SEA

The Self-Employment Assistance Program (SEA) is a highly successful and innovative program designed to assist unemployed Manitobans to create jobs for themselves by starting a business.

The intent of the SEA Program is to encourage self-sufficiency through self-employment.

The SEA Program is delivered by Community Futures North Central Development (CFNCD) in partnership with Manitoba Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade (METT). 

CFNCD will:

  • evaluate the individual's business idea;
  • assess whether the individual is a suitable candidate;
  • provide coaching in business plan development and implementation;
  • offer advice and support;
  • and direct the participant to other supports as needed.

Program Criteria:

Candidates for the Self-Employment Assistance Program must be prepared to contribute equity, work or equipment towards the business.

For more information and eligibility requirements please:

Business Name Registration (Manitoba Government)

Testimonials from past graduates:

Anything Grows
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The SEA program was a great help to me in getting my business established. I had regular meetings with a counsellor who was able to answer any questions I had. The income gave me the opportunity to invest revenue back into the business in order to expand and the monthly reports helped me to stay focused on my goals and identify any problem areas."

Aurora Gardens Motel and Restaurant

"The SEA program paid my wages for one year, which greatly assisted us until the business was established. This meant I didn't require drawing a salary and could have the extra dollars to hire and train personnel, and concentrate on the business growth. SEA was a great partner in getting Aurora Gardens on its way. Thank you SEA for being there."

Custom Storage

"The most valuable part of being in the SEA program was having the assistance in preparing a business plan. A Business Plan should be developed with every business to ensure the viability of the anticipated business venture, and also as a model to follow throughout starting a new business or using this information as an important tool to realize potential, possible weakness and any need for change to improve the business."

GM Plumbing and Heating

"The SEA program enabled us to start our own plumbing and heating business. The financial and business development support was the stepping stone we needed to get our business plan underway. The resources available through this program were tremendous and helped us build a strong foundation for our business."

July 6, 2010

"Challenges Create Solutions" 2010 Community Futures Conference

Community Futures North Central Development is proud to assist Community Futures Westman in planning the annual Community Futures conference.  This year the conference will take place Sept. 23 to September 25, 2010 at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Manitoba.