For some Gen Yers, the call to be their own boss is much stronger than working for someone else.

The drive may be there, but given their age and sometimes scant credit history, the money to start a business may not. An effort launched by some of Canada's credit unions is hoping to meet Gen Yers where there are with their dreams of becoming entrepreneurs.

Through the "Remarkable Micro-Loan" program, 45 credit unions in British Columbia are asking young adults ages 18 to 29 to share their business ideas and goals. Those with the best ideas will be rewarded with a micro-loan up to $5,000.

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