Microloans

AWE offers microloans up to $10,000 to start market-ready businesses or expand existing businesses.

In addition to pre-loan assistance in developing or updating a viable business plan, microloan clients and their AWE Business Advisor will work closely together post-loan to review accomplishments and business performance.

Microloan Criteria

Market-ready or existing business
Equity, 5-10%
10% security
Business insurance
Complete application credit check
Participate in loan after-care program
Ownership and control of at least 51% of the business by woman
Residence and business location in Alberta
18 years or older