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Minister Fortier announces support for Black-led not-for-profit organization in the National Capital Region
August 13, 2021
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Minister Fortier announces support for Black-led not-for-profit organization in the National Capital Region

Black Canadian business owners and entrepreneurs make important contributions to the Canadian economy, yet they continue to face systemic racism and obstacles in starting and growing their businesses. This has been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government of Canada is working to address long-standing barriers with its first-ever Black Entrepreneurship Program—an over $400-million investment […]