Find Capital
In this section you will find links to information on funding for your business. No business can function without money to pay for overhead expenses and production or product costs. It is also unusual for a business founder to have the capital to fully fund their business. The sources in this section will help you consider the best source of funding for your business.
- Canada Media Fund (CMF) | CMF promotes and finances Canadian content, across all audiovisual platforms, and helps to share it with the world.
- Creative BC (CrBC) | Creative BC acts as an industry catalyst and ambassador to help B.C.’s creative sector reach its economic, social, environmental, and creative potential both at home and globally.
- Announced in August 2024, the CMF-CrBC Video Games Business Development Program allocates funding to B.C.-owned and controlled companies to develop creative intellectual properties, encouraging growth for mid-level and experienced studios beyond the constraints of project-by-project funding. Find out more about the program here.
Other Suggestions for Obtaining Capital
With proper planning and a few resources to guide you on your way, identifying and securing capital to start and grow your business becomes a much smoother and gentler process. There are several ways to secure the capital needed to fund your business.
Government Funding
This is money that the government gives you to fund your business, based on your application to the funding grant. There are other types of government assistance you might wish to explore here: Business Grants and Financing.
Personal Savings
This involves saving your money from your current employment to invest in your business.
Personal Loans
This option means using your personal credit to secure a loan or using your personal credit card for business expenses.
Crowdfunding/Micro-Lending
Crowdfunding and micro-lending are both alternative ways of raising capital that involve having large groups of people pre-buy your product before it is launched or loan you small amounts that you can then use to finance your business.
Private Financing/Equity Financing
This type of financing comes in the form of loans from banks or individuals. It is obtained through your business’ credit availability or through providing equity in your business in exchange for money. This financing involves going into debt or giving up some control of your business.
Below, we have some resources that can help you find funding options for your business: