The resources listed below provide information on financing a business.  This includes listings of government, private and venture capital sources.  Additionally, many of the chartered banks and major financial institutions now have SME (small and medium-sized enterprises) divisions.  You can contact financial institutions directly for more information about their products, publications and interactive online tools.

Explore your financing options

A comprehensive listing of major sources of funding.

Overview of Government Assistance

A listing of government assistance programs and services for small business. Both federal and provincial programs are listed.

Investment Capital Programs

The Ministry offers programs to help small businesses gain access to capital, whether a business is just starting out or seeking expansion capital to compete in global markets.  These programs offer investors (including employee investors) tax credits for making equity capital investments in qualifying small businesses. Have a closer look at our programs and see where you fit in as either an investor, small business owner, or as an employee.  The right funding at the right time can make all the differences in today's competitive marketplace!

Strategis Sources of Financing

Helps you to find the lender that meets your needs. Access a Canadian database of government and private sector sources of debt and equity financing.