Mintage Capital Corporation

09/09/2026

A dependable chipper keeps your crew productive on every job site.

We finance commercial chippers and shredders so arborists can operate with the power and capacity their workload requires.

Sale Types:
• Dealer
• Private
• Auction Sales

Types of Deals:
• Purchase (up to 90% of value)
• Sales Leaseback (Equity Takeout) (2:1 ratio)
• Service Refinance (2:1 ratio)

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09/07/2026

This Labour Day, we celebrate the hardworking Albertans who keep our communities moving, our businesses growing, and our province strong.

🍁 What Labour Day represents in Alberta

Labour Day is a time to recognize:
The hard work of Albertans across all industries and professions
The contributions of tradespeople, construction workers, farmers, transportation workers, business owners, and employees
The importance of fair wages, safe workplaces, reasonable working hours, and workers' rights
The role that workers have played in building Alberta's communities and economy
The transition from summer into the fall work season

We hope you have a wonderful day!

09/07/2026

09/04/2026

Equipment Financing: Get What You Need Without Killing Your Cash Flow

For most owner-operators and small businesses, equipment is the engine of revenue. Without the right truck, excavator, skid steer, or specialized tool, you can’t take on the jobs that grow your business. However, buying equipment outright ties up capital you need for operations, payroll, and unexpected costs.

Equipment financing through Mintage Capital gives you access to the assets you need while keeping your cash flow intact. Instead of a large upfront purchase, you make structured lease payments that work around your business’s revenue cycle. Moreover, because leasing is structured as an operating expense, you can generally deduct 100% of your payments; a meaningful tax advantage compared to a traditional loan.

What sets Mintage Capital apart:
• All credit types considered including owner-operators rebuilding after a tough year
• Flexible terms structured around your revenue cycle, not a bank’s standard model
• New and used equipment, dealer and private sale, auction purchases, and sale-leaseback arrangements
• Wide range of eligible assets: semi-trucks, flatdecks, excavators, picker trucks, tow trucks, and more

Equipment financing is one of the most effective tools available for small business growth in Canada today. Learn more about Mintage Capital’s equipment leasing options.

09/02/2026

Congratulations to Gener & Marry Hebiawith on the purchase of your 2021 International Lonestar!

Thank you for choosing us to be part of your journey. We’re excited to see GMH Transport Ltd continue to grow and look forward to watching all the miles and success ahead!

Congratulations, and thank you for trusting us with your business!

08/31/2026

Whether you’re moving dirt, debris, or aggregate, we help business secure the trucks that keep projects running smoothly.

Sale Types:
• Dealer
• Private
• Auction Sales

Types of Deals:
• Purchase (up to 90% of value)
• Sales Leaseback (Equity Takeout) (2:1 ratio)
• Service Refinance (2:1 ratio)

08/28/2026

The 2026 Reality for Canadian Small Businesses

The numbers are sobering. Canada is currently experiencing what the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) calls an “entrepreneurial drought.” Business closures have outpaced new business starts since early 2024, the worst stretch for entrepreneurs outside of the pandemic. Over 70% of small business owners report they don’t feel confident that the federal government has their back.

The challenges are layered. U.S. tariffs have disrupted supply chains and squeezed margins across trucking, construction, manufacturing, and trades. Inflation remains the top obstacle cited by business owners in Statistics Canada’s Q1 2026 survey. Meanwhile, over 20% of Canadian small businesses identify cash flow as a primary concern heading into 2026.

Here’s the critical insight: in this environment, the instinct to hold back and conserve cash can actually hurt you more than it helps. The businesses that are winning right now are the ones deploying capital strategically investing in equipment, operations, and protection rather than waiting for conditions to improve on their own.

The question isn’t whether to invest. It’s how to do it without draining your working capital or locking yourself into rigid bank terms that don’t fit the way you work.

08/26/2026

Midweek Momentum

It’s Wednesday — the week is moving, and so are you! 🚛💨

Whether you’re looking to add another truck, upgrade your equipment, or take on your next big project, having the right financing in place can help keep your business moving forward.

At Mintage Capital Corporation, we work with businesses of all sizes to find flexible commercial vehicle and equipment financing solutions that fit their needs.

Because big goals don’t wait for Monday. 😉

08/24/2026

Moving timber efficiently is key to profitability.

We offer lease financing for log trucks, trailers, and transport equipment built for real forestry workloads.

Sale Types:
• Dealer
• Private
• Auction Sales

Types of Deals:
• Purchase (up to 90% of value)
• Sales Leaseback (Equity Takeout) (2:1 ratio)
• Service Refinance (2:1 ratio)

08/21/2026

How Smart Financing Helps Small Businesses Stay Competitive

Canada’s small businesses are under real pressure right now. More businesses closed than opened in each of the last six consecutive quarters. Trade uncertainty, rising costs, and tight cash flow have created the toughest environment for entrepreneurs since the pandemic. Yet the businesses that are surviving and growing share one thing in common: they’re using financing strategically, not just as a last resort.

For owner-operators, contractors, and self-employed business owners across Canada, the right financing tools can mean the difference between standing still and moving forward. Mintage Capital offers three products built specifically for the way small businesses actually operate: equipment financing, capital term loans, and payment protection.

Each Friday in this series, we will break down how each product works, who it’s designed for, and why more Canadian business owners are turning to independent brokers instead of banks to get the financing they need.