Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund (WELF)

Innovation, Science & Economic Development Canada Canada

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Funding amount

up to $50,000

Deadline

Rolling, apply anytime

Region

Canada

Funder type

Federal Government

For

Businesses

Eligible organizations

Women-owned business, Women-led business, Startup, Sole proprietorship

About this program

National microloan program providing up to $50,000 for women entrepreneurs, particularly startups, underrepresented groups, and sole proprietorships. Allocated through delivery organizations including WEOC, NACCA, Nventure, Coralus, and Evol.

What this program funds

The Women Entrepreneurship Loan Fund is a national microloan program run by Innovation, Science & Economic Development Canada. It provides loans of up to $50,000 to women entrepreneurs, with particular focus on startups, underrepresented groups, and sole proprietorships. The program is delivered through several organizations including WEOC, NACCA, Nventure, Coralus, and Evol.

Women-owned and women-led businesses across Canada are eligible to apply. Startups and sole proprietorships can access funding through this program. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with no set deadline.

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Last verified September 7, 2026 by the Happy Grants engine

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