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Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Loan to start or grow your business
Gives loans up to $350,000 to help business owners from underrepresented groups succeed. It's for those who may face barriers in starting or growing their business.
Affordable financing with no application or annual fees, option to postpone principal payments for up to 24 months, and an additional interest rate reduction upon completing the Entrepreneurship Fundamentals online course. Financing can be used for growth projects, purchasing inventory or equipment, or investing in technology.
Business Size: small
Region: Canada
Demographics: women-owned, indigenous, black-owned
Revenue Range: Up to $3M
Other Criteria: Business is at least 51% owned and led by persons from an underserved community (women, Indigenous, or Black entrepreneurs), All shareholders are of legal age in their province or territory, Business has an account with a financial institution, Applicant must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
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Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Loan to grow a business
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Help for entrepreneurs to get the financing they need
Government of Canada, Business Development Bank of Canada
Loan for small business owners
This program is available to small businesses located in Canada.
This program offers funding up to $350,000 (minimum $25,000).
Check the official program website for current deadlines.
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