This story is part of the Immigrant Entrepreneur Canada Summer Retail Incubator Program, presented by RBC and supported by Meridian.The program provides hands-on retail experience and business training to help immigrantentrepreneurs launch and grow their ventures in the heart of Ottawa.At the ByWard Market pop up, the air around one stall smells like a seaside garden after rain. Glass bottles catch the light, labels nod to flowers, and behind the table stands Nihad Ali, founder of Fleuryshicious| IEC
The ribbon has been cut and dreams are coming to life! Immigrant Entrepreneur Canada's 2025 Summer Retail Incubator Program officially launched with over 100 community supporters celebrating 22 incredible entrepreneurs from 20 countries. Now open in ByWard Market through October, discover unique products from culinary delights to luxury skincare, where every purchase supports someone's Canadian dream.| IEC
Are you an immigrant entrepreneur in Ottawa with a promising idea or an early-stage venture? We're here to provide you with the tools, training, and hands-on support you need to get your business off the ground. This program is not only theory - this is a fully immersive, intensely practical and let's-get-you-up-and-running training where you will get to do business. Our innovative program will offer a unique opportunity to grow your business in the heart of Ottawa's vibrant ByWard Market.| IEC