An entrepreneur with a viable business plan deserves every chance to succeed. ACOA has several programs that can help you with financing your business idea. Click here for information about our financing programs.
We can also put you in touch with organizations and programs that can help you finance your business idea:
Business Development Bank of Canada provides financial and management services to small- and medium-sized businesses. There are 13 branches in Atlantic Canada.
Community Business Development Corporations (CBDCs) provide loans and equity financing to small businesses throughout rural Atlantic Canada. Financial assistance may be available for entrepreneurs who, for a variety of reasons, have difficulty accessing capital from traditional sources.
The following organizations can provide you with valuable information and tools:
Aboriginal Business Service Network (ABSN) explains the full range of government services, regulations and business programs available to existing and aspiring Aboriginal entrepreneurs. It’s thorough. And it’s easy to access online.
Canada Business contains a full list of financial assistance programs, regulations and resources available to you.