About us
About us
Since 1996, Futurpreneur has fostered the entrepreneurial passions of Canada’s diverse startup founders ages 18-39. We are the only national non-profit organization that provides young aspiring entrepreneurs across Canada with the loan financing, mentorship and resources they need to start or buy a business.
Our purpose
Why we exist
Our purpose is to drive inclusive Canadian prosperity by fostering the success of young entrepreneurs.
Our mission
What we do to achieve our purpose
We empower diverse entrepreneurs ages 18-39 by providing loans with mentorship and resources to help them start and buy businesses that contribute to sustainable and inclusive economic prosperity, in their communities and across Canada.
Our impact
Fostering inclusive prosperity across Canada since 1996
Our impact since inception
As of March 31, 2024
18,700+
diverse, young entrepreneurs supported
14,700+
businesses launched in every province and territory
$219 M
provided in loan financing alongside 1:1 mentorship
Our client demographics
April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2024
42%
of supported businesses are women-led
15%
of supported businesses have Black founders
5%
of supported businesses have Indigenous founders
What we hear from clients
Based on 606 young entrepreneurs who responded to our 2023 client survey
80%
say Futurpreneur had a positive impact on their success
89%
felt prepared to launch their business
4 jobs
were created, on average, in each business
Our community
As of March 31, 2024
2,300+
volunteer mentors
350+
community partners
120+
team members in 14 locations across Canada
Our values
Mission-driven
We are motivated by our purpose – driving inclusive Canadian prosperity by fostering the success of young entrepreneurs. We are proudly making a difference, one entrepreneur at a time.
Collegial & collaborative
We believe in the power of teamwork and the importance of community, cooperating with colleagues and partners across the country, and fostering a caring and supportive culture. We are all on the #sameteam.
Diverse & inclusive
We embrace the unique perspectives and experiences within our team. We strive to welcome and provide excellent service to a broad range of aspiring young entrepreneurs, fostering inclusive prosperity.
Accountable & transparent
We honour our commitments to entrepreneurs, mentors, partners, and to each other. We value candour and authenticity and we work hard to achieve our shared goals.
We’re here to help
We’ve helped over 18,700 diverse, young entrepreneurs get the kick-start they needed – and you could be next. At Futurpreneur, we're here to partner with you on your startup journey. Our team will support you in accessing the money, mentorship and resources you need to help you start – or buy – your business.
Learn about our core offering
Futurpreneur offers up to $75,000 in collateral-free loan capital and one-on-one mentorship to young entrepreneurs. Find out if you could be eligible here.
Bailey Puddister
Elliot + Olivia | North Bay, ON
