Government of Canada

Business Development Program

The Business Development Program provides repayable, interest-free and unsecured loans to entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada so that they can establish, expand and modernize their businesses.

Delivered by: Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

Eligibility Information

Projects must meet the following criteria:

  • offer economic benefits for an area or a community
  • demonstrate a need for financial assistance
  • be economically viable
  • other criteria may apply

Application Information