Small Business Lending Program
Rise Helps Canada
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Funding amount
$500 to $10,000
Deadline
Rolling, apply anytime
Region
Canada
Funder type
Nonprofit
For
Businesses
Eligible organizations
Sole proprietor, Self-employed individual
About this program
Micro-financing program providing loans of $500–$10,000 to entrepreneurs who have experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges and cannot access traditional bank financing. Includes business advisor support, one-on-one mentorship options, and community access. Character-based lending at prime + 2.5% with flexible repayment starting 30 days after disbursement.
What this program funds
Rise Helps operates the Small Business Lending Program, which provides loans between $500 and $10,000 to entrepreneurs across Canada who have experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges and cannot access traditional bank financing.
The program is available to sole proprietors and self-employed individuals. Loans are offered at prime plus 2.5%, with repayment beginning 30 days after disbursement. Applicants have flexible repayment options.
Beyond financing, the program includes business advisor support, one-on-one mentorship options, and community access. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline.
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