
Side Hustle
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur with a side hustle business idea but need a little boost to bring it to life?
The Side Hustle Program is here to help.
SPOTS ARE LIMITED!
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Designed for passionate, go-getter individuals in the Prince Albert & District Community Futures (PACF) service area, this program offers up to $500 in non-repayable funds to launch a side business.
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The $500 can be put towards critical costs such as social media and advertising, website and e-commerce development, bookkeeping support, capital purchases, or other expenses as approved by the Program Manager. Funds are not meant for direct sales, multi level marketing, or to go towards purchase price of an existing business. With intakes September – November and January – March, we’re ready to support you through every step. Seats are limited, so we encourage you to submit your application early!
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Why Apply?
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Financial Boost: Up to $500 in non-repayable funds to cover critical business costs
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Skills Development: Access to the Side Hustle Modules and one-on-one online guidance from our Side Hustle facilitator.
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Supportive Community: Connect with your local Community Futures, and access resources to help you develop that amazing side hustle business even further.
Who Should Apply?
The Side Hustle Program is inclusive and encourages applications from all aspiring entrepreneurs, especially those who are individuals with disabilities, Indigenous, youth (15+), or newcomers to Canada. If you’re passionate about your side business idea and meet the following criteria, apply for this program:
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You’re a resident of the PACF region in Saskatchewan.
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You have an idea for a side business you’re eager to pursue and can provide a detailed application.
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You’re willing to complete the online “Intro to Side Hustle” learning modules to build your business knowledge and detail how you’ll use the Side Hustle $500 grant.
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You’re willing to meet one-on-one, virtually, with the program facilitator as required.
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You have not received Side Hustle grant funds from any other service area.

Program Facilitator
Jessica Rorison
Metis Roots Outsourcing

The Intro to Side Hustle program consists of 3 modules, with follow up based on your needs. Have a question? We're here to help you through it!
The modules are built around an introduction to starting up a side business and will help you to be sure you have your business organized and ready to go when the time comes to launch your product or service. Modules follow this basic guideline, though the program coordinators are here to assist with more resources along the way:
The Side Hustle Microgrant Program is an amazing way to get on your entrepreneurial feet, test out a product or service, and get to know the market without a huge risk. However, if you are looking for a little more cash to get your business going or to expand a current business, check out what Community Futures has to offer in terms of a micro-loan of up to $25,000. Your successful participation in the Side Hustle Microgrant Program gets you fast tracked for potential approval!
Prince Albert & District Community Futures provides entrepreneurs with small business loans up to $150,000 when traditional financial institutions are unable to help. Loans are available for new business start-ups, business expansion, or to stabilize an existing business. A loans committee comprised of respected business community volunteers is involved with the loan review process. Contact our office for more information or to request an appointment.

Have a question, or want to discuss your side hustle idea? Call 306-763-8125
Side Hustle Success Stories
Janelle
started a
lactation support business
Dreanna
makes
ribbon skirts
and belts
Amber
makes jewelrey that preserves memories
Stephanie
started a counselling and consulting
practice
Tanner
started a
DJ
service
Scott
started a Garage
cleaning and
organization
service
Acacia
started a spa business for facials, manicures and pedicures.
Lexie
makes
bamboo baby and
adult clothing.
Kelsey
started a business to help parents with their child's nutrition.




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