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Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program - Access to Capital
Indigenous Services Canada / NACCA · Indigenous
In plain language
Non-repayable equity contribution for Indigenous entrepreneurs: up to $99,999 individuals, up to $250K for community-owned businesses. Accessed through local Indigenous Financial Institution (Ulnooweg in Atlantic Canada). Usually combined with an Ulnooweg loan to cover the rest of project cost.
Realistic range
$10,000 – $250,000
Avg award
$40,000
Max advertised
$250,000
Cost share
75%
Accessibility
4 / 5
Effort
3 / 5
Deadline
Continuous intake
Repayable?
No
Who qualifies
Entity types
Incorporated, Sole Prop, Indigenous ORG, Coop
Sectors
Any sector
Regions
NL Wide
Demographics prioritized
Indigenous
What you'll have to report
Business plan, quotes, post-project financials.
Stacks well with
Delivered through IFIs like Ulnooweg; often stacked with Ulnooweg loan on same project.