BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee - Canada

BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee

grant_single|update April 24, 2025
Canada
Facilitates business growth through financial institution partnerships

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Loans and Capital investments
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  • Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
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The BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee offers up to $500,000 to support Canadian entrepreneurs in expanding their businesses and enhancing cash flow. This program is designed for companies with less than $10 million in revenue that have been operational for over 12 months.

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  • Loan amounts range from $25,000 to $500,000 for working capital needs.
  • Loans are guaranteed by BDC but managed and disbursed by participating financial institutions.
  • The duration and repayment terms of the loan are determined by the collaborating financial institution.
  • Applicants must contact a partner institution where they hold their primary banking relationship.
  • BDC collaborates with financial institutions to facilitate diversified and inclusive access to funding for entrepreneurs.

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  • The business must be based in Canada.
  • The business must have been in operation for a minimum of 12 months.
  • The business must have revenues of less than $10 million.
  • The business must require a working capital loan between $25,000 and $500,000.

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The BDC Accelerator Loan Guarantee is available to Canadian businesses irrespective of industry, as long as they meet the general eligibility criteria such as being in operation for a minimum of 12 months, having revenues under $10 million, and requiring working capital between $25,000 and $500,000. Specific industries or types of companies are not outlined in the provided details.

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  • Companies based in Canada.
  • Specific programs available to Ontario-based clients with institutions like Alterna Savings and Meridian Credit Union.

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1
Contact Financial Institution
  • Initiate contact with one of the partner financial institutions for the program.
  • Discuss your business needs and confirm the program's suitability for you.
2
Eligibility Validation
  • Your financial institution will review your business information to determine eligibility.
  • Provide necessary documentation as requested by the institution.
3
Loan Application Processing
  • Financial institution processes your loan application.
  • Request might include additional documentation or information.
4
Receive Loan Guarantee
  • Upon approval, BDC guarantees the loan through the financial institution.
  • Discuss the terms and conditions associated with your loan guarantee.
5
Manage Loan Details
  • Financial institution disburses the loan amount.
  • Work with your institution to manage repayment and other related aspects.

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  • The BDC Accelerator Loan Guarantee is aimed at fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive entrepreneurial environment.
  • BDC works in collaboration with specific financial institutions across Canada to facilitate loan guarantees.
  • The responsibility for the management and status updates of the loan falls to your primary financial institution.
  • BDC does not have visibility into the details or reasons if an application is declined.
  • BDC continues to expand this offering by adding more financial institutions to their partner list.

Apply to this program

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