I'm a young Canadian entrepreneur interested in starting a new business and need funding and support. What are the main startup loan programs offered by Futurpreneur, what are the core eligibility requirements for their general startup loan, and what is the step-by-step process to apply? Additionally, what non-financial support, including specific resources or workshops, does Futurpreneur provide to help entrepreneurs succeed?
Navigate to 'futurpreneur.ca'. Click on the 'For entrepreneurs' button. Identify the main startup loan programs listed under 'LOAN & MENTORSHIP OFFERINGS'. Click on the 'Eligibility' link to find the core eligibility criteria for a startup loan. Return to the 'For entrepreneurs' page and click on the 'Core Startup Program' link. Scroll down the 'Core Startup Program' page to find details on the application process and non-financial support. Identify the general steps involved in applying for the Core Startup Program, specifically looking for how one 'gets started'. Identify and list specific non-financial support, including names of resources or workshops mentioned. Synthesize all gathered information into a concise answer.
The agent successfully navigates to the 'For entrepreneurs' page. The agent identifies and states the main startup loan programs as 'Core Startup Program', 'Black Entrepreneur Startup Program', and 'Indigenous Entrepreneur Startup Program'. The agent lists the core eligibility criteria for a startup loan as: '18-39 years old', 'Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or convention refugee', 'new or existing business less than 12 months old', and 'requires a complete business plan'. The agent outlines the general application steps as: 'Sign up to get connected with a dedicated team member' or, if ready, 'submit a complete business plan and 24-month cash flow'. The agent identifies and describes at least two forms of non-financial support, specifically mentioning 'up to two years of 1:1 hand-matched mentorship', 'access to resources like the Rock My Business workshop series and business planning tools', and 'networking opportunities'.