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SOLUTIONS FOR WHAT’S NEXT

Business financing in Canada

Explore options that support your cash flow, equipment and growth. Start with the solution closest to your needs.

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Merchant cash advance

Access working capital based on your business revenue. Explore an advance for inventory, payroll or a seasonal cash-flow gap.

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Term loans

Finance a defined business project with a lump sum and an agreed repayment schedule. Plan an expansion, renovation or longer-term investment.

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Business line of credit

Explore revolving credit for recurring business needs. Draw funds within an approved limit and replenish available credit as you repay, subject to your agreement.

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Equipment financing

Explore financing for the machinery, vehicles and tools your business relies on. Spread the purchase cost while keeping cash available for operations.

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Invoice factoring

Explore access to cash against eligible outstanding business invoices. Bring forward a portion of your receivables instead of waiting for customer payment.

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Credit-challenged business loans

Discuss financing when your credit history makes borrowing more difficult. Your business performance and current circumstances are part of the conversation.

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Residential mortgages

Discuss property-backed financing for a home purchase or refinance. Explore options based on the property, available equity and your circumstances.

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Home equity line of credit

Explore revolving financing secured against your home. Discuss access to equity for planned expenses, subject to property and lender eligibility.

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Commercial mortgages

Explore financing for a commercial property purchase or refinance, including premises used by your business or held as an investment.

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Multifamily financing

Discuss financing for properties with multiple residential units. Explore options for an acquisition, refinance or improvements to a rental property.

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Land loans

Explore financing for a land purchase or refinance. Discuss the parcel, its intended use and the next steps in your project.

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Second mortgages

Discuss additional financing secured behind an existing first mortgage. Review the costs and obligations of accessing property equity.

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CANADIAN BUSINESS FINANCING

How does Next Fund help Canadian businesses get financing?

Next Fund helps Canadian business owners explore financing through lending partners. Options include term loans, business lines of credit, equipment financing, merchant cash advances and invoice factoring. Apply in English or French with your funding needs and business details; approval and terms depend on the lender’s review.

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Business financing options available to explore with Next Fund
Financing optionPossible usesHow it works and what to compare
Merchant cash advanceInventory, payroll or other operating expenses.Review the advance agreement for the total amount payable and payment frequency, including how payments respond to changes in sales.
Term loansA planned expansion, renovation or defined project.A lump sum repaid on an agreed schedule. Compare the term, total cost and early-repayment conditions.
Business line of creditRecurring expenses or seasonal cash-flow gaps.Draw within an approved limit and reuse available credit as you repay, subject to the agreement. Check interest, fees and repayment requirements.
Equipment financingPurchasing machinery, business vehicles or tools.Payments follow the financing agreement. Compare any down payment, security requirements and total cost.
Invoice factoringA construction business with eligible unpaid customer invoices, or another business waiting on invoice payments.Eligible invoices are sold for access to funds before customers pay. Compare fees, collection arrangements and responsibility for unpaid invoices.
Credit-challenged business loansExploring options when credit history limits borrowing.This is a review of available options, not one repayment structure. Costs, security and payments depend on the product and lender.

What should I prepare before applying?

Have your legal business name, industry, time in business, monthly revenue range, requested amount and funding purpose ready. The application also asks for your name, email, phone number and province or territory. Your advisor will confirm any supporting documents needed for the lender’s review.

What should I review in a financing offer?

Review the total repayment amount, interest and fees, payment frequency, term, security requirements and any early-repayment conditions. These depend on the product and lender. Next Fund does not guarantee approval, a particular rate or a funding deadline.

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BEFORE YOUR NEXT STEP

A CLEAR PATH FORWARD

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Our process
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Tell us your plans

Answer a few questions about your business or property. The application adapts to what you need.

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Explore your options

An advisor reviews your request, discusses the details and helps you understand potential financing.

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Take the next step

Review your offer and its terms. Once approved and completed, funding can move forward.

FAQ

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Next Fund facilitates financing with lending partners. We help Canadian business owners explore options and prepare a financing request. The lender determines approval, pricing and conditions.

The Next Fund application asks for your legal business name, industry, time in business, monthly revenue range, requested amount and funding purpose. Include your full name, email, phone number and province or territory. Additional questions depend on the financing type.

There is no single rate or cost for every application. Review the written offer for interest, fees, total repayment, payment frequency, security and any early-repayment conditions. Costs and terms depend on the financing product, lender and application.

Business options include term loans, credit lines, equipment financing, merchant cash advances and invoice factoring. Property options include residential, commercial, multifamily, land and second mortgages, plus home equity credit lines.

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