CANtrade™ Flexible Financing
From $5,000 to $150,000 for Qualifying Businesses

We provide growth-focused capital so you CAN unlock new markets, build partnerships, and pursue new opportunities.

Rates starting at Prime +0%.

Take advantage of six months of interest-only payments with this limited-time offer.

Whether your business is shifting supply chains, expanding interprovincial trade, or exporting locally made products, CANtrade™ is designed to provide flexible financing with reduced lending rates to support your growth.

• Loans 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

Examples of eligible projects include:

• Meeting the growing demand from customers in other provinces
• Bringing parts of your supply chain back to Canada
• Improving your business to stay competitive
• Expanding your production capacity
• Hiring new staff and upgrading technology
• Exploring new export markets
• Reducing risks in your supply chain or shifting to new industries
• Developing new products, services, or processes that are almost ready for market
• Adapting your products or services for local markets (getting certified, translating content, or meeting local rules)

How you can use the funding:

• Find new suppliers or make your supply chain more reliable
• Grow into new markets in Canada or other countries
• Make more products to meet rising demand
• Keep your business stable with working capital
• Save money and run more efficiently (especially to handle tariffs)
• Get expert help or advice to support any of these activities

CANtrade™ eligibility

Eligible companies are existing for-profit businesses located and operating in the City of Peterborough or Peterborough County (not subsidiaries of foreign entities).

Application deadline

March 31, 2026, or until all funds are deployed.

The CANtrade™ mark is used under license from Nventure.

Braden Clark

Braden Clark

Loan Manager

Talk to Braden to get started!

Hey there, I’m Braden! I provide free, one-on-one business consultations. Together, we’ll find the best solution for you and your business. No pressure to apply for financing, just friendly guidance to help you succeed.

I’m excited to chat and help your business grow!

About me

Braden’s background includes over 20 years in sales, operations, project management, entrepreneurial coaching, and financial lending. He takes care of the loan portfolio, ensuring smart investments and effective risk management.

Outside of work, he enjoys life on a small hobby farm and volunteering in the Asphodel-Norwood community.

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