Trade uncertainty: Explore resources and tools for your business.

Trade uncertainty: Explore resources and tools for your business.

Certified green building loan Meet your climate goals while boosting your business

Enhance your business's sustainability with a certified green building loan and become eligible for an interest rate reduction*.
Buy
Build
Renovate
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Whether you want to buy, build, or renovate a certified green building or one to be certified, BDC’s loan can help you.

Are we a good fit?

Check out some of the general requirements to get a certified green building loan with BDC.

Minimum requirements
Location Based in Canada
Time generating revenue 24 months +
Profitability Generating revenue
Credit history Good track record
Project purpose Demonstrate the intent to use the loan to acquire, construct, or renovate a building to obtain a certification.**

Applying is easy

1
Submit a loan request online
Tell us about your project and provide information about your business.
2
Talk to a representative
We will call you to discuss your project in depth, including the documents needed for our analysis.
3
Get a tailored solution
If you’re approved, we’ll send you a loan offer based on your financial needs and capabilities, which may include free sessions with a consultant specialized in green certifications.

Perfect for your certification journey

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This loan can help you:

  • Cover expenses
  • Buy land and buildings
  • New constructions or renovations
  • And more

You’re in good hands

Choosing a loan is about more than just interest rates. The fine print is just as important—and our terms and conditions are designed to give you more flexibility and financial control over your business.

We’re there in good times and in bad

We’ve supported our clients through market downturns and other events beyond their control.

We're not one size fits all

We take the time to review your business needs and offer solutions that leave you enough breathing room to realize your goals.

We’re committed to you long-term

We won't change our terms and conditions or demand early repayment without a valid reason.

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Breathe easy with interest-only payments

Take a break on us and pay only interest for up to the first 36 months of your loan.

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Minimize your downpayment

Depending on your project, get financing of up to 100% of the project cost to cover expenses like moving costs and downpayments.

Exemple of repayment schedule

Repay, your way

Match payments to your cash flow cycle to avoid using money needed for your day-to-day activities and take up to 25 years to repay your loan.

Let’s build your success together

As Canada’s bank for entrepreneurs, we complement the role of other banks. We take on more risk, offer flexible financing and provide sound advice to help you build a strong, successful and resilient business.

100,000+
entrepreneurs we work with across Canada
$55.4B
committed exclusively to business owners
93%
of our clients are satisfied with our services
$435B
revenues generated by our clients

Still have questions?

What types of real estate projects do you finance?

BDC's green building certified loan covers the construction of a new building or the purchase or renovation of an existing building, with the intent of obtaining environmental certification. Eligible certifications include LEED (minimum Silver), Zero Carbon Building, Zero Energy Certification, BOMA BEST (minimum Silver) and ENERGY STAR. For other commercial real estate projects, visit our Commercial real estate loan page.

What documents will I need to supply?

Once your loan application has been submitted for review, you will be asked to supply one or more of the following documents:

  • Company financial statements
  • Purchase offer
  • Phase I environmental report
  • Assessment report (asset and/or structure value)
  • List of leases, if applicable
  • Other documents may be required

How long does it take to get a loan?

Commercial real estate financing transactions require specific, detailed analysis. We recommend allowing ample time for the financing process to avoid potential delays or issues with the sale.

Can I finance a down payment?

BDC's green building certified loan can offer extra financing on top of the loan's value—up to 100% of the project costs—to cover extra expenses.

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