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    Directory – Financing by business sectors

    Discover the main financing programs available by business sectors.
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    Directory – Equity investments

    You could be able to attract equity investments to carry out your start-up, expansion or innovation projects.
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    Directory – Grants, contributions and financial assistance

    You could benefit from public or private funds in the form of grants, contributions and financial assistance to carry out your business project.
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    Directory – Loan garantees

    A government-backed loan guarantee could help you attract creditors.
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    Directory – Loans and cash advances

    Explore these loans and other borrowing possibilities for your new or existing business.
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    Directory – Support programs and services

    You could benefit from non-financial resources to succeed in your business venture.
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    Directory – Tax refunds and credits

    Tax refunds and credits can help reduce your overhead costs.
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    Directory – Wage subsidies

    These wage subsidy programs could help you recruit the ideal employee for your project.
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    Finance the hiring and training of employees

    Discover the main financing programs available to hire and train your employees.
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    Finance the purchase, lease or modernization of goods or equipment

    Consult this directory of the main funding programs available for the purchase, lease or modernization of goods or equipment.
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    Finance your R&D/innovation

    You could carry out your R & D / innovation projects by using these financing programs.
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    Finance your business transfer

    See where to find financing to help you succeed in transferring your business.
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    Finance your marketing

    Review the list of the main financing programs available to market your products and services.
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    Finance your startup

    You could take advantage of these financing programs to start your business.
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    AI for Supply Chains

    ​CEIM
    Get coaching and the opportunity to access up to $35,000 in financial assistance to accelerate the planning, implementation or commercialization of your innovative artificial intelligence project. 
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    Aboriginal Business Financing Program - Private Project

    Native Commercial Credit Corporation
    Get a non-refundable contribution of up to $99,999 for business start-up or expansion, marketing, project management, professional advisory services, and development of a business plan, marketing plan or feasibility studies.
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    Aboriginal Business Financing Program — Community project

    Native Commercial Credit Corporation
    Get a non-refundable contribution of up to $1 million for businesses owned by a First Nation, the Native Alliance of Quebec, or by one of their members. Funds can be used for business start-up or expansion, marketing, project management, professional advisory services, and development of a business plan, marketing plan or feasibility studies.
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    Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program — Access to Capital

    National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association (NACCA)
    Get a non-repayable contribution of up to $99,999 for business planning, acquisitions, expansion, domestic or export marketing, new product or process development, introducing new technologies and more.
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    Aboriginal Initiatives Fund III (in French only)

    Secrétariat aux affaires autochtones
    Your for-profit or non-profit Indigenous organization could be eligible for a grant for its economic development project.
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    Accompagnement en technologies de la santé (in French only)

    ​PME  MTL et MEDTEQ+
    Get coaching and start-up financing to develop your business in the health technology field.
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    AgPal

    Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada​
    Find information on programs and services available to you in the agriculture or agri-business sector.
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    Agreement for construction sector labour mobility Ontario - Québec

    Ministère du Travail
    Under this agreement, you are ensured equal treatment when bidding or working on construction projects in Ontario and Quebec.
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    AgriDiversity Program

    Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
    Not-for-profit organizations can get up to $1 million in funding over 5 years for projects that help under-represented groups (youth, women, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities) to pursue entrepreneurship, leadership and careers in agriculture and agri-food.
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    Agribusiness and Agrifood Young Entrepreneurs

    Farm Credit Canada
    If you are under 40 years old, get a loan of up to $1 million to launch a new business or to take your operations to the next level.
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    Anges Québec Capital Fund

    Anges Québec
    Investments of up to $4 million for innovative companies with high growth potential and a competitive advantage.
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    Apollo13 startup support program (in French only)

    ​Apollo 13
    Do you have an entrepreneurial idea to put into action or a desire to grow your business? The Apollo13 support program may be right for you.​
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    Applying as a business immigrant

    Immigration, Francisation et Intégration
    Find all the information you need if you wish to immigrate to Quebec in order to develop your business projects.
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    Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Card

    ​Canada Border Services Agency
    ​You can use this card to help you cross the border faster when you travel for business to participating countries in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Program

    BDC - Business loans

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    ​You could get money to help you start or grow your business.
  • Program

    BDC Advisory Services

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Connect with highly experienced specialists who can help you better manage your business, increase revenues and optimize operations.
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    BDC Buying a Business Loan

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get an asset-based loan to acquire an existing business or the business of a competitor or supplier.
  • Program

    BDC Capital

    ​Business Development Bank of Canada
    Access a wide range of specialized financing to match the various stages of your business' growth.
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    BDC Capital — Venture Capital

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get financing and advice from venture capital investors to help you build and grow your business in Canada and internationally.
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    BDC Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Purchase assets, start exporting, pay start-up or franchise fees and replenish working capital with a $350,000 loan if you have an existing businesses or $250,000 if you are a start-up.
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    BDC Newcomer Entrepreneur

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    If you are an immigrant who arrived in Canada within the past 3 years, you can get up to $50,000, along with expert advice, to start your own business.
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    BDC Start-up Financing

    Business Development Bank of Canada
    Get up to $250,000 to help get your business off the ground, finance operations and replenish working capital spent on start-up costs, if you've been in business for at least a year.
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    Black Entrepreneur Startup Program

    ​Futurpreneur
    ​Are you a black entrepreneur under the age of 40? Receive a loan, mentorship, and resources to launch your business.
  • Program

    Business Opportunities: Development and Humanitarian Aid Markets

    ​Trade Commissioner Service
    ​Learn about export opportunities in international humanitarian and aid markets.
  • Program

    Business immigration programs

    Immigration and citizenship
    ​Interested in moving to Canada to start a business? Find out if you can immigrate as a self-employed individual or receive a start-up visa.
  • Program

    Business number registration

    ​Canada Revenue Agency
    ​Your Business Number is your single account number for dealing with the government regarding GST/HST, payroll, import/export and other activities.
  • Program

    Business succession

    ​Fonds de solidarité FTQ
    ​Get coaching and financing to help you buy or sell a business.
  • Program

    Businesses video gallery

    Canada Revenue Agency
    Find tax information for business owners. View a selection of online videos offered by the Canada Revenue Agency or register for other information sessions and seminars.
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    CANPASS

    ​Canada Border Services Agency
    ​If you are a frequent and low-risk traveller, you can apply for access to speedier and easier entry into Canada.
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    Canadian Agricultural Loans Act program

    Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
    Get a loan of up to $500,000 to establish, improve and develop your farm—or up to $3 million for your co-operative to process, distribute and market agricultural goods.
  • Program

    Civic Incubator

    Maison de l'innovation sociale
    Get free coaching to mature your ideas for social and environmental impact projects.
  • Program

    Clean Growth Hub

    Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada / Natural Resources Canada
    Get advice from a team of experts from across government that can help you find and understand what programs and services may be right for you.
  • Program

    College and Community social innovation Fund

    Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
    Your business can partner with college researchers who are eligible to apply for grants for social innovation projects that are conducted in partnership with public, private or not-for-profit sector organizations.
  • Program

    Community Futures Network of Canada

    ​Community Futures
    If your business is located in a rural community, you may be eligible for financing and business support services through your local Community Futures organization.
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    Community Futures Program

    Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
    Get funding for starting or growing a business in a rural or disadvantaged area of the province of Quebec.
  • Program

    Copyright

    Canadian Intellectual Property Office
    Learn about, search or apply for registration for copyright for literary, artistic, dramatic and musical creations.
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