Start-up loan
Sometimes used for expenditures required before even starting up operations (start-up costs, buying a business, promotional materials, construction/renovation work, fit up, office equipment and supplies, etc.)
For businesses that have been in operation from 0 to 5 years
Amount of loan ranging from $5,000 to $50,000
Applicant must make a 10% initial down payment (an asset transfer can be used as a down payment; assets valued at historical cost)
Guarantees required: personal surety bond, life insurance (other guarantees may be required)
Interest rate based on the average rate applied by other business assistance centres, i.e., around 9% (this rate will be adjusted according to the project’s risk)
Amortization of the loan over a period of 3 to 5 years
Process for submitting a financing application
Wanting to provide exceptional service to entrepreneurs who are seeking financing, the CAEHM now offers an online application form (Step 1). After we receive your application, one of our advisors will contact you to finalize steps 2 and 3.
STEP 2
Fill out the grid to determine the eligibility of your financing application. (The grid will be emailed to you after you fill out the application form in Step 1).
STEP 3
Write a business plan (provide information about the members of management and data about the market and production)
General conditions for submitting a financing application
The CAEHM offers financing for entrepreneurs who meet the following general conditions:
– Be 18 or older
– Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident
– Carry out the project in the territory served by the CAEHM
– Have a satisfactory credit history (business and/or entrepreneur)
– Have a satisfactory personal assessment (entrepreneur)
