"The importance of money flows from it being a link between the present and the future"
      - John Maynard Keynes

Financing is important at every stage of your business.  However, options for financing can vary depending on the stage of your business and the nature of your business.  In this section we provide you with some information on financing options and sources.

• Federal and Provincial Grant Programs
  A comprehensive list of all grants, subsidies, contributions and tax credits available to entrepreneurs in Alberta.
  
  
• The Truth About Grants
  
  
• Accounting Terms - A Quick Reference Guide (PDF file)
  A quick reference guide to commonly used accounting terms.
  
  
• Methods of Financing Your Business
  A basic introduction to financing options
  
  
• Dealing With Your Banker & Other Lenders
  
  
• Government Programs & Services
  
  Database of government programs, it may include information
  on programs that relate to your industry.
  
  
• Financial Options, Terms, and Ratios
  Definitions of key financial management terms
  
  
• Financial Ratios & Industry Averages
  
  Want to find out how your business is doing -
  compare your performance against industry averages
  
  
• To Grow or Not to Grow
  
  
  
• Venture Capital
  What is venture capital?  What is an angel investor?
  Would they be appropriate sources for you?  Find out here.
  
  
• Guest Advisor Program
  Looking for "expert" advice?  Contact one of our Guest Advisors

Other Sources of Information

• Government Programs and Services Database
  Search various categories of business-oriented programs, services and some regulations of the provincial and federal government departments and other organizations that are partners in the Canada Business Service Centres and The Business Link Business Service Centre.
  
  
• Financing Links
  These links will transfer you to sites operated by various government departments/agencies and private sector organizations and companies providing information on this topic.
  
  
• The Business Link's Search Engine
  Search our entire site by keyword.
  
  
• The Business Link's Business Officers
  Our business experts are always ready to discuss your business needs in confidence.
  
  
• Library Pathfinders
  Our pathfinders provide a quick reference of The Business Link's library materials available on this topic and many others.