Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: July 2026
Short-term BDC financing covering up to 100% of the cost of fulfilling a confirmed customer order. Released against the PO, repaid when the customer pays.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
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Check my eligibilityBDC Purchase Order Financing is generally open to incorporated, partnership businesses, in any province or territory, in Manufacturing, Retail & E-commerce, Professional Services. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Up to 100% of fulfillment cost per order. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Receive a confirmed customer PO 2. Apply with BDC, attach the PO 3. Use funds to pay supplier, repay BDC on customer payment
Rolling: apply per order.