Ecosystem Partners

Sukhman singh
Student id-
Introduction

A collaborative network of essential players drives Canada's

economic landscape. Explore the critical roles of our four primary

ecosystem partners: FedDev, Markham, Small Businesses, and BDC,

each of which contributes to the nation's growth and innovation in

their own way.

FedDev (Federal Economic Development
Agency for Southern Ontario)
Mission and mandate
Driving regional economic development in Southern Ontario through innovation, job creation, and
economic success.
Initiatives and Programmes:
1. Putting in place a number of initiatives and programmes to help businesses.
2. Demonstrating focused efforts to improve competitiveness and sustainability.
Funding Options:
Providing financial assistance through grants, loans, and funding programmes. - Emphasising the various
options open to firms and entrepreneurs.

Success Stories:
Providing examples of effective projects and success stories. - Showing FedDev's positive impact on the
regional ecosystem.
 Markham, Ontario - Local Ecosystem
Catalyst
Introduction
Positioned within Canada as a dynamic business and innovation hub. The strategic position and resources
of Markham make it a hub of economic activity.
Local Initiatives
1. Demonstrating Markham's proactive participation in assisting businesses, startups, and technological
innovation.
2. A summary of significant efforts, policies, and resources for local entrepreneurs.
Vibrancy Collaboration
3. Highlighting collaborative activities between Markham and ecosystem partners.
4. Case studies of effective collaborations that lead to a thriving, synergistic business environment.
Small Businesses and the Business
Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Importance of Small Businesses
 Emphasising the critical role that small businesses play in the economic fabric of Canada.
 Highlighting their contribution to job creation, innovation, and local economies.
BDC's Role
 Introducing BDC as an important participant in empowering small and medium-sized businesses
(SMEs).
 Emphasising BDC's financial and consulting services, which are tailored to the specific needs of small
enterprises.
A Holistic Approach to Growth
 Demonstrating effective collaborations between small firms and BDC.
 Providing examples of collaborations with other ecosystem participants, emphasising a holistic
approach to corporate success.