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Grants and Funding for Indigenous Businesses and Organizations

Funding for Indigenous businesses, entrepreneurs, communities, and organizations in Canada can support enterprise development, community priorities, infrastructure, employment, innovation, partnerships, and other eligible projects. Funders may define First Nations, Inuit, and Métis applicants differently through ownership, control, governance, community mandate, location, or recognized partnerships. Confirm the applicant category first, then document the project purpose, decision-making authority, expected benefits, funding mechanism, eligible costs, and evidence required for the proposed work.

2019 programs
  • Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — CED

    Funding for First Nation development planning in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 16,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    NB, Canada
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  • Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Jobs and Growth Fund – Quebec

    Funding to support jobs and long-term growth
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Jobs and Growth Fund in Western Canada

    Funding for growth, jobs and resilience
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
    Alberta, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Jordan's Principle

    Capital support for First Nations children
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    NT, Ontario, Yukon, Canada
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  • Kakivak Association logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Kakivak Association — Makigiaqvik Loans

    Loans for Inuit business in Nunavut’s Qikiqtani Region
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 25,000 $ · Up to 8% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Retail trade, Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Nunavut, Canada
  • Kitikmeot Community Futures Incorporated (KCFI) logo
    Expert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Kitikmeot Community Futures

    Business loans and advice in Kitikmeot Region, Nunavut
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 450,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Human ResourcesBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit
    Nunavut, Canada
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  • Government of Nunavut logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Language Implementation Fund - Inuit Language Promotion and Protection (Schedule B-1)

    Supports Inuktut language promotion and revitalization initiatives in Nunavut
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Information and cultural industries, Educational services, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Nunavut, Canada
  • Laval tourism logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Laval Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Accommodations

    Funding for tourism business digital development
    Eligible Funding
    From $35,000 to $250,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Non-financial cooperative, Public or Parapublic institution
    Timeline
    Closing date : February 22, 2028
    Laval, Quebec, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Sole proprietorship, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    PE, Canada
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  • Louis Riel Capital Corporation (LRCC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    LRCC — Business Grant & Loan Program

    Financing for Red River Métis businesses in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 99,999 $ · Up to 10% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness Buyout
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship, For-profit business
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    MAC — Artists in Schools

    Arts experiences for Manitoba students
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MAC — Create

    Support for artistic creation and development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 15,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MAC — Residencies

    Support for creative residencies in Riding Mountain
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 2,500 $
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Manitoba, Canada
  • Manitoba Arts Council (MAC) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    MAC — Tour

    Support for touring arts projects in Manitoba
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 50,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • Transport Canada (TC) logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    Marine Training Program

    Marine training for underrepresented groups
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 9,000,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateHuman Resources
    BC, NS, NT, Nunavut, Canada
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  • Rupertsland Institute (RLI) logo
    Other SupportWage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    Métis Employment Services

    Wage subsidies for employers of Métis youth in Alberta
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Canada
  • Efficiency Manitoba logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Métis Energy Efficiency Offers

    Free home energy upgrades for Métis households
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Manitoba, Canada
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  • Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) logo
    Other SupportLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Métis Voyageur Development Fund (MVDF)

    Flexible financing for Ontario Métis businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Ontario, Canada
  • Métis-Dene Development Fund (MDDF) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Metis-Dene Development Fund

    Financial support for businesses in the Northwest Territories
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Business Buyout
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NT, Canada
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  • Mining Industry Human Resources Council (MiHR) logo
    Wage Subsidies And InternsOpen

    MiHR — Green Jobs

    Paid green placements in mining and clean technology
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 30,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
    Canada
  • Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Ministerial Loan Guarantee Terms and Conditions

    Guarantees housing loans on eligible First Nation lands
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-financial cooperative
    Canada
  • Montérégie Tourism logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Montérégie Tourism — EPRTNT 2025-2027 – Attractions, activities and facilities

    Funding for sustainable tourism attractions and infrastructure development
    Eligible Funding
    From $50,000 to $130,000 · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Quebec, Canada
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  • MRC de Caniapiscau logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    MRC Caniapiscau — Structuring projects

