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Wes Paterson CMC brings us enlightening and forward thinking business plans and ideas. see below the programs Wes can shine light on for you and your business. Does your Canadian SME have an idea for a new or improved product, process, or service? If you answered yes to the above question, you may be eligible for government funding and assistance. The National Research Council - Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP) is a program funded by the Government of Canada, designed to help Canadian SMEs (small and medium-size enterprises) increase their innovation capacity and take ideas to market. This program is open intake, and has a two stage application process that starts by meeting with an Industrial Technology Advisor (ITA). Funded companies can then apply to partake in the Management Advisory Service (MAS) Program. The MAS program allows eligible small and medium size technology enterprises to access up to 40 hours of business management advice from Certified Management Consultants (CMCs) who meet the program criteria. The program is administered by CMC-Canada and funded by NRC-IRAP. The MAS program ensures that companies supported by NRC-IRAP have access to qualified CMCs to help them deal effectively with management issues that could limit their success. The program will help company management define issues, set priorities and establish action plans. These programs provides support for Canadian SMEs looking to innovate, grow, and profit.