Loan Program Application Process
The WEOC Loan Program offers loans up to $50,000 through a unique program created to reduce common barriers women entrepreneurs face when accessing financing.
You’ll receive expert guidance from our network of regional partners who’ll help you prepare your business plan and loan application.
You’re Worth the Investment.
Our team will look beyond your credit score to see your true potential for business success – because we believe you’re worth the investment.
1. Learn about the program – is it a fit for you?
Review the eligibility requirements, explore the FAQs, and read some articles on the benefits of borrowing. You are a busy business owner, so we made everything clear, informative, and quick to read.
2. Connect with a partner in you region
WEOC has partnered with women’s business and entrepreneur organizations across Canada as Loan Fund Partners. Book a meeting with a partner in your region. Their expert advisors can walk you through all stages of the WEOC loan application process, providing business guidance and support along the way.
3. Submit Your Application
Your Loan Fund Partner advisor will give you a direct link to the online application once they’ve helped you prepare everything you need to apply.
If you have questions or are unsure if a WEOC National Loan Program is right for you, you can reach out to WEOC directly. A member of our loans team will assist you and when you are ready, can connect you with the loan fund partner or other supports in your region.
Loan Resources
“Thank you for everything – the WEOC team absolutely rocks and makes the entrepreneur life a little less stressful/easier with such a clear and transparent process!!”
– Lauralee Sheehan, Founder & Chief Creative Officer, Digital 55 (Ontario)
The psychological barriers women entrepreneurs face around debt
National Loan Program Stories
One often overlooked hurdle for women entrepreneurs is the psychological burden of debt. While debt can be a powerful tool for growth, many grapple with unique anxieties around loans. In this post we’ll debunk common fears about debt and empower you to make informed, fearless financial decisions.
What the WEOC loans team looks for in a business plan
National Loan Program Stories
A solid business plan is the basis for any successful enterprise. Outlining the business’ goals and the plan to get there helps entrepreneurs get clear on their ideas, while allowing funders and lenders get on board by demonstrating the viability of the business.
The WEOC National Loan Program is possible with funding provided by the Government of Canada through the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy.