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Credit & Social Enterprises: Financing Options & Supports

Name: Credit & Social Enterprises: Financing Options & Supports
Start: 2026-03-13T11:00:00.000-04:00
End: 2026-03-13T12:30:00.000-04:00
Location: Toronto, Ontario

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About Event

This second session presented by Alterna is dedicated to exploring financing options and support programs specifically tailored for social enterprises. Participants will gain insights into various loan types, available grants, and practical strategies for accessing capital to fuel growth and sustainability. Interactive discussions will highlight the resources and supports offered through institutions like Alterna.

Workshop

Overview of financing options tailored for social enterprises
Highlighting types of loans and supports available through Alterna Savings

Presenter Bio

Jean Barrett brings over 25+ years of banking experience in the Retail and Commercial sectors. As the Manager of Alterna Savings’ award-winning Community Microfinance Program, she oversees eight community microloan portfolios and manages 250+ small business borrowers in the Greater Toronto Area and Ottawa Region annually.

Certified in financial literacy, Jean advises individuals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses, and she frequently speaks on business planning, credit, budgeting, and financing. She also supports our Community Loan Fund partnerships.

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