Purolator True North Small Business Grant

The Purolator True North Small Business Grant Contest provides Canadian small businesses the chance to win up to $25,000 in funding, shipping credits, and national recognition, celebrating businesses that strengthen communities and embody Canadian values.
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Overview of the Purolator True North Small Business Grant program:

The Purolator True North Small Business Grant Contest is an annual competition that recognizes and rewards Canadian small businesses for their impact, innovation, and commitment to strengthening their communities. The 2025–2026 program offers a total prize pool of $150,050 CAD, including five major Grant Prizes worth $25,000 each plus shipping credits, dozens of smaller awards, and broad promotional exposure. Businesses may self-nominate or be nominated by others such as customers, vendors, or community members. The application requires providing company details and answering short essays that highlight the business’s story, community contributions, and why it deserves support.

Benefits of the Purolator True North Small Business Grant program:
  • Up to $25,000 in direct funding per winner
  • Purolator shipping credits for winners (valued at $500)
  • Visa gift cards for finalists and nominators
  • Promotional exposure through Purolators national marketing channels (social media, email, website)
  • Recognition that enhances credibility, visibility, and trust with customers and partners
  • Free to enter with no fees or purchase requirement
  • Opportunity for non-customers to join Purolator and benefit from prize incentives
  • Broad eligibility across industries with no sector restrictions
Eligibility criteria of the Purolator True North Small Business Grant program:
  • Business must be based in Canada and legally registered/licensed
  • Small business with 50 or fewer employees
  • Must be in good financial standing (no insolvency or bankruptcy proceedings)
  • Applicants must be the age of majority in their province/territory
  • Business must remain in good standing throughout the contest timeline
  • Certain prizes reserved for Purolator Business Account holders with:
  • At least one shipment between November 5, 2024, and November 5, 2025
  • Active account in good standing during nomination and award period
  • Each nominator may nominate up to 5 different businesses (must be unique entries)
  • Willingness to provide additional materials (e.g., video, interview, supplemental info) if advanced to later phases
  • Must agree to contest rules and promotional use of entry materials by Purolator
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