Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED)
With ongoing support and guidance CEED enables entrepreneurs in metropolitan Halifax who may not be eligible for bank loans to start their businesses. CEED also acts as delivery agent for ACOA Seed Capital Loan Program, Canadian Youth Business Foundation and Students-in-Business low interest loan programs.
www.ceed.info

Saint John’s Community Loan Fund
Committed to strengthening social conditions through economic independence and entrepreneurship, the Loan Fund strives to generate income, asset building and greater self-reliance. Programs include: Business loans, employment loans, shelter loans, financial literacy training and business plan training.
www.loanfund.ca

Black Business Initiative (BBI)
Focus on growth and effective management, BBI provides financial assistance and business education to businesses owned by members of the Nova Scotia Black Community. These objectives are accomplished through the provision of Loans, Mentorship, Information, Training, Business Counselling, and Business Plan Development.
www.bbi.ns.ca

Oikocredit
One of few ethical investment funds that encourages investors to invest funds in a socially responsible manner, financing development projects that benefit disadvantaged and marginalized people in the south. Oikocredit finances cooperatives as well as small and medium size businesses with a particular focus on agriculture, trade, services and manufacturing.
www.oikocredit.org

Atlantic Association of Community Business Development Corporations (CBDC’s)
A network of over 41 autonomous, non-profit organizations that work with all levels of government and private sectors to meet the needs of small businesses. CBDC’s support the creation of small businesses or the expansion and modernization of existing business through programs such as Financial Assistance, Self Employment Benefits, SEED Capital Program, Women in Business Initiatives, Micro credit and Business Counselling.
www.cbdc.ca