EDC is working with our federal partners and financial institutions to bring financial relief and support to Canadian companies through the Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP). We’re proud to assist businesses—both exporting and non-exporting—with expertise, insurance, and improved cash flow.

EDC COVID-19 Assistance Tool

By answering a few questions about your needs and your company, EDC can help you identify the programs and services that will serve you best as you face challenges brought on by COVID-19.

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Thank you for sharing some information about your company with us. Below is a list of solutions and services that might fit your needs right now. 

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Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA)

Up to $40K for small businesses with no interest until 2023 and 25% forgiven if paid off before 2023. Contact your financial institution to apply.

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EDC BCAP Guarantee

Get access to credit through your financial institution to cover operating costs. Contact your financial institution to apply.

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BDC Co-Lending Program

Up to $12.5 million for operational cash flow requirements. Contact your financial institution to apply.

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BDC Small Business Loan

Up to $100K for small businesses with 24 months of revenue or more and good credit history.

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BDC COVID-19 Working Capital loans

Up to $2 million with flexible repayment terms and no study fees.

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Export Help Hub

COVID-19 business questions? EDC’s Export Help Hub can help your business get through this pandemic. 

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Canada's COVID-19 business resources

The Government of Canada has many programs in place to help your business through this crisis.

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Introducing the EDC Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP) Guarantee

The EDC BCAP Guarantee helps companies that sell internationally or within Canada to address cash flow challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Qualified businesses can access up to $6.25 million in credit through their financial institution to cover rent, payroll and other operating costs caused by the current crisis. Please note: this new solution may not be available through your financial institution until a later date.

   

Looking for financial support for your business? Find the right EDC solution here.

All solutions listed here have been adjusted to reflect businesses’ current needs.

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EDC Business Credit Availability Program (BCAP) Guarantee

As you refine your business model in the second half of 2020, the EDC BCAP Guarantee will provide your financial institution the peace of mind that they need to give you access to credit.
 

 

EDC Credit Insurance

Insure sales and protect your business from non-payment risk.
 


Export Guarantee Program

EDC can offer your financial institution a guarantee of repayment on the money you borrow, making it easier for you to access working capital.
 


Foreign Exchange Facility Guarantee

Lock in exchange rates to protect yourself against foreign exchange risk—without locking up your capital as collateral.
 


Account Performance Security Guarantee

Get the benefit of pre-approval and a predictable rate for your guarantees, making it easier to pursue business.
 


EDC Advance Payment Insurance (CapEx)

Insure the advance payments you make on capital or quasi-capital goods and protect your business.
 


EDC-BDC Purchase Order Financing

Get financing to cover up to 90% of the purchase order amount.


 

Download now: Build business resilience with our practical cash flow guide

Accessing and managing cash flow is one of the biggest challenges businesses face as they adjust to the “new normal.” This guide gives you straightforward advice, with tips and tools to improve your company’s cash flow and take your next steps to move your business forward in this changed economy.

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