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Browse Open ProgramsGives first-time entrepreneurs in rural Atlantic Canada loans to start or buy a business. Loans can be up to $150,000.
Financial assistance in the form of repayable term or demand loans, loan guarantees, or equity investments, with competitive interest rates and repayment terms. Funds can be used for a variety of purposes including start-up costs, fixed assets, working capital, buildings, land, furniture, fixtures, machinery, equipment, vehicles, franchise purchases, and leasehold improvements. Counselling and training services are also offered to support business development. Higher amounts may be available in certain circumstances.
Business Size: small
Region: Atlantic Canada, rural communities
Demographics: first-time entrepreneurs
Other Criteria: new entrepreneur, Startup Business or buying an existing business, majority control resides with the new entrepreneur (for limited companies and partnerships), seasonal or year-round businesses are eligible
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Northern Ontario Angels
Investment readiness support in Northern Ontario
Government of Yukon, Department of Economic Development
Yukon business loan guarantee
PME MTL
Loans for Montreal social economy enterprises and co-operatives
Community Futures Eastern Ontario
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Government of Prince Edward Island, Innovation PEI
Financial help for Prince Edward Island businesses
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This program is available to small businesses located in Atlantic Canada, rural communities.
This program offers funding up to $150,000.
The application deadline is March 31, 2025.
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