A bridge between settlement and enterprise
We're a Winnipeg-based nonprofit closing the readiness gap between early settlement services and mainstream business ecosystems.
Advancing immigrant economic mobility through structured entrepreneurship support
Ezirim Foundation operates at the intersection of integration and enterprise, preparing newcomer entrepreneurs to navigate Canadian business systems. We position ourselves between settlement services and mainstream business accelerators — complementing existing services in Winnipeg's ecosystem without duplicating them.
Our focus is preparing newcomers to engage confidently with financial institutions, incubators, and economic development programs, so they can build viable, compliant, income-generating businesses.
Sustainable wealth creation for newcomer communities
We aspire to transition newcomer economic integration in Manitoba toward sustainable wealth creation and entrepreneurial participation — serving as a bridge institution connecting emerging entrepreneurs with broader economic systems.
We aim to strengthen the economic participation of under-represented communities through partnership and outcome-driven programming.
Our Operating Principles
Structured, Time-Bound Programming
Every program runs on a clear timeline with measurable outcomes — not open-ended mentorship.
Governance-Led Accountability
We hold ourselves to institutional standards of transparency and professionalism.
Strategic Ecosystem Collaboration
We strengthen Winnipeg's existing economic ecosystem rather than duplicating it.
Non-Partisan Civic Engagement
Our work serves newcomer entrepreneurs regardless of political affiliation or background.
Ezra Ezirim — Founder & Executive Director
Ezra founded Ezirim Foundation to strengthen economic pathways for newcomers in Manitoba. His responsibilities include program development, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring institutional accountability and professionalism across everything the Foundation delivers.