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Updated: July 3, 2018

Starting A New Business Requires Money - Where Will It Come From?

Identifying the sources of financing for your new small business can be a challenging and stressful task. Finding the money that a new business requires is an important step to success. With proper planning and a few resources to guide you on your way, identifying and securing the financing to start your business becomes a much smoother and gentler process. Here are a few important resources to help get your business financed.

For more ideas
The Small Business Accelerator Blog is a great place to read up on the newest news and trends in small business financing. 
 

Great Starting Points For Finding Financing Information:

Canada Business
Government of Canada website that provides business information services for entrepreneurs, including information on starting a business, grants and financing, regulations and permits, management, marketing and more.

Start here: Government Grants, Loans and Financing

Start here: Sources of Private Sector Financing

Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
BDC is a government owned financial institution that serves Canadian entrepreneurs. BDC acts as a 'complementary lender', offering loans and investments that supplement services available from commercial financial institutions. BDC puts special focus on SMEs in sectors such as manufacturing, exporting, innovation and knowledge-based industries. Start with:

The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service - Global Markets Support Program
Offers a variety of funding and financing options for Canadian businesses with the potential to engage in global trade and international commerce.

How to Finance Your Start-Up Business - Small Business BC
This post published by Small Business BC provides an excellent overview of you main financing options. 

 

 

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