Boost Your Business With $10,000!
Here’s how to enter:
Get a free business insurance quote
(Complete our online application for a free quote to be eligible unless you’re already a Zensurance client)
Submit a grant application
Tell us your story and how $10,000 would help your business grow
Follow us on one social channel:
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, or LinkedIn
Only companies that are actively operating and registered in Canada are eligible for a Zensurance grant.*
If you’re a Canadian small business owner, freelancer, contractor, or sole proprietor, don’t let this opportunity slip away!
Boost Your Business With $10,000!
Here’s how to enter:
Get a free business insurance quote
(Complete our online application for a free quote to be eligible unless you’re already a Zensurance client)
Submit a grant application
Tell us your story and how $10,000 would help your business grow
Follow us on one social channel:
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, or LinkedIn
Only companies that are actively operating and registered in Canada are eligible for a Zensurance grant.*
If you’re a Canadian small business owner, freelancer, contractor, or sole proprietor, don’t let this opportunity slip away!
Key Dates
Key Dates
About the Zensurance Small Business Grant
The Zensurance Small Business Grant program is open to all Canadian* entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners.
* Excluding Quebec, Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut
To be eligible to receive a grant, entrants must complete the grant application form, get a free insurance quote, follow one of our social media channels, and be an operational company registered in Canada with annual revenue that does not exceed $1 million — only one entry per business.
Please read our full terms and conditions.
A shortlist of 6 finalists will be announced on September 22, 2026.
The public may vote on which of the 6 finalists should receive a $10,000 grant from September to 22-29, 2026 (so get active on social media, tag us, and encourage your customers and friends to vote!).
The $10,000 business grant recipient will be announced on October 1, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET. The other five finalists will each receive a $1,000 grant.
About the Zensurance Small Business Grant
The Zensurance Small Business Grant program is open to all Canadian* entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners.
* Excluding Quebec, Northwest Territories, Yukon, and Nunavut
To be eligible to receive a grant, entrants must complete the grant application form, get a free insurance quote, follow one of our social media channels, and be an operational company registered in Canada with annual revenue that does not exceed $1 million — only one entry per business.
Please read our full terms and conditions.
A shortlist of 6 finalists will be announced on September 22, 2026.
The public may vote on which of the 6 finalists should receive a $10,000 grant from September to 22-29, 2026 (so get active on social media, tag us, and encourage your customers and friends to vote!).
The $10,000 business grant recipient will be announced on October 1, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET. The other five finalists will each receive a $1,000 grant.
Resources for Canadian Small Businesses
What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI)?
A certificate of insurance (COI) is a one-page document issued by your insurer or broker that proves your business is insured. It summarizes your active coverages, policy limits, expiry date, and other key details, so clients, landlords, and partners can confirm you're covered before they agree to work with you.
10-Step Checklist for Starting a Small Business in Canada
Ready to launch your business? Follow this 10-step checklist for starting a small business in Canada – from legal registration to getting insured.
Do Consultants in Canada Need Liability Insurance?
One misread recommendation or a project that falls short of a client's expectations can trigger a negligence claim or an expensive lawsuit. Here's how the right insurance protects your consulting business, your finances, and your reputation.
Visit the Zensurance Small Business Insights blog for more resources.
