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BDC partners

Support for entrepreneurs who want to start or grow their start-up business

If your business has less than 12 months of revenue history, we invite you to reach out to our partners who may be better positioned to support you with their programs.

Futurpreneur Canada

If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, aged 18 to 39, you may be eligible for up to $60,000 in financing to launch or grow your business. You will also get access to an expert business mentor, tools and resources to succeed.

Flexible financing:

  • Get up to $60,000, collateral-free loans, with a five-year term*
  • Pay interest only in the first year, then principal and interest in years two to five
  • Receive mentorship for two years

General eligibility requirements and conditions:

  • Aspiring business owners aged 18 to 39 years old
  • Canadian citizens or permanent residents currently living in Canada
  • Agree to work with a mentor for two years
  • Business fully operating for less than 12 months
  • Assure that financing proceeds may not be used for refinancing existing debt
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*Up to $20,000 from Futurpreneur matched with up to $40,000 from BDC for applicants who meet shared eligibility criteria and are not already a BDC borrower.


Community Futures

Community Futures is a group of over 260 Canadian non-profit organisations that provide small business loans, tools, training and events for entrepreneurs living in rural communities and wanting to start, expand, franchise or sell a business in all provinces.

Visit your regional association's website to find the office nearest you:

For more information on Community Futures, visit their website.


PME MTL

PME MTL is the support network for Montreal businesses. As key players in supporting the start-up and growth of Montreal SMEs, the experts at PME MTL assist entrepreneurs with management advice and financing.

This personalized support includes:

  • Optimization of their business or marketing plan
  • Analysis of their market study and forecasted financial statements
  • Assistance with seeking financing
  • Referrals to specialized organizations or partners

Visit the PME MTL website to view available financing, tools and resources or to find an expert near you.

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