About

The Self-Employment and Entrepreneur Development Society (SEEDS) is a non-profit Society dedicated to entrepreneur development and the growth of businesses in our communities. SEEDS was formed and registered as a non-profit Society on July 2nd, 1997. Since then it has helped more than 1,800 individuals to enter into the self-employment and entrepreneurial world. SEEDS has become known in the community as a business resource enterprise and it is continuously updating and adding on to its services for both new and established businesses alike.

Our Mission

"To support the development of entrepreneurs and the growth of businesses."

Our Vision

"To bring economic improvement through the development of entrepreneurs."

Our Goals

  • To recognize and assist opportunities for alternate funding assistance to be made available to the clients we serve.
  • To support business initiatives that are viable, innovative and fit with community objectives for economic development. 
  • To encourage community partnerships. 
  • To reduce reliance on government operating funds over the long term.
  • To encourage training opportunities for business start ups. 
  • To support business ventures that create jobs and diversify local economies. 
  • To involve various community stake holders in the design and delivery of programs and services.

Our Core Values

  • Equal Opportunity
  • Community Participation
  • Personal & Business Development