Rise
Record #:
MET5354
Last Full Update:
19 Oct 2023
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 647-232-7473 ; 647-232-RISE |
| info@risehelps.ca | |
| Website | risehelps.ca |
| Social Media |  Facebook,  Instagram,  LinkedIn,  X (Twitter) |
| Primary Contact | Nick Yeo, Director of programs; Phone: 647-232-7473; Email: nyeo@risehelps.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Nick Yeo, Director of programs |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | Staff working remotely until further notice, contact via email recommended Microfinancing, mentorship and support for entrepreneurs Small Business Lending -- business loans ; business financing up to $10,000 Youth Small Business Program -- for youth 16-29 years ; free 10-week online program including business coaching to develop a viable business plan ; refurbished laptop supplied if needed ; post program grant for business start-up available EnterpRISEing You -- free self-directed and self-paced online course to develop a viable business plan Event Lending -- small, short term loans to cover expenses in attending events to showcase or sell your product Peer Support Start-up Program-- 8-week program includes education, advisory and mentorship sessions |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Canada |
| Eligibility | Individuals who self-identify as having current or past mental health and/or addiction challenges, who are are interested in self-employment and are unable to access business financing from mainstream sources ; must reside in Canada and not be in active bankruptcy or in arrears with child support payments or government taxes |
| Application | Call, email or complete online application ; follow-up meeting with business advisor, business and cash flow plan required, and supporting documentation must be submitted |
| Languages | French - by request |
| Fees | Business advisory and application process services -- free ; interest charged on all financing products |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Toronto |
| Address & Map | 2 Carleton St Suite 1806 Toronto, ON Canada M5B 1J3 |
| Mailing Address | 2 Carleton St Suite 1806 Toronto, ON Canada M5B 1J3 |
| Physical Access | Wheelchair accessible building ; barrier free washrooms ; braille elevators with lowered buttons |
Categories and Classification
| HCSD Main Heading | Child / Family Services ; Employment / Training ; Sports / Recreation ; Youth |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Recreation for Children / Families ; Recreation for Youth ; Self Employment / Entrepreneurship ; Youth Recreation Resources |
| Service Categories | Adult Mentoring Programs ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Adult Mentoring Programs ~ Substance Use Disorders ; Business Assistance Services ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Business Assistance Services ~ Substance Use Disorders ; Business Financing ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Business Financing ~ Substance Use Disorders ; Youth Business Programs ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Youth Business Programs ~ Substance Use Disorders |
