Canna-Business Revolving Loan Fund

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Bond Authorization

Connecticut Public Act 21-1 authorized up to $50 million in general obligation bonds for the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) and the Social Equity Council (SEC) to jointly use for the following purposes:

  • Low-interest loans to social equity applicants, municipalities, or non-profits to rehabilitate, renovate, or develop unused or underused real property for use as a cannabis establishment.
  • Capital to social equity applicants seeking to start or maintain a cannabis establishment.
  • Development funds or ongoing CBRLF for the cannabis business accelerator program.
  • Development funds or ongoing expenses for the workforce training programs developed by the SEC.

Workforce Development

The Social Equity Council is pleased to formally announce our partnership with Southern Connecticut State University's Cannabis Training Program. The program is hosted by Green Flower and is the world's most comprehensive, on-demand training platform, built specifically for cannabis professionals. SCSU is offering the following courses:

  • Cannabis Cultivation Specialist – Master growing techniques for indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse environments
  • Cannabis Product Development Specialist – Learn sourcing, formulation, testing, and packaging of cannabis products
  • Cannabis Retail & Sales Specialist – Gain expertise in retail operations, brand sales, and compliance
  • Cannabis Compliance Specialist – Focus on regulatory and operational compliance across the industry
  • Medical Cannabis Specialist – Provide science-based education for patients and providers
  • Cannabis Associate Certificate – An 8-week overview of all major cannabis industry sectors

Eligible applicants for this scholarship program are:

  • Social Equity Entrepreneurs
  • Employees of Equity Joint Ventures
  • Residents of our target disproportionately impacted areas (Bridgeport, Danbury, Hartford, East Hartford, Meriden, New Britain, New Haven, East Haven, West Haven, New London, Norwich, Windham, Norwalk, Stamford, Waterbury)

The application portal is currently open for the September 1st classes. To learn more about the program click here. To apply for the scholarship visit.

Additional Programs will be offered this Fall.