Contribute to Better Business Programming With This Short Survey

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June 20, 2019

The best programs are those reflecting the realities on-the-ground.

That’s why the GNWT wants your feedback on its newest strategic business program

After a full two-year piloted implementation, the Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment is seeking input from the NWT business community on its Strategic Investment stream of the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) policy.

Read more: Strategic Investments Stream

This program provides up to $75,000 to qualifying businesses and entrepreneurs for big, transformative projects which could provide significant employment or import replacement in the Northwest Territories.

It was originally developed in response to the business community – who noted it was challenging to get the kind of capital necessary to make big impacts in the private sector – especially in smaller communities.

ITI is seeking feedback on how the program is working, and what could be done to make it better. As an NWT business owner or entrepreneur your input will help. 

ACCESS THE  SURVEY HERE

Evolving business programming is one piece of the GNWT’s approach to supporting economic diversity in the NWT – and getting advice on how that’s done is part of a refreshed, citizen-centric approach to policy-making.