Support for Local Businesses to Grow, Adapt, and Lead
There’s a new opportunity for local businesses looking to adapt and grow in today’s evolving economy.
We’re excited to offer CANtrade™, a new financing program designed to help local entrepreneurs adapt to changes in trade, supply chains, and market conditions. With flexible loan options and reduced interest rates, this program makes it easier to invest in your business and plan for the future.
This initiative was first launched by Nventure in Northumberland and has now expanded to Renfrew County Community Futures and Community Futures Peterborough.
“Our local businesses are resourceful and resilient, and this new fund gives them one more way to act boldly in uncertain times,” says Cyndy Phillips, Executive Director of Renfrew County Community Futures. “We’re excited to bring CANtrade™ to our communities and continue backing the people and businesses who power our regional economy.”
Why CANtrade™?
Trade and supply networks are changing. Businesses are navigating higher costs, shifting logistics, and new customer demands.
CANtrade™ was created to help with that. It supports projects like:
- Expanding into other provinces
- Rebuilding supply chains closer to home
- Hiring staff or upgrading equipment
- Exploring new markets
- Developing new products or services
- Meeting new local or export standards
Visit our CANtrade™ page for more examples and eligibility details
What CANtrade™ Offers
CANtrade™ offers practical, affordable financing for growth-minded businesses. Key features include:
- Loan amounts from $5,000 to $150,000
- Interest rates from Prime to Prime +2%
- Repayment terms up to 60 months
- Interest-only payments for the first 6 months
- No prepayment penalties
Supporting Local Business Since 1986
Renfrew County Community Futures has been helping local entrepreneurs for nearly 40 years. We’ve invested over $50 million into businesses across the region, supporting job creation, innovation, and long-term growth.
With CANtrade™, we’re continuing that work, meeting businesses where they are and helping them get where they want to go.
Get Started
If you’re planning your next move, we’re ready to support you.
Learn more about CANtrade™ or contact us today to start the conversation.
CANtrade™ is delivered through the national Community Futures Program, funded by the Government of Canada through FedDev Ontario.
The CANtrade™ mark is used under license from Nventure.