Embark Funding will provide novel Ontario-based technology ventures with up to $20,000 (including costs of HST) to enable the engagement of a young professional (aged 22-29) in a business role to assist in the advancement of the venture. The client will also be required to contribute $2,500 cash (or 12.5% of the amount requested) towards the candidate’s payment over the contact period.

Applications opened on Sept. 22, 2014 at http://www.marsdd.com/embark-funding/ and close Oct. 15, 2014.

If you have any questions regarding the program, venture eligibility, application requirements or candidate requirements, please visit the program page at http://www.marsdd.com/embark-funding/, email Angela Larraguibel at Communitech, or contact the Business Acceleration Program at funding@marsdd.com.