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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: MET1945 | Last Full Update: 03 Dec 2019 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | EnterpRISEing Youth ; EnterpRISEing Youth Plus ; Rise Helps |
| Former Name | Rise Asset Development (2019) |
| Legal Name | Rotman CAMH Social Enterprise Development |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Toronto Downtown Central |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | St George St and Hoskin Ave |
| Physical Access | Wheelchair accessible building ; barrier free washrooms ; braille elevators with lowered buttons |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Microfinancing, mentorship and support for entrepreneurs Small Business Lending -- low interest business loans ; business financing up to $10,000 ; in partnership with Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (see separate entry) and University of Toronto, Rotman School of Management Youth Small Business Program -- for youth 16-29 years ; free in-class course and business coaching to develop a viable business plan ; refurbished laptop supplied if needed ; post program grant for business start-up available EnterpRISEing Youth -- free online course to develop a viable business plan EnterpRISEing Youth Plus -- free online and in-class course includes coaching and support Event Lending -- small, short term loans to cover expenses in attending events to showcase or sell your product Peer Supported Training Program-- education, advisory and mentorship sessions |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Canada |
| Eligibility | Individuals who have had or currently have mental health and/or addiction challenges, who are are interested in self-employment and are unable to access business financing from mainstream sources |
| Application | Call, email or complete online application ; follow-up meeting with business advisor, business and cash flow plan required, and supporting documentation must be submitted |
| Languages | English ; French - by request |
| Fees | Business advisory and application process services -- free ; interest charged on all financing products |
| Service Categories | Adult Mentoring Programs ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Adult Mentoring Programs ~ Substance Use Disorders ; Business Assistance Services ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Business Assistance Services ~ Substance Use Disorders ; Business Financing ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Business Financing ~ Substance Use Disorders ; Youth Business Programs ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Youth Business Programs ~ Substance Use Disorders |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 647-232-7473 ; 647-232-RISE |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-855-464-7473 ; 1-855-464-RISE |
| info@risehelps.ca | |
| Website | risehelps.ca |
| Primary Contact | Nick Yeo, Lending Program Manager; Phone: 416-978-5498; Email: nyeo@risehelps.ca |
| Primary Executive | Beth Dea, Chief Operating Officer |