Archived information

This content is archived because Status of Women Canada no longer exists. Please visit the Women and Gender Equality Canada.

Archived information is provided for reference, research or recordkeeping purposes. It is not subject to the Government of Canada Web Standards and has not been altered or updated since it was archived. Please contact us to request a format other than those available.

Disclosure of Grant and Contribution Awards

Recipient Name:	Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE)
Location:	St. John’s , Newfoundland
Date:	2008-03-03
Value:	$340,844.00
Type:	Grant
Purpose:	This 25 month pilot project aims to increase economic independence and security for low income women. The project includes a one-day conference on business start-up and two six-month group training components offered in three different locations in the province. By piloting the project for a two year period, the group will be able to evaluate the level of success of viable career options for 150 low income women and assess the need for a long-term initiative focused on business start-up for a higher number of women to better participate in their local economy. Results will be shared with the province and other women in business groups.
Comments:	Multi-year project of 3 years (2008-2010).