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BDC is a leading financial service provider for Canadian entrepreneurs. Operating for more than 75 years, BDC has helped businesses grow and succeed by understanding the challenges and needs of Canadian SMEs. It provides support to entrepreneurs in all industries and at every stage of development through its network of business centres across Canada and online.

Serving entrepreneurs since 1944, BDC is a financially sustainable Crown corporation operating at arm’s length from its sole shareholder, the Government of Canada. It was the first financial institution in Canada to receive B-Corp certification in 2013.

Contact the team at Innovation Factory and CITM to access the perks and services offered to clients by BDC’s specialized tech team.

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Quick Facts

  • Provides financing solutions for Canadian SMEs
  • Makes free tools and resources available via its website
  • Delivers advice and consulting services
  • Offers online financing for up to $350K

Join Innovation Factory's Annual Open House - The Big DiF!

Network with 300+ industry professionals, discover emerging solutions from our innovators, and celebrate entrepreneurship within the Hamilton-Halton ecosystem.

May 14, 2026 | 4:00pm – 8:00pm | Hamilton, Ontario

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Attend HERhalton Women in Business Breakfast

Support and celebrate the achievements of women in business and entrepreneurship. HERhalton by Innovation Factory is the region’s go-to networking event for advocates of women entrepreneurs and features engaging guest speakers to inspire and drive engaging conversation.

Expand your network and connect with the region’s influencers and innovators in the world of women in business

June 4, 2026 | 8:00am – 12:00pm EDT

Meet the top 10 finalists, and watch as they pitch their innovations live to a panel of investors and experts for cash prizes at the 16th LiONS LAIR!

Celebrate the 16th anniversary of the LiONS LAIR pitch competition!

Since 2011, we’ve helped over 170 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, network with 350+ entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders at a milestone evening where community, growth & collaboration meet innovation.

Meet the top 10 finalists, and watch as they pitch their innovations live to a panel of investors and experts for cash prizes!

When: September 24, 2026 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: Oakville Banquet & Conference Centre |
2515 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 6P8