Indigenous & Rural Business Funding
Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program and NACCA Canada-wide
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Funding amount
up to $500,000
Deadline
Rolling, apply anytime
Region
Canada-wide
Funder type
Federal Government
For
Businesses
Eligible organizations
Indigenous Entrepreneurs, Rural Businesses
About this program
Specialized funding for Indigenous entrepreneurs and rural businesses, including culturally appropriate support and flexible financing options. Includes Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program grants, NACCA business loans and advisory, and Community Futures rural support.
What this program funds
Indigenous & Rural Business Funding is offered jointly by the Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program and NACCA to support Indigenous entrepreneurs and rural businesses.
Indigenous entrepreneurs and rural businesses can apply. The program provides grants, business loans, advisory services, and rural support through its partner streams. Maximum funding available is $500,000 CAD.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline.
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