First Nations Bank of Canada offers a range of small business credit products to support the financing needs of its customers. These include overdraft protection, operating lines of credit, and term loans up to a combined maximum of $100,000. The overdraft protection provides a safety net for businesses by covering shortfalls in their chequing account, while the operating line of credit offers flexible access to funds for day-to-day operations.

The BDC: Thrive Venture Fund invest in women-led technology companies to accelerate their growth and transform today’s markets. Our platform is reimagining entrepreneurship in Canada by seeking to partner with visionary, disruptive women entrepreneurs for the long term, while growing their businesses in greater numbers than ever before.

The Canada Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) is a government initiative designed to provide significant investments in innovative projects, particularly in sectors like steel, to enhance Canada's economic resilience and drive industrial transformation.

The Innovate BC Ignite Program supports collaborative research and development projects between academic and industry partners in British Columbia, providing up to \$300,000 in funding to foster innovation in natural resources, applied sciences, and engineering.

Partner with the only lender 100% invested in Canadian agriculture and food.

The Economic Trust of the Southern Interior BC (ETSI-BC) is a regional economic development organization that supports communities in the BC Southern Interior to grow and diversify their economy, providing funding, resources, and training to foster collaboration, entrepreneurship, and sustainability, with a focus on empowering First Nations and rural communities.

The Canada AgriInvest Program is a self-managed savings account designed for Canadian farmers to manage income fluctuations and invest in risk management, supported by government contributions.

BDC Small Business Loan provides flexible financing solutions for Canadian entrepreneurs, offering loans up to \$350K with tailored repayment options to support business growth and operational needs.

It takes smart money and a wide range of solutions to help you scale up and stay in control of your tech company. Learn how BDC can help you with tailored solutions.

Mitacs Indigenous Pathways is an initiative that fosters Indigenous-led innovation by providing co-funded research and development projects, connecting Indigenous talent with organizations to address key community needs and promote strategic growth.

Futurpreneur Core Startup is a comprehensive program that provides young Canadian entrepreneurs aged 18-39 with up to \$75,000 in startup financing, personalized mentorship, and a suite of resources to help them launch and grow their businesses.

Accelerate Okanagan's Fundable program is an 8-week, cohort-based capital-focused program that helps entrepreneurs increase their understanding of capital-raising pathways and prepare to become investable, providing them with a data room, pitch deck, and funding strategy.

The Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) Program is a global business development initiative that supports high-growth Canadian companies in expanding their operations internationally by providing access to a network of trade commissioners, industry mentors, and resources to help them refine their market-entry strategies and connect with potential partners, clients, and investors in 12 global tech hubs.

We’re Canada’s largest and most active venture capital investor.

Accelerate Okanagan Market Diversification is a funding program that supports small and medium-sized enterprises in BC's Southern Interior to expand into new provincial and international markets, excluding the United States. The program provides up to \$10,000 in matching funds to help these businesses cover export-related costs and diversify their customer base and revenue streams.

Put your talent to work with an organization that needs it. Funding starts at $15,000.

The WorkBC Employer Training Grant is a program designed to support employers in British Columbia by providing funding for training initiatives that enhance workforce skills and productivity.

The BDC Business Purchase or Transfer Loan provides customized financing and expert guidance to help entrepreneurs navigate the process of buying, selling, or merging a business, ensuring a smooth transition and positioning the company for long-term success.

Futurpreneur Side Hustle empowers young Canadian entrepreneurs by providing up to \$25,000 in financing, mentorship, and business planning tools to help them launch or grow their side businesses while maintaining full-time employment.

The training tax credit is for employers and apprentices who take part in eligible apprenticeship programs administered through SkilledTradesBC.