Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Canada
Funding amount
up to $50,000
Deadline
Rolling — apply anytime
Region
Canada
Funder type
Federal Government
For
Businesses
Eligible organizations
entrepreneur, small business
Sectors
all sectors
About this program
The Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund offers loans of up to $50,000 through selected delivery organizations to help women entrepreneurs in Canada, especially those from underrepresented groups, access capital to start or grow their businesses.
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