- BBN guides you through the Community Futures application so you do not lose the funding.
What to know before you count on it
- The money goes directly to your service provider, not to you.
- Your service provider must be a registered business with a valid business number.
- Funding is limited and reviewed as it becomes available, so timing matters.
- This grant is likely taxable income; ask your accountant.
What are your odds?
Selection is discretionary and based on available funding. Rural entrepreneurs with clear digital needs and qualified service providers tend to succeed.
Frequently asked questions
Do I get the money directly?
No. The grant is paid directly to your service provider or contractor upon approval.
Can I use this for staff training?
No. This program funds digital marketing services (like web design or social media) and business mentorship, not general staff training.
Is there an application fee?
No application fee is stated in the program details.
Do I need to prove my disability with medical documents?
The program requires you to voluntarily self-declare as a rural entrepreneur with a health condition or disability. Confirm specific documentation requirements on the official page.
What you can combine it with
You can combine this with other resources like Community Futures loans for larger capital needs, but this grant is strictly for digital/mentorship services.
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Get alerted when this changes
Programs open and close, budgets run out, rules change. We send one short email when something changes that matters for this program.
Record last updated July 3, 2026; last verified July 2, 2026 against the official source. Source: official program page.