Are there government grants or small loans to assist small businesses?

There are government grants or small loans to assist small businesses through the Canadian government grants and loans programs for small business funding. This is money that has been instrumental in helping new businesses get a start and also helps established businesses with their financial requirements. Individuals that are interested in a government grant or loan for small business needs should find the applicable program to meet their financial needs and fill out an application to see if they can qualify.

There are currently 264 grant programs available in our Funding Database. In fact, the Funding Database currently has over 1,500 funding programs available for small business owners and startup entrepreneurs. What are you doing to take advantage of this? Become a member and start your search.

You can also take advantage of the Small Business Startup Assessment Tool below and see the tools and resources you need to succeed at launching your business. It takes just a minute and will also tell you if there may be any funding programs available.