More Than Loans:
We Empower
Businesses

Empowering Success Through Community Programs

We are committed to supporting businesses and growing economic growth in our region. By offering expert programs, we continue to be a trusted partner to businesses and entrepreneurs throughout our community. Discover the exceptional programs available to help you and your business prosper.

SOAR

Designed for established businesses ready to grow or scale, the SOAR Program offers free access to expert-led workshops, mentorship, networking, and one-on-one strategic support.

NEXT Program

The NEXT Program helps individuals facing job loss to explore entrepreneurship as a new path forward. Through interactive workshops, one-on-one advisory support, and practical business training, participants learn how to turn their skills, experience, and passions into viable business opportunities.

Starter Company PLUS

If you have an idea to start a new business, are purchasing a business, or would like to grow your current business, you may be eligible for the Starter Company PLUS program. The program offers a grant of up to $5,000 as well as access to training, mentoring, networking, and one-on-one consulting support through the Business Advisory Centre.

Summer Company

If you are a student (15-29 years) and have an idea to start a business this summer, you may be eligible to apply for the Summer Company program. This program offers a grant of up to $3,000 to start your business, plus business skills development, training, advice, and mentoring through the Business Advisory Centre.

Community Advancement Program (CAP)

CAP, an initiative of Community Futures Peterborough (CFP), aims to boost business attraction, investment, retention, and employment in the City of Peterborough and Peterborough County by supporting projects that:

• Create community economic stability, growth, and job creation

• Develop and diversify competitive local rural economies

• Foster economically sustainable communities

Aligned with CFP and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) priorities, CAP focuses on advancing economic competitiveness, promoting sustainable economic development and diversification, and creating a more equitable and inclusive economy.