Core Startup Program

Futurpreneur Canada National

Funding amount

up to $75,000

Deadline

Rolling — apply anytime

Region

National

Funder type

Foundation

For

Businesses

Eligible organizations

startup, pre-startup, small business

Sectors

all sectors

About this program

Futurpreneur's Core Startup Program offers young Canadian entrepreneurs aged 18–39 a flexible, equity-free loan of up to $75,000 (including BDC co-financing) to start or buy a business, paired with up to two years of hand-matched 1:1 mentorship. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, demonstrate relevant training or experience, and be at the pre-startup or startup stage. The program also provides access to business planning resources, workshops, and a national entrepreneurial network.

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