Funding & Financing

FUNDING SOURCES
Financial Guide
​Browse through our guide to discover the funding resources that are available to help you start or grow your business.
Government grants, loans and financing with CanadaBusiness.ca
Use this search tool to find government funding resources.
Wage Subsidies for Employers
Discover the wage subsidies available to help you hire employees.
Canada Small Business Financing Program
The Canada Small Business Financing Program makes it easier for small businesses to get loans from financial institutions by sharing the risk with lenders.  Up to a maximum of $1,000,000 for any one borrower, of which no more than $350,000 can be used for purchasing leasehold improvements or improving leased property and purchasing or improving new or used equipment. Financial institutions deliver the program and are solely responsible for approving the loan. For more information download their PDF pamphlet or click here to find a lender near you.
Canada.ca
Overview of federal government services for small  Business. Find everything that government can do for your business, all in one place. ​
  • The Innovation Canada digital platform can match you with the best-fitting programs and services from across federal, provincial and territorial governments—in less than 3 minutes. 
  • Starting your business: Get tools and information on what to consider before starting a business. You'll find business plan templates; information on registration, regulations and incorporation; sector and other economic data; and more.
  • Growing your business: Get information to help you identify opportunities to expand. Includes information on planning, exporting, R&D and business support organizations that can help you reach your goals.
  • Financing your business: Learn how to fuel your R&D and innovation projects through government grants, contributions and loans, as well as private sector financing. Get information on tax refunds and credits. Gain access to equity funding. Unlock the potential of crowdfunding.
  • Regional support: Learn about programs and services available in your region to help your business succeed.
ARTICLES & RESOURCES
Get Financing
Learn how to improve your chances of getting financing.
7 Deadly sins in borrowing money for your business
Prepare yourself and your company to get the money and make sure the loan is right for you.