Government of Canada

Seed Capital Program

The Seed Capital Program provides repayable, unsecured loans to entrepreneurs so that they can start, modernize or expand a business that will create employment opportunities in Atlantic Canada.

Administrated by: Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

Eligibility Information

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • be residents of Atlantic Canada
  • have majority ownership of their business
  • other criteria may apply

Contact Information

  • General Inquiries: 1 800 668-1010

Related Information

  • The program also provides a business counselling and training allowance to loan applicants.
  • Applicants over 35 years of age can only use the loan to start a new business.