Government loans and partner programs
Get funds to grow your business through these financing programs offered with our partners and the government.
Take your business to the next level
Discover government programs designed to help you secure financing for your business goals, whether it's expanding into new markets, growing your local customer base or boosting your working capital. Explore more programs using the funding search engine External link. from our partner Fundica.
Grow your small business
Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBFP)
The Canadian government created this program specifically to help small and medium-sized businesses get access to financing.
Small Business Enterprise Centres (SBECs)
These centres provide helpful resources and services to entrepreneurs looking to start or grow a business.
Accelerator Loan guaranteed by BDC
The Accelerator Loan guaranteed by the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) makes it easier to get funds to grow your business. To qualify, you must have been in business for at least 12 months and have less than $10 million in revenue.
- Non-revolving term loan between $25,000 and $500,000
- Variable interest rate
- Maximum amortization period of 6 years
Expand internationally
Trade Expansion Lending Program (TELP)
Increase your working capital to reach new foreign markets thanks to this program offered in partnership with Export Development Canada (EDC).
Quickly and easily get the funds you need to:
- Fuel your international growth
- Develop new markets
- Secure international investments
- Manage cash flow
EDC Credit Insurance
Insure your accounts receivable and use them as collateral to get a line of credit or to increase the limit on an existing one.
This program, also offered in partnership with EDC, lets you finance up to 90% of your accounts receivable.
Contact us
Contact your account manager for personalized support.
If you don't have an account manager, contact our team.
By phone
1-888-233-2473, options 3, 2 Phone number for Desjardins Business. This link opens your phone app.
Or we can call you when it's convenient.