Tourism Financing Assistance — Long-Term Loan (Finance PEI)
Get the capital to expand your PEI tourism business or fund pre-season operations with loans covering up to 80% of asset value or 100% of operating costs. This is repayable financing, so confirm exact interest rates and terms on the official page.
“Loans shall not generally exceed 80 per cent of the fair market value or purchase price of the asset(s) being financed, and not exceed a period of 20 years.”
From the official program page
Before you spend a dollar
This is a loan, not a grant; you must repay the principal plus interest over time.
At a glance
Subject to program rules, available funding, and approval. Confirm current details with the official program administrator.
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Check your fit →Is this for you?
- You run a licensed tourism business in Prince Edward Island, such as a hotel, resort, or attraction, but not a bed and breakfast.
- You need funds for expansion, new construction, major repairs, or pre-season operating cash flow.
- Your lodging project meets the minimum 2.5-star Canada Select rating or helps extend the tourist season.
Probably not the right fit if
- You operate a bed and breakfast as defined by the Tourism Industry Act Regulations.
- You are located outside Prince Edward Island or lack a valid tourism establishment license.
- You need funding for vehicles that do not directly generate income or sales.
How much you'd realistically get
Long-term loans cover up to 80% of the fair market value or purchase price of the asset. Operating loans can cover up to 100% of pre-season costs. Specific dollar maximums are not published so confirm on the official page.
What may be supported
- Purchase of tourism business
- Expansion of tourism facilities (restaurants, accommodations, attractions)
- New construction of tourism assets
- Repair or updating of fixed assets
- Pre-season operating capital for tourist facilities
What's excluded or restricted
- Bed and breakfast operations (as defined by the Tourism Industry Act Regulations) cannot borrow from Finance PEI
- Vehicles that do not directly contribute to the business's income or sales are not eligible
How applying works
Effort: moderateYou must contact the Commercial and Resource Lending Division directly as no online application form is stated. You will need to provide proof of licensing, asset valuations, and project details.
- 01Verify you hold a valid tourism establishment license and are not a bed and breakfast.
- 02Ensure your project meets the 2.5-star Canada Select rating requirement (for lodging) and has at least three units.
- 03Contact the Commercial and Resource Lending Division of Finance PEI at 902-368-6200 or financepei@gov.pe.ca.
- 04Submit your business plan, asset valuations, and proof of licensing for review.
- 05Negotiate terms including interest rate and amortization period (max 20 years for long-term).
Who to ask: Commercial and Resource Lending Division, 2nd Floor, 94 Euston Street, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7M8; Phone: 902-368-6200; Fax: 902-368-6201; Email: financepei@gov.pe.ca
Before you apply
Your lender will want to see what the money buys
A written quote for the project makes your application concrete and shows the lender exactly where the money goes. BBN Labs works with you on this: we prepare a quote for the work this program funds — scope, costs and timelines you can put straight into your application. Free, no obligation.
Get my quote for this program →Documents commonly required
- Valid tourism establishment license under the Tourism Industry Act Regulations.
- Proof of 2.5-star Canada Select Accommodation Rating (for lodging projects).
- Business plan detailing the expansion, construction, or operating needs.
- Asset valuations or purchase agreements for the fixed assets being financed.
How BBN Labs helps
- BBN designs modern signage and storefront visuals, coordinating qualified partners so your expansion stands out to passing tourists.
- BBN builds your website and online booking engine, a natural companion to the capital project this loan funds, turning your expanded venue into direct reservations.
- BBN sets up Local SEO and Google Business Profile optimization so visitors searching for PEI experiences can find your updated venue.
- BBN adds digital marketing and loyalty follow-up as complementary projects alongside your loan-funded expansion, helping extend the season and bring guests back.
- Long-term loan paperwork is complex; BBN helps you manage the steps and deadlines so you avoid costly mistakes.
What to know before you count on it
- Interest rates are not published so confirm on the official page.
- Lodging projects must have a minimum of three units and achieve a 2.5-star Canada Select rating to qualify for capital financing.
- Bed and breakfasts are explicitly excluded from borrowing under this program.
- Vehicles that do not directly contribute to income or sales are ineligible.
What are your odds?
Approval depends on your business viability, licensing status, and the asset's value. This is a provincial lender so they know the local market but still require standard creditworthiness.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this loan for a bed and breakfast?
No. Bed and breakfast operations as defined by the Tourism Industry Act Regulations are explicitly excluded.
What is the maximum loan amount?
The official program page does not state a specific dollar maximum. Long-term loans are capped at 80% of the asset value. Confirm specific limits on the official page.
What is the interest rate?
The interest rate is not published. You must confirm this with Finance PEI.
Do I need a Canada Select rating?
Yes, for accommodation operations. The financed project must have a minimum 2.5-star rating under the Canada Select Accommodation Rating Program.
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