Starting a Business

The Business Development Bank of Canada's (BDC) experienced business consultants can help you plan your business venture. From in-depth business and financial planning to management coaching, BDC's support can help your business move forward confidently. BDC's customized financing solution is offered to new businesses demonstrating long-term viability.

Eligibility Criteria

Entrepreneurs who are in the start-up or early growth phase.

Eligible Activities

Financing possibilities include:

• working capital;
• purchase equipment or commercial real estate;
• marketing and start-up fees;
• buying a franchise.

Summary

BDC's start-up financing provides a total solution for small businesses. Depending on your situation, a BDC loan may be able to offer:

• progressive or seasonal repayment options tailored to your business' cash flow;
• possibility of deferred capital payment;
• guaranteed term: financing cannot be recalled without due cause;
• your choice of floating or fixed interest rates;
• consulting services.

Starting a business often includes financing and BDC has customized solutions. Advice from an experienced business advisor may be one of your best investments. From in-depth business planning to management coaching, BDC's support can help your business move forward confidently.

Manitoba Contact(s):
See National Contact. 

National Contact(s):
Head Office
Business Development Bank of Canada
Suite 400
5 Place Ville-Marie
Montréal, Quebec  H3B 5E7
Fax: 1-877-329-9232
Toll-free (information): 1-877-BDC-BANX (1-877-232-2269)
E-mail: info@bdc.ca
Web site: http://www.bdc.ca/en/Pages/home.aspx