WORKSHOP: Unlocking Canadian Govt. Funding for Your Business (AI/Consulting)
Details
Many Canadian businesses are missing out on thousands - even millions - in government funding simply because they don’t know where to look or how to qualify.
Join Emerge Elite for an exclusive workshop with Shake (Shekhar) Dewan, former consultant at Deloitte and Fractional Chief AI Officer at Paperstack, and founder of AI Forward.
This session combines business consulting expertise, entrepreneurship, and AI strategy to help founders and business owners understand how to access and leverage Canadian government funding programs to scale.
Shake brings real-world consulting experience helping companies grow using data-driven strategy, AI implementation, and non-dilutive funding opportunities.
### What You’ll Learn
- Overview of Canadian government funding programs and grants
- How startups and businesses qualify for funding
- How to position your business for approval
- How AI and innovation impact funding eligibility
- Common mistakes founders make when applying
- How consulting frameworks can help scale your business
### About the Speaker
Shake (Shekhar) Dewan is an AI strategist, business consultant, and founder of AI Forward.
With experience as a Deloitte consultant and Fractional Chief AI Officer, he specializes in helping businesses integrate AI, optimize operations, and scale using intelligent, strategic solutions.
His mission is to help companies grow faster using innovation, funding, and data-driven decision making.
### Who Should Attend
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders
- Business owners
- Consultants
- Tech founders and innovators
- Anyone interested in government funding or AI
### Tickets
- Early Bird: $11.30 (limited quantity)
- General Admission: $20