BDC Growth & Transition Capital: Creation and culture
Flexible financing and expert advice to grow your creative or cultural business
We provide flexible financing that works alongside tax credits and grants, combined with sector-specific expertise and advisory support.
Offered by Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Amount
Loans of more than $350,000 (loans of $350,000 or less go through the Small Business Loan), with a higher percentage of financing, longer repayment periods and payments matched to your cash flow, plus consulting services
Quick eligibility check
Who can apply
Proudly supporting businesses across Canada’s creative and cultural industries
- Media and audiovisual
- Video games
- Motion picture and video production
- Sound recording
- Radio and television broadcasting
- Design
- Printing
- Performing arts and spectator sports
*To apply for a BDC loan you must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and have reached the age of majority in the province or territory in which you live.
They may be able to help you with programs designed for start-up businesses. BDC provides financing for businesses that have been in operation at
least 12 months.
Thinking about a loan? Make sure you and your business meet our minimum requirements.
Canadian-based
Your business is registered in Canada, even if you do business elsewhere.
Earning revenue
Your business has recorded sales.
Good credit
Your personal and business credit are in good standing.
Of legal age
All shareholders are of legal age in their province or territory.
Business bank account
Your business has an account with a financial institution.
BDC financing is generally available to businesses that have been generating revenue for at least 12 months.
BDC financing is generally available to businesses with at least $100K in annual sales. In the meantime, you may want to explore other financing options through our partners.
About the funding
We provide flexible financing that works alongside tax credits and grants, combined with sector-specific expertise and advisory support.
Consulting services to run a better business
- Better manage your finances and your cash flow
- Develop a sales and marketing strategy
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- Hire and retain employees with an HR strategy
Higher percentage of financing
Longer repayment periods
Payments matched to your cash flow
Seasoned advisors who know your industry
Tell us about your business project and one of our representatives will contact you to discuss financing options tailored to your business. Our loans* offer flexible terms and conditions to protect your cashflow.
Enter an amount higher than $350,000 without a period, comma, or dollar sign.
If you're looking for a loan of $350,000 or less, check out our Small Business Loan.
More than a lender, we’re a long-term partner ready to help you expand into new markets, finance a production, scale a studio or invest in digital capabilities.
- Quickly and easily access financing for your projects
- Access working capital to grow
- Invest in technology to innovate
Similar programs
| Program | Type | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDC Small business loan | Loan | Up to $350,000 per BDC Small Business Loan: up to $100K (up to 6 months interest-only payments, 5-year amortization) or over $100K and up to $350K (up to 12 months interest-only payments, up to 8-year amortization) | Open |
| BDC Start-up financing | Loan | Up to $150,000 | Open |
| BDC Working capital loan | Loan | No fixed amount | Open |
| Advance Payments Program | Loan Guarantee, Loan | Up to $1,000,000 | Open |
