$13M
$ Lent
242
# of Loans
172*
Community Based Projects
*since April 2019
Community Futures Sunrise is dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and fostering economic growth in southeast Saskatchewan. Our mission is to create a thriving regional economy through loans, advice and support.
Vision
Community Futures Sunrise is a well known leader in developing our regional economy.
Values
We prioritize innovation, community collaboration, and sustainable economic development. We believe in the potential of local businesses and are committed to providing the resources they need to succeed.
Goals
Our primary goals include enhancing financial literacy, promoting entrepreneurship, and supporting community-driven economic development.
Mandate
Community Futures Sunrise aims to help entrepreneurs succeed by offering a range of programs, training, and support services tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses in our region. Our mandate includes providing access to capital, business coaching, and other vital resources to foster growth and development.
We offer flexible loan options, including Micro loans up to $25,000 and Growth loans for larger financing needs, to support businesses at every stage of development - startup, purchase or expansion. Our experienced team provides personalized coaching and one-on-one consulting to meet the specific needs of entrepreneurs, whether they are just starting out or looking to grow. Additionally, we offer youth focused programs such as the YouthBiz competition and an annual training and event schedule all designed to enhance digital literacy, financial management, stress management, and other important business skills.
Our Impact
Community Futures delivers where it matters most—supporting entrepreneurs in rural and remote communities that are often underserved by traditional financing. With local decision-making, trusted relationships, and flexible capital, CF organizations are a proven, high-impact delivery platform for economic development. View the Community Futures Network of Canada 2024 - 2025 Impact Report.
By the numbers:
- Nearly 21,000 jobs created or maintained
- $344M in loans delivered, leveraging $779M in additional investment
- A national network of 267 organizations powered by local staff and volunteers
Over the long term, the impact is even more significant:
- $6.5B invested in rural businesses
- $12.6B leveraged
- 800,000+ jobs supported
- Alameda
- Alida
- Amulet
- Antler
- Arcola
- Auburnton
- Beaubier
- Bechard
- Bellegarde
- Benson
- Bermersyde
- Bienfait
- Bromhead
- Brooking
- Browning
- Bryant
- Candiac
- Cannington Manor
- Carievale
- Carlyle
- Carnduff
- Cedoux
- Ceylon
- Colfax
- Colgate
- Corinne
- Corning
- Creelman
- Cullen
- Davin
- Doonside
- Dumas
- Dummer
- Emerald Park
- Estevan
- Estlin
- Fairlight
- Fertile
- Fillmore
- Fleming
- Forget
- Forward
- Francis
- Frobisher
- Froude
- Frys
- Gainsborough
- Gladmar
- Glen Ewen
- Glenavon
- Goodwater
- Grand Coulee
- Grassdale
- Gray
- Griffin
- Halbrite
- Handsworth
- Hardy
- Heward
- Hirsch
- Hitchcock
- Hoffer
- Horizon
- Hume
- Huntoon
- Innes
- Jameson
- Kelso
- Kendal
- Kenosee Lake
- Khedive
- Kisbey
- Kronau
- Lajord
- Lake Alma
- Lampman
- Lang
- Lewvan
- Macoun
- Mair
- Manor
- Maryfield
- Maxim
- McTaggart
- Midale
- Milestone
- Minton
- Montmartre
- Moosomin
- Mutrie
- Neptune
- North Portal
- North Weyburn
- Northgate
- Nottingham
- Ocean Man First Nation
- Odessa
- Osage
- Oungre
- Outram
- Oxbow
- Pangman
- Parkman
- Parry
- Peebles
- Pheasant Rump First Nation
- Radville
- Ralph
- Ratcliffe
- Redvers
- Regway
- Riceton
- Richardson
- Roche Percee
- Roche Percee
- Rowatt
- Ryerson
- Sedley
- Service
- Steelman
- Storthoaks
- Stoughton
- Talmage
- Torquay
- Tribune
- Trossachs
- Tyvan
- Vandura
- Vibank
- Viewfield
- Walpole
- Wapella
- Wauchope
- Wawota
- Welwyn
- Weyburn
- White Bear First Nation
- White City
- Wilcox
- Willmar
- Woodley
- Wordsworth
- Yellow Grass