Finance & Funding

Does the government or other lending institutions offer special loans for women interested in starting up a new venture?

There are many grants available for women looking to start their own business. If you visit the Canada Business website you can find information on government grants and loans available through various government organizations.

In the western provinces, for example, the Women's Enterprise Loan Initiative offers financing for female entrepreneurs. Mentorship is may also be provided too, through organizations such as Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE).

It always takes a little digging to find the right grant or loan application to suit your business, but it's always worth the effort.

Samir Dandekar
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