About Us

First Capital Community Development Inc. is a not for profit corporation which, in 2001, started First Capital Challenge, a business plan competition open to anyone interested in starting a business in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. After six successful years, First Capital Community Development Inc is changing its approach somewhat. Starting in September 2008, it will become a provider of loans for start-ups and growing businesses called First Capital Business Loan Fund.

First Capital Business Loan Fund is a partnership between First Capital Community Development Inc, the Kingston Economic Development Corporation (KEDCO) and Unity Savings and Credit Union.