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Community Futures Central Alberta Small Business Loans

Developmental business loans of up to $150,000 for entrepreneurs and small businesses in Red Deer and Central Alberta.

About this program

Community Futures Central Alberta provides flexible small business lending, business planning, and coaching for entrepreneurs in Red Deer and nearby Central Alberta communities. Loans can support start-up, growth, exporting, technology investment, new opportunities, business purchase, and expansion needs. The organization is a developmental lender and states that its loans can reach up to $150,000, with flexible qualification criteria for entrepreneurs who may not fit traditional bank lending.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are entrepreneurs and small businesses in Community Futures Central Alberta's service area, including Red Deer, seeking financing to start, buy, or grow a business.

Requirements

  • Applicant must operate or plan to operate a business in the Community Futures Central Alberta service area.
  • Loan must support an eligible business purpose such as start-up, expansion, purchase, technology, export, or a new business opportunity.
  • Applicant must complete Community Futures' loan application process.