Why Businesses Choose Avant
Whether you run a restaurant, a retail shop, a service business, or something in between, Avant gives you modern payment options without the stress, delays, or hidden fees that usually come with payment processing.
Fair and Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees, no confusing line items, and no surprise rate changes. You always know exactly what you are paying.
Surcharging Expertise
We help you accept credit cards at zero cost with fully compliant surcharging programs. You keep your entire sale amount.
24/7 Dedicated Local Support
We help you accept credit cards at zero cost with fully compliant surcharging programs. You keep your entire sale amount.
Reliable Modern Terminals
From wireless terminals to full point-of-sale systems, we provide hardware that is fast, dependable, and easy for your team to use.
Fast Onboarding
Most merchants can get approved and set up quickly. We handle the process so you can begin accepting payments right away.
No Pressure, No Gimmicks
We do not use aggressive sales tactics or complicated contracts. Our solutions are designed to make sense, not trap you.
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Who We Work Best With
Local Small and Medium Businesses
Restaurants, cafés, retailers, service providers, trades, salons, health services, and more.
Businesses Reducing Payment Costs
Our surcharging programs and fair pricing help merchants significantly lower or eliminate their credit card fees.
Businesses That Value Real Support
If you want clear communication and fast solutions, our team is the right fit.
Frequently asked questions
We focus on fair pricing, fast support, and honest communication. You get local Ottawa help, clear answers, and reliable hardware without the long wait times or confusing fees common with large processors.
Yes. Canadian businesses (except in Québec) can legally add a surcharge to credit card payments. The surcharge must be clearly disclosed before the transaction, must appear on the receipt, and cannot exceed the merchant’s actual cost of processing the payment. Debit transactions cannot be surcharged.
No. We believe in flexibility. Our goal is to keep merchants through good service, not through restrictive terms or penalties.
Most merchants can be approved and onboarded quickly. Setup depends on the type of hardware you choose, but we aim to make the process smooth and fast.
Yes. We specialize in compliant surcharging programs that allow you to accept credit cards at zero cost. You keep your full sale amount, and customers see the surcharge clearly at checkout.
We support restaurants, cafés, retail shops, salons, service businesses, trades, wellness clinics, small offices, and many more. If your business accepts debit or credit cards, we can help.
Local Ottawa support. You can reach us directly for help, and merchants never get trapped in a long call-center queue. We aim to resolve issues quickly so your business keeps running.
Yes. No hidden monthly fees, no unnecessary add-ons, and no unexplained rate changes. You always know exactly what you are paying.
Yes. From secure e-commerce payments to online invoicing and recurring billing, we offer modern solutions for businesses that need to accept payments online.
Yes. We work closely with local businesses and provide support directly from Ottawa. You get real help from people in your community. We are your best choice for payment processing in Ottawa.
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Your business deserves clarity, fairness, and support. We deliver all three.