Community Futures Saskatchewan — Loans
SK, Canada
Rural Saskatchewan business loans
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- grant_single|closingDateMay 21, 2024
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Loans and Capital investments
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- Community Futures Saskatchewan
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Get a loan of up to $150,000 to start, expand or buy a business in a rural community.
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Flexible, affordable Community Futures loans are available for new start-ups, expansions, or to buy a business in a rural community. The programs are tailored to meet individual business needs, with decisions made locally.
- New start-ups
- Business expansions
- Buying a business in a rural community
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$110,000
Swift Current
Expanding an organic vegetable farm with new greenhouses
$140,000
North Battleford
Launching a tech incubator for rural tech startups
$110,000
Moose Jaw
Opening an artisan cheese shop, focusing on locally sourced products
$140,000
Melfort
Purchasing a local bakery business and upgrading its kitchen equipment
$150,000
Weyburn
Starting a renewable energy consultancy firm focused on solar projects
$150,000
Estevan
Expanding a fish farming business to include processing facilities
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Flexible, affordable Community Futures loans are specifically designed for new start-ups, expansions, or to buy a business in a rural community. Solutions are tailored to meet the needs of the individual business and decisions are made locally.
- $150,000 maximum to any one entity *
- Fixed interest rate and amortization established at time of application
- No repayment penalties
- Application and administration fees will apply (contact your local Community Futures office)
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Eligible types of companies for the Community Futures loans include new start-ups, existing businesses looking to expand, and those interested in buying a business in a rural community. These loans aim to support the economic growth and sustainability of rural areas by providing tailored financial solutions to meet the specific needs of various businesses.
- New start-ups
- Businesses looking to expand
- Individuals or entities interested in buying a business in a rural community
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The eligible geographic zones for this grant are rural communities in Canada.
- Rural communities in Canada
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- Step 1: Contact your local Community Futures office for program information.
- Step 2: Obtain application forms from your local Community Futures office.
- Step 3: Complete the application forms, ensuring that all required information is provided accurately.
- Step 4: Submit the completed application forms to your local Community Futures office.
- Step 5: Await a response from the Community Futures office regarding the decision on your application.
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Community Futures loans are customized financial solutions specifically for rural businesses, aimed at start-ups, expansions, or acquisitions. Here's additional information:
- Maximum loan amount: $150,000 per entity *
- Fixed interest rate and amortization decided at application
- No repayment penalties
- Application and administration fees apply (contact local Community Futures office)
- Reach out to local Community Futures office for detailed program information and application forms
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