Explore small business loans and working capital for businesses in Ontario. Distinguish northern and southern Ontario programs and plan for the time between supplier payments and customer collections.
Compare before you commitCosts, terms and guarantees
Amounts and timing depend on eligibility, approval, a complete application, the product, and provider and bank processing. MicroCapital is a financing broker, not a lender.
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Plan around your local operating cycle
Distinguish northern and southern Ontario programs and plan for the time between supplier payments and customer collections.
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Regional resources
The regional development agency is FedNor / FedDev Ontario. Public programs have separate eligibility rules; a MicroCapital request is not an application to a government program.
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Plan the full local cost of your project
Request supplier quotes that include delivery, installation and any necessary preparation of the premises. Consider the time between paying a deposit and collecting the first revenue from the investment. If sales are seasonal, show monthly figures rather than only an annual total. A provider can then review how the requested financing fits the actual operating cycle of your business.
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Keep commercial offers and regional assistance distinct
Regional resources can help you explore programs, but availability, eligible expenses and application windows differ. Check current terms directly with the organization before committing to a purchase. For commercial financing, compare net proceeds, total repayment, payment frequency and guarantees. Apply separately to any public program you wish to consider; a referral through MicroCapital is not a public-funding approval.
A little clarity
Good questions. Clear answers.
Does MicroCapital have a local branch here?+
MicroCapital is based in Montréal and helps Canadian businesses explore financing remotely. This guide does not describe a local branch.
How much financing can I request?+
MicroCapital advertises business financing from $5,000 to $1,000,000. The amount available depends on the product, your business and the provider’s assessment. Request an amount supported by your budget rather than assuming the maximum will be offered.
What affects the time to receive funds?+
Funding in 24–48 hours is available for eligible, approved requests, subject to a complete application and provider and bank processing. Missing information, verification or product requirements can change the timing.
Can a new business apply without established revenue?+
Ask which products, if any, are available for your stage of business. A provider may require operating history or revenue; a forecast does not automatically replace those requirements. Explain the start-up budget and owner contribution clearly.
Is a personal guarantee or security required?+
Requirements differ by provider and agreement. Ask which business assets or personal obligations are involved and what happens if payments are missed. Review the actual agreement before accepting; a product label alone does not establish its security requirements.
What should I compare before accepting an offer?+
Compare net funds received, total repayment, fees, payment frequency, term and early repayment conditions. Include existing debt in your cash-flow forecast and ask for unclear terms in writing.
From $5,000 to $1,000,000. Funding in 24–48 hours.
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For eligible businesses, subject to approval and a complete application. Amounts, pricing and timing depend on the product, provider and bank processing.
