Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (WESK) Business Loans
Non-profit business loans up to $150,000 and advisory services for women-owned Saskatchewan businesses.
About this program
Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan (WESK) is a not-for-profit organization providing business loans, advisory services, training, and networking to women entrepreneurs in Saskatchewan. WESK offers business loans up to $150,000 to women-owned businesses (at least 51% women-owned) at competitive rates, bundled with free business advice, mentorship, training programs, and networking events. WESK is supported by PrairiesCan under the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy and uses broader lending criteria than commercial banks. Loan products support business startup, expansion, acquisition, equipment, and working capital.
Eligibility
Women-owned businesses (at least 51% women-owned) operating or starting in Saskatchewan; range of business stages from startup to established; willingness to engage with WESK advisory services; standard creditworthiness evaluation (with flexibility considering business viability).
Requirements
- At least 51% woman-owned business
- Saskatchewan-based business operation
- Business plan and financial projections