The Protect Ontario Financing Program is a provincial financing opportunity for Ontario businesses affected by tariff-related pressures. It provides loan support to help companies protect jobs, maintain operations, and manage liquidity challenges.
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Protect Ontario Financing Program funding amount criteria details include:
Minimum of $250,000 in loans; and
Repayable up to 72 months (6 years); and
No penalty for prepayment; and
Annual repayment frequency; and
Applicant to demonstrate ability to meet repayment requirements and provide security satisfactory to the province.
At the discretion of the province, loan parameters may also include:
Interest-bearing loan up to market prime-rate
Potential for loan repayments to be principal-free for up to 12 months
Incorporated, for‑profit businesses or limited partnerships registered in Ontario
At least $2 million in annual revenue
Minimum of 10 full‑time employees in Ontario
Three years of operations, backed by financial statements
Must face tariff-related working capital challenges
Must have explored federal support options (EDC Tariff Impact Program, BDC Pivot to Grow, Large Enterprise Tariff Loan Facility)
Working capital needs such as payroll, leases, utilities; and
Not for equipment purchases, acquisitions, refi, or relocation.
Speak with a member of our team to find the latest intake period info for this program.
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