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Small Business Loans in Central Alberta

Great loan options from great people.

Get the financial support you need to grow your business with one of our flexible business loans. We’re known for saying ‘yes’ when everyone else says ‘no’. If you can’t get a loan from traditional banks, we can help.

We provide several types of loans for small businesses and rural businesses including:

  • Loans for starting a business
  • Business expansion loans
  • Technology investment loans
  • New business loans
  • Loans for buying an existing business

With Community Futures, you borrow only what you need, when you need it.

Many of our clients start with one kind of loan product and over the years take advantage of our other great loans and programs.

Loan qualification and repayment terms are affordable and flexible. We take a broader view of your assets, income, and skills than traditional lenders such as banks, including reviewing the viability of business ideas provided through a business plan. 

Get access to a wide range of business support from business advisors who know rural business like no one else, including free business guidance and counselling.

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Flex Loans

Running a small business is never easy. However, Community Futures Central Alberta can make accessing capital a little bit easier with their new Flex Loan program.

Local business owners and start-ups can access up to $20,000 with less paperwork and lower fees.

Our Flex Loans can be used for marketing costs, equipment purchases, or even renovations to your storefront. To learn more about Flex Loans call us at 403.342.2055 or email us.

 

Loan Appeals and Fees

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out if I am eligible for a Community Futures loan?

The best place to start is to schedule an appointment with one of our Business Analysts. 

General eligibility criteria include:

  1. Your business must be located in a rural community of Alberta
  2. You must be involved in the day-to-day operations of the business
  3. You must be of legal age and a resident of Canada

You must contact a bank first. If you are unable to secure appropriate financing under reasonable terms elsewhere, contact us.

Let’s talk about what your business needs.

Contact Us

5013 49 Avenue
Red Deer, AB  T4N 3X1
P: 403-342-2055
E: central@albertacf.com
  

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Communities Served

Alhambra, Bearberry, Benalto, Bergen, Betula, Bowden, Burnstick Lake, Campaign, Caroline, Carstairs, Cline River, Condor, Cremona, Crump, Dickson, Didsbury, Doan, Eckville, Elkton, Harmattan, Innisfail, James River Bridge, Leslieville, Markerville, Nordegg, Olds, Penhold, Pine Lake, Red Deer, Rocky Mountain House, Shawtz, Spruce View, Stauffer, Sundre, Sylvan Lake, Water Valley, Wessex, and Westward Ho.