MCN: Programs to assist with E-business & Technology Infrastructure

Muskoka Community Network (MCN) today announced that it is accepting new applications for its BEAM program.  The BEAM program (Broadband for E-business And Marketing) provides financial assistance to small and medium sized enterprises wanting to leverage E-business tools such as online payment systems and social media.  The program also provides assistance to businesses wanting to establish a presence on the web for the very first time.

Small and medium sized businesses operating on a full time basis in Muskoka may apply by calling Muskoka Community Network at 705-646-9044, or by visiting www.mcnet.ca/ebusiness/beam/

Eligible applicants may receive up to 75 per cent of supported costs including web design, development and implementation, to a maximum of $2,000.  The program is being made available for a limited time, while funds last.

  

In conjunction with this program, Muskoka Futures Development Corporation also has financing available for technology investments.  For more information, visit www.muskokafutures.ca/loaninfo.html

Further supporting small and medium sized enterprises, Muskoka Community Network recently announced the High-Speed Internet for Remote Areas program (Hi-SIRA) to help rural and remote businesses of Muskoka secure access to high speed internet by way of an extended antenna.  Eligible applicants to the Hi-SIRA program may receive up to 75 per cent of supported costs including external (to the dwelling) connectivity equipment or structures and installation fees, to a maximum of $1,000.

Hi-SIRA is being made available for a limited time, while funds last. Small and medium sized businesses operating on a full time basis in Muskoka may apply by calling Muskoka Community Network at 705-646-9044, or by visiting www.mcnet.ca/broadband/sira/  Hi-SIRA is not available to cottagers, private homes or hobby businesses.