Relief capitalization fund
Are you looking to purchase shares in a growth-oriented business? The RELIEF FUND is the financial tool for you.
Eligible sectors
- Agricultural (innovative or with value added)
- Tourism
- Service
- Manufacturing
- Distribution-wholesale
Financial aid

- The financial aid can be up to $200,000.
- The financial aid will be in the form of loan, preferred or common share capital, debenture bond and/or other forms tailored to the buyer.
- The return required will be in accordance with the file’s analysis.
Guarantees
- According to the project
Eligibility
- The business must operate within the territory served by the CAE
- Your purchase project must be equal to at least 10% of the business’s shares
- The business must show prior profitability for a least three consecutive years
- The project must show that you will have the financial ability to repay the loan
- You must work full-time for the business and be part of the decision-making team, thus showing added value
Priorities
The CAE’s investment priorities focus on businesses operating in a low-competition sector that create or retain long-term employment, are in good financial health and are managed by an efficient and competent team.


