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CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project
Loans and support for immigrant entrepreneurs
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada
Overview
Loans of up to $20,000 are available for temporary residents aged 19 and over who want to start a registered business in Cape Breton Regional Municipality. The program also offers training, advisory and consulting services for seasonal, part-time, and most-sector businesses.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Nova Scotia
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Newcomers to Canada
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting a registered business.
- Launching a seasonal or part-time business.
- Accessing training, advisory, and consulting services.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Business plan workbook
- Financial statement template
- Resume
- Photo identification
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Temporary residents aged 19 and over.
- Entrepreneurs starting a registered business.
Eligible geographic areas
- Cape Breton Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project. 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 Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project?
Loans of up to $20,000 are available for temporary residents aged 19 and over who want to start a registered business in Cape Breton Regional Municipality. The program also offers training, advisory and consulting services for seasonal, part-time, and most-sector businesses.
How much funding can be received?
CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project program?
To be eligible for the CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project program, you must:
Temporary residents aged 19+
Registered business in Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Seasonal or part-time businesses accepted
What expenses are eligible under CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project?
Starting a registered business.
Launching a seasonal or part-time business.
Accessing training, advisory, and consulting services.
Who can I contact for more information about the CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project?
You can contact Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC) by email at patricia.macneil@cbdc.ca or by phone at 1-888-303-2232.
Where is the CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project available?
The CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project program is available the province of Nova Scotia.
Is the CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CBDC Immigrant Loan program — Pilot Project is a Expert Advice