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BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee
Supports growth through partner lenders
Last Update: May 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 500,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Business accelerator loan program offers loans of up to $500,000 to support business growth and cash flow needs. It is delivered through participating financial institutions for Canadian businesses with at least 12 months in operation and less than $10 million in revenue.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 10,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian businesses.
- Businesses with at least 12 months in operation.
- Businesses with revenues under $10 million.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
- Ontario-based clients of Alterna Savings and Meridian Credit Union.
Processing and Agreement
- The applicant contacts a partner financial institution to start the process.
- The financial institution validates eligibility, processes the request, and manages the loan.
- BDC works directly with the financial institution and guarantees the loan.
- If declined, the applicant is notified by the financial institution.
Additional information
- BDC works with participating financial institutions to deliver the program.
- Your primary financial institution manages the loan and application status.
- BDC does not have visibility into declined applications.
- The list of partner financial institutions may expand over time.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee?
The Business accelerator loan program offers loans of up to $500,000 to support business growth and cash flow needs. It is delivered through participating financial institutions for Canadian businesses with at least 12 months in operation and less than $10 million in revenue.
How much funding can be received?
BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee Funds up to $500,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee program?
To be eligible for the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee program, you must:
Business based in Canada
At least 12 months in operation
Revenues under $10 million
Who can I contact for more information about the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee?
You can contact Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Where is the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee available?
The BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee program is available across Canada.
Is the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee?
BDC Financing — Accelerator Loan Guarantee is funded by Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)