Finances

Whether you are a business just starting up or have you been in business for a while you may need some financial help at this point.

In Saskatchewan, Enterprise Saskatchewan is an agency affiliated with the Saskatchewan Government designed to overcome barriers to growth and to find or create new opportunities within the province. Enterprise Saskatchewan contains information on how Enterprise Regions work, business incentives and tax credits. You can also visit the Financial Help area of the Entrepreneurs section for even more information on business financing for self-employed and small to medium size businesses.

Some web sites will give you a comprehensive picture on what is out there for you and your business. Industry Canada, contains a general section on business support and financing. The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) Finance site and the Canada Business Service Centre provide a lot of good information and point you in the right direction for further information.

Business Organizations

The Industry Canada's SME Direct site provides Canadian company and business information, international business opportunities, trade and investment, business information by sector and much more.

Financial Help

Business Development Bank
Canada’s small business bank with a particular focus on the emerging and export sectors of the economy.

SME Direct
This website provides diagnostic and benchmarking tools, relevant databases and a wealth of other resources to help small and medium sized enterprises (SME's) make decisions

The business start-up assistant can help you get your new business going. There's lots of advice for developing a business plan, arranging financing, and researching the marketplace.

Federal Government Programs and Services for Business Start-up
A comprehensive list of over 130 programs.

Canada Small Business Financing Program (CSBF)
This program helps new and existing small business obtain term loans directly from authorized lenders towards financing the purchase and improvement of fixed costs.

Women Entrepreneurs of Saskatchewan Inc.
This program helps women in urban and rural areas of Saskatchewan access business advisory services, training, financial assistance through a loan fund and networking opportunities.

Youth Opportunities Unleashed (YOU)
The purpose of the YOU program is to assist young adults between 18 and 34 years of age to consider opening a business in their community. The YOU program offers support through financing, training and mentorship.