Community Futures and Community Futures East Interlake frequently produce useful resources and programs to benefit the entrepreneurs, businesses and organizations of our region. Do you have an idea for a resource our region could benefit from? Contact us today with your suggestion. 

Marketing and Training Support Program

Launched by Neicom Inc., Community Futures East Interlake administers the Marketing and Training Support Program for the benefit of our the businesses of our region. 

If your business needs funding to grow its online presence, increase its marketing footprint, or if you could use training in bookkeeping or other topics that could directly impact your business, this program is here to help by providing up to $1,000.00 to offset the cost. 

Simply download the application by clicking here to to begin your application process today.

If you have any questions about the program, simply click here to contact our knowledgeable staff today.

Start a Business Checklist

Starting a business is one of the most rewarding things a person can do, but it can be quite a complicated process in Manitoba. 

Click here to download Community Future's Business Startup Checklist. 

This easy to read, fillable PDF will walk you through the process of starting your business step-by-step. Also, make sure to check out our Business Plan page for more information on this important step of making your dream business a reality today.

If you have any questions about how to start a business or you want to talk about next steps, click here to contact our knowledgeable staff today.

Build a Better Business

Are you new to business and feel like you are in over your head? Community Futures Manitoba has put together this wonderful educational program that walks you through topics like Marketing, Business Planning, Bookkeeping and many more. The program is fully online, quick to sign up to, easy to follow, accessibility friendly, free of charge and awards you with certificates upon completion that you can use to show your progress to anyone who may want to know.

Click here to learn more about the Build a Better Business program.

Business Builder

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with a disability or permanent health condition? Community Futures Manitoba has put together a program that is tailored to help you launch your dream. The Business Builder program offers help with business plan development, business training, business coaching as well as it works to provide additional supports that you may need.

Click here to learn more about the Business Builder program.

Training and Networking Events

Community Futures Manitoba together with other partner organizations throughout Canada, are frequently host to both online and in-person training and networking events. While some cost money to attend, most are free of charge and have outstanding value.

Click here to check out what's coming up.

Make sure to bookmark this page and check back every month or so, because it is updated often.