Your business deserves to SOAR
SOAR is a signature SREDA program offering eligible Indigenous entrepreneurs up to $30K to grow their business.
Program details
- Application Round
Entrepreneurs interested in participating in the program should submit an application. The top 10 applicants will advance to the semi-finals! - Workshops
The semi-finalists will attend four workshops on a variety of topics to fine-tune their businesses and pitches in preparation for the Semi-Finalist Pitch Round. - Semi-Finalist Pitch Round
Participants will pitch to a panel of business experts, who will then determine if they move to the Pitch Finale. - Pitch Finale
The top five finalists will pitch their business to a panel of judges at the SOAR Pitch Finale. The judges will then select the winner(s) of the cash prize totalling $30K.
New this year – The Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce will award $7,500 worth of credits to selected winner(s) to be used towards Chamber member services helping grow their business!
Eligibility
- Business located in the Saskatoon Region
- At least 51% Indigenous-owned
- Independently owned, operated and created by the entrepreneur
- Age 18+
- 1 – 10 employees
- Business must be in operation for 2 years or more
- Must meet or be in the process of meeting all regulatory requirements by law
- Proof of Ancestry is required
- Businesses that have received cash prizes from the SOAR program in the past are not eligible
Supporting sponsors
SOAR is a unique opportunity to show your support for local Indigenous entrepreneurs while celebrating Indigenous culture in a dynamic, one-of-a-kind event.
Learn more
Let our team guide you. Our experts are here to answer any of your questions and help you on your path to success.
