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CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan
Loan for young entrepreneurs in New Brunswick
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
If you are a prospective entrepreneur (19 years old or younger) in the Chaleur region of New Brunswick, you can get a loan of up to $1,500, with a possibility of being reimbursed 30% of the loan value.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan supports entrepreneurial ventures initiated by young individuals in the Chaleur region. While explicit types of eligible projects are not detailed, the emphasis is on creating micro-enterprises that offer practical work experience to the participants.
- Creation and development of youth-led micro-enterprises.
- Projects that provide practical work experience for young entrepreneurs.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
The Future Entrepreneur Loan program is designed for youth aged 14 to 19 from the Chaleur region who aspire to gain work experience by establishing their own micro-enterprise. The program targets emerging young entrepreneurs by providing financial support, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit, and promoting business start-up awareness and networking opportunities.Eligible expenses
Eligible expenses for the Future Entrepreneur Loan include:
- Startup costs for the micro-enterprise
- Purchase of equipment and materials
- Marketing and promotional expenses
- Training and development costs
- Other business-related expenses approved by CBDC Chaleur
Eligible geographic areas
This loan is specifically designed for youths in the Chaleur region. Eligibility is tightly connected to this geographic area to support local entrepreneurial development.
- Youths aged 14 to 19 residing in the Chaleur region.
Additional information
- The program is intended to help young participants gain work experience through creating a micro-enterprise.
- It aims to encourage youth entrepreneurship and business start-up awareness.
- It also seeks to promote SMB programs and services, and foster networking with local business owners.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan. 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 CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan?
If you are a prospective entrepreneur (19 years old or younger) in the Chaleur region of New Brunswick, you can get a loan of up to $1,500, with a possibility of being reimbursed 30% of the loan value.
How much funding can be received?
CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500 per project.
Who is eligible for the CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan program?
To be eligible for the CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan program, you must:
Applicant must be between 14 and 19 years old from the Chaleur region.
Eligible to one family member only.
What expenses are eligible under CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan?
The CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan supports entrepreneurial ventures initiated by young individuals in the Chaleur region. While explicit types of eligible projects are not detailed, the emphasis is on creating micro-enterprises that offer practical work experience to the participants. Creation and development of youth-led micro-enterprises.
Projects that provide practical work experience for young entrepreneurs.
Who can I contact for more information about the CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan?
You can contact Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC) or by phone at 548-5951.
Where is the CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan available?
The CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CBDC Chaleur Future Entrepreneur Loan is a Loans and Capital investments