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AMOUNT
$5K - $50M
INTEREST RATE
From 7%
TERMS
5 - 96 Months
AMOUNT
$250 - $1M
INTEREST RATE
From 10%
TERMS
3 - 60 Months
2M+
Canadians Served Since 2016
24-48hrs
Average Funding Time
90%+
Application Approval Rate
50+
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One soft credit check instead of multiple hard inquiries. We match you with lenders before they pull your full report.

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Our technology is integrated directly with lenders. We handle the paperwork and submit your application to the right places.

Built for Real Canadians

We work with lenders who support a wide range of credit profiles, helping borrowers with past challenges access realistic financing options.

How It Works

Get funded in three simple steps

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Complete Your Application

Apply once through a secure online form in under 5 minutes. We'll ask about you, your funding needs, and basic financial information.

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Get Approved

Our platform assesses your application against real lender criteria and routes it to the lender where approval is most likely.

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Once approved, funds are deposited directly into your bank account — often within 24-48 hours.

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Best Business Credit Cards in Canada – Compare, Filter and Find Your Match

Use this guide to understand business credit card basics, eligibility, rewards programs and fees, then try our Business Card Finder to match cards to your spend and perk preferences. Tables are fully filterable and swipeable on mobile. When you are ready to fund growth, you can also explore a business loan through trusted lenders across Canada.

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Rewards Value Estimator

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Card Annual fee Purchase APR Brand/Program Primary perk Insurance depth Welcome

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Business Credit Card Basics

A business credit card is a revolving line used for company expenses. It separates business and personal spending, simplifies bookkeeping and can help establish business credit history. Many issuers allow multiple authorized users at no extra cost, with spending controls and exportable expense data.

Why they are useful

  • Centralize employee expenses with individual cards and limits
  • Build business credit to unlock larger loans and credit lines
  • Earn rewards on everyday operating costs
  • Improve cash flow with statement grace periods

Small business vs corporate cards

  • Small business owner applies, manages and pays; modest limits; perks tailored to SMB spend
  • Corporate for registered corporations; higher limits; multi-user; company liable for balances

Eligibility Requirements in Canada

Most issuers require the cardholder be a Canadian resident and the business be active and for-profit. New businesses may be underwritten on the owner’s personal credit; established firms can be evaluated on business credit, revenue and cash flow. Some industries have restrictions.

  • Typical factors: business revenue, time in business, personal or business credit history
  • Higher-tier cards often require good to excellent credit
  • Past bankruptcies can limit eligibility, but alternatives exist

Rates, Fees and Rewards

Interest rates

Purchase APRs commonly range from roughly 12 to 24 percent, with different rates for cash advances and balance transfers. Carrying a balance increases total cost — if you revolve frequently, prioritize lower APR over rewards.

Annual & other fees

Annual fees vary from zero to premium. Check foreign transaction fees, balance transfer fees and cash advance fees if relevant to your use case.

Rewards & benefits

Match rewards to your spend mix. Travel cards bundle lounge access and insurance; cash back cards return a percentage on gas, recurring bills and office supplies; some products focus on controls and accounting integrations.

How to Compare Business Credit Cards

  1. Map your spend gas, recurring bills, travel, software, ads
  2. Set fee tolerance determine if perks offset the fee
  3. Check insurance travel medical, trip coverage, device protection
  4. Assess tools employee controls, virtual cards, exports
  5. Evaluate welcome offers but look beyond year one value

Tip — If you finance growth or carry balances, consider whether a Business Loan or Line of Credit fits better than a premium reward card.

How to Apply

Checklist

  • Business details and ownership structure
  • Revenue and time in business
  • Personal info for guarantor, if required
  • Supporting docs: registration, bank statements or financials

Steps

  1. Pick a shortlist using the Finder and comparison filters
  2. Review issuer terms, rates, fees and coverage
  3. Apply online and upload documents as requested
  4. Set up users, limits and accounting integrations

Business Credit Card FAQs

Can I get a business credit card without a registered corporation

Yes. Sole proprietors can qualify if the business is active and the owner meets the issuer’s underwriting criteria. Personal credit may be used for approval.

Do business cards report to personal credit bureaus

Some issuers may report delinquencies to personal bureaus when there is a personal guarantee. Good standing may or may not appear; check the issuer’s policy.

What’s more important, rewards or interest rate

If you pay in full each month, rewards can be valuable. If you carry balances, prioritize a lower APR or consider a loan or line of credit to reduce interest cost.

Is there a no foreign transaction fee business card

Yes, a few products waive FX fees or support multi-currency transactions. Use the Brand and Perk filters to surface these options.

How many additional users can I add

Many issuers allow multiple authorized users with spend controls and no extra fee, though policies vary. Review each product’s additional card fee line.

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