    Funding for structuring local community projects
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative
    Quebec, Canada
  • MRC de Manicouagan logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingOpen

    MRC de Manicouagan — FRR: Components 2-3

    Support for territorial development and local vitality
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Human ResourcesInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Social economy enterprise, Sole proprietorship, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
    Baie-Comeau, Pessamit, Quebec
  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation, Other services (except public administration), Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Quebec, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Museums Assistance Program (MAP)

    Funding for heritage collections and exhibitions
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    Digital Transformation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund (NADF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    NADF Financing

    Financing for Northern Ontario Indigenous business and economic development
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    All industries
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    Ontario, Canada
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  • WWF Canada (WWF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nature and climate grant program

    Supports nature-based restoration projects
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Professional, scientific and technical services, Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    BC, NB, Ontario, Quebec, Canada
  • Save Energy NB logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program

    Energy-efficient new construction in New Brunswick
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 250,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Non-profit
    NB, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    New Home Program

    Rebates for energy-efficient new home construction
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : December 31, 2027
    BC, Canada
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  • Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    New Mobility Assistance Program (NOMO) – Stream 1

    Supports sustainable mobility solutions through integrated technology and planning
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services, Health care and social assistance
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
  • Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility of Quebec logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    New Mobility Assistance Program (NOMO) – Stream 2

    Supports sustainable, connected mobility and workplace travel management initiatives
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 75,000 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Transportation and warehousing, Educational services, Health care and social assistance, Other services (except public administration)
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Financial cooperative, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise
    Quebec, Canada
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  • Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Northern Food Businesses

    Support for northern food and agriculture businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    NT, Nunavut, Yukon, Canada
  • Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, Non-financial cooperative, Social economy enterprise, For-profit business
    Canada
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  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Loans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Nova Scotia Farm Loans

    Flexible financing for Nova Scotia agriculture
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 500,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business, Sole proprietorship
    NS, Canada
  • Clean Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests program

    Fully funded tree planting support in Nova Scotia
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Construction, Manufacturing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    NS, Canada
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC) logo
    Researchers And FacilitiesPartnering and CollaborationOpen

    NRC — Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering Research Centre

    Collaborate on ocean, coastal and river engineering R&D
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Transportation and warehousing, Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    NL, Canada
  • Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    NRCAN — National Energy Systems Modelling

    Supporting national energy systems modelling for emission reductions
    Eligible Funding
    From $300,000 to $1,000,000 · Up to 100% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution, For-profit business
    Timeline
    Open Date : March 20, 2025
    Canada
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  • Government of Nunavut logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Nunavut Mine Training Fund

    Money for mine training organizations in Nunavut
    Eligible Funding
    Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Nunavut, Canada
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  • Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsOpen

    Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation — Business Financing and Advisory Services

    Financing and advisory support for Indigenous businesses
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 99,999 $ · Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Construction, Manufacturing, Retail trade, Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    NWT Arts Business Support Fund

    Funding for arts business growth in the NWT
    Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 20% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Arts, entertainment and recreation
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationInnovation
    Legal Structure
    Sole proprietorship
    NT, Canada
  • Government of Canada logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    NWT Community Greenhouse Gas Reduction Projects

    Funding for community GHG reduction projects
    Eligible Funding
    Up to 25% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Timeline
    Open Date : April 1, 2026 · Closing date : March 31, 2027
    NT, Canada
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  • Eligible Funding
    Maximum amount : 20,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting, Professional, scientific and technical services, Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Legal Structure
    Non-profit
    NL, NS, Canada
  • Olympia's Gift Scholarship Fund (OGSF) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    Olympia's Gift Scholarship Fund

    Funding for African descent students in business studies
    Eligible Funding
    From $2,500 to $5,000
    Eligible Industries
    Finance and insurance, Professional, scientific and technical services, Educational services
    Types of eligible projects
    Alberta, Ontario, Canada
  • Government of Ontario logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    OMIF — Live Music

    Supports live music events in Ontario
    Eligible Funding
    From $10,000 to $125,000 · Up to 50% of project cost
    Types of eligible projects
    Human Resources
    Legal Structure
    For-profit business
    Timeline
    Closing date : October 22, 2026
    Ontario, Canada