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Rise

Empowering People. Launching Ideas.

Through training, mentorship, micro-financing and other custom supports, Rise helps individuals build the skills and access the capital they need to launch a small business that can improve quality of life and enable them to support themselves, their families and communities. 💡

Over the past decade, Rise has benefitted from the time and talent of more than 680 volunteers, disbursed over $2 millio

n in low-interest loans and established training and mentorship programs that have helped to launch more than 500 businesses nationwide. 🚀

Today, we work in 9 locations across Canada—and growing.🌱

06/17/2026

🌈 Pride Month Resource Roundup
This Pride Month, we're shining a light on organizations across Canada that are creating safer spaces, building community, and supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ people year-round. 💙
📍 Pride PEI (Prince Edward Island)
Celebrates and supports the 2SLGBTQIA+ community through events, education, and advocacy.
📍 Ensemble (Halifax, Nova Scotia)
A community organization providing programs, peer support, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and young adults.
📍 AlterHéros (Montreal, Quebec)
Offers information, support, and resources for LGBTQ+ communities in both English and French.
📍 Kind Space (Ottawa, Ontario)
Provides peer support, community programming, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.
📍 The 519 (Toronto, Ontario)
A leading community centre offering advocacy, support services, and inclusive programming.
📍 OUTSaskatoon (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan)
Delivers education, outreach, and wellness programs that support gender and sexual diversity.
📍 Skipping Stone Foundation (Calgary, Alberta)
Supports trans and gender-diverse youth, adults, and families through affirming programs and services.
📍 Sher Vancouver (Vancouver, British Columbia)
Provides support, advocacy, and community programming for LGBTQIA+ South Asians and their families.
📍 Canadian Q***r Chamber of Commerce (National)
Supports LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs and businesses through networking, certification, and advocacy across Canada.
No matter where you are, there are organizations working every day to foster inclusion, connection, and opportunity. 🌈
Did we miss a great resource in your community? Share it in the comments! 💙

06/15/2026

Every Business Starts Somewhere.

Behind every successful business is someone who decided to start–maybe even before they felt ready.

The business plan might not be perfect.
The website might not be finished.
You may not have all the answers.
But every successful entrepreneur started with one decision: to begin.

Keep going. 💙

06/12/2026

When Latanya Pinnock couldn't find products that worked for her sensitive skin, she decided to create her own.💙

What started as a personal challenge became the foundation for K & Q Empire, a business focused on creating products with care and intention.

In this Youth Small Business Program spotlight, Latanya shares her entrepreneurial journey, what inspired her to get started, and the lessons she's learned along the way.

06/10/2026

🌈 Happy Pride Month!

This month, we celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and the many individuals who continue to inspire change, foster connection, and make our communities stronger. Pride is a time to honour authenticity, resilience, and the freedom to show up as your full self.

At Rise, we believe everyone deserves access to opportunities, support, and spaces where they can thrive. We're proud to celebrate the entrepreneurs, creators, professionals, and changemakers who are building brighter futures and making an impact every day. 💙

06/05/2026

Meet Pam, Founder of Zoopothecary and proud Women+ Entrepreneurship Program graduate. 💙

As she continued growing her business, Pam joined Rise's Women+ Entrepreneurship Program to strengthen her skills, refine her strategy, and connect with a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. Her journey is a reminder that having the right support can make all the difference.
That's exactly why our Women+ Entrepreneurship Program exists. To provide women+ entrepreneurs with practical tools, guidance, and community as they grow their businesses and pursue their goals.

If Pam's story resonates with you, this is your sign.

Applications for our Women+ Entrepreneurship Program Summer 2026 cohort are open now. The program is free, virtual, and designed to meet you where you are. The cohort begins July 6, and spots are limited.
Apply now through the link in our bio. 👆

06/03/2026

Applications are now open for the FREE Women+ Entrepreneurship Program! 💙✨
If you are a women+ individual ready to turn your business idea into real income — this program was built for you.

Here is what you get:
6 weeks of live virtual business training
Group coaching that meets you where you are
Peer support from a community that genuinely gets it
Access to exclusive tools and resources valued at up to $600 after graduation 💰

No cost. No gatekeeping. Just support, strategy, and space to grow on your own terms.

Spots are limited and the cohort kicks off July 6, 2026. Apply now : https://www.risehelps.ca/women-plus-entrepreneurship-program/

06/01/2026

A new season means new energy, new momentum, and new opportunities to build something that is truly yours. At Rise, we are heading into June with two free training programs open for application: our Youth Small Business Program and our Women+ Entrepreneurship Program!
Learn more and apply via our website (links in bio).
Whether you are just getting started or already deep in the work of building your business, we are here to support you every step of the way.
What are you building this summer? Drop it in the comments — we want to hear from you. 👇

05/29/2026

Progress is not always loud. Sometimes it is a quiet decision to keep going. 💙

You do not have to have everything figured out before you take the next step. You just have to take it.

Ask the question. Submit the application. Reach out for support. Rise is here when you are ready.

05/27/2026

Rise would not be what it is without our volunteers. 💙

Our volunteers are mentors, connectors, and champions who show up to support entrepreneurs who are building something meaningful, often without a team behind them.

If you have skills in business, finance, marketing, operations, or simply a passion for community impact, we want to hear from you.

Volunteering with Rise is a chance to give back in a way that creates lasting change for entrepreneurs in Canada.

Apply Here: https://www.risehelps.ca/volunteers-make-our-impact-possible/

05/25/2026

Meet Sarah, founder of Serotonin Toronto and a graduate of Rise's Youth Small Business Program (YSBP). 💙

Sarah built her business while going through YSBP and came out the other side with a clearer plan, stronger systems, and the confidence to keep growing.

Building a business is not a straight line. But having the right support makes the path a lot less lonely.

Applications for the Summer 2026 YSBP cohort are still open. If you are aged 16 to 29 and already running a business across Canada, this program was made for you.

Free. Virtual. Practical. Graduates are eligible for a $350 startup grant. 💸

Apply now. Link in bio.

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