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Aboriginal Business Loans — General

Loans for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Atlantic Canada
Ulnooweg
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

Get a loan of up to $750,000 to start, expand or improve your Indigenous-owned business in Atlantic Canada.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
  • Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Construction
  • Other services (except public administration)
Location
  • Nova Scotia
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
  • Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Youth (<40)
  • Women

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

This grant supports a variety of projects focused on promoting the growth and sustainability of Indigenous businesses. The eligible activities include support for business planning, marketing, and expansion efforts.

  • Development of business plans, marketing plans, and feasibility studies.
  • Support for business establishment, expansion, or acquisition.
  • Funding for local, domestic, or export-oriented marketing initiatives.
  • Assistance with new product or process development.
  • Integration of technology to enhance operations and competitiveness.
  • Provision of financial services, business support, business-related training, and mentoring services.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for the ABFP program include individuals of Canadian Indigenous status or non-status, Métis or Inuit heritage (on or off reserve), living and operating their businesses within the Atlantic provinces. Indigenous business and financial organizations, as well as development corporations are also eligible for contributions.

Who is not eligible

There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for the grant. Indigenous businesses and financial organizations, as well as development corporations, are eligible for contributions.

  • Non-Indigenous businesses
  • Businesses operating outside the Atlantic provinces

Eligible expenses

This grant provides non-repayable contributions to support the development and growth of Indigenous businesses. The eligible projects span across planning, establishment, marketing, and support services.

  • Development of business plans, marketing plans, and feasibility studies.
  • Establishment, expansion, or acquisition of businesses.
  • Local, domestic, or export-oriented marketing initiatives.
  • New product or process development.
  • Adding technology to improve operations and competitiveness.
  • Financial services, business support, business-related training, and mentoring services.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is targeted at businesses that are situated within specified regions to promote regional economic growth. Eligible geographical areas are clearly defined to support Indigenous entrepreneurs across various locations.

  • Businesses operating within the Atlantic provinces of Canada.

Additional information

Additional relevant details for Ulnooweg's Aboriginal Business Financing Program and other funding programs include:

  • Ulnooweg focuses specifically on supporting Atlantic Indigenous entrepreneurs.
  • The financing programs are designed to not negatively impact other local businesses and to complement other support services.
  • Programs are tailored with sensitivity to the needs of Indigenous entrepreneurs, including women and youth.
  • Offerings are adaptable to meet diverse needs, providing flexibility in financing options.
  • Continued support is provided regardless of application outcomes, ensuring ongoing business development.
  • Loan programs focus on establishing a credit rating for applicants, aiding long-term financial viability.
  • Micro Lending and Women & Youth Lending programs have minimal security requirements, allowing easier access to financial support.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Aboriginal Business Loans — General Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Aboriginal Business Loans — General. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Aboriginal Business Loans — General?

Get a loan of up to $750,000 to start, expand or improve your Indigenous-owned business in Atlantic Canada.

How much funding can be received?

Aboriginal Business Loans — General Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Aboriginal Business Loans — General program?

To be eligible for the Aboriginal Business Loans — General program, you must: Eligible applicants are individuals of Canadian Indigenous status or non-status, Metis or Inuit Heritage (on or off reserve), living and operating their businesses within the Atlantic provinces. Indigenous business and financial organizations, as well as development corporations, are also eligible for contributions.

What expenses are eligible under Aboriginal Business Loans — General?

This grant supports a variety of projects focused on promoting the growth and sustainability of Indigenous businesses. The eligible activities include support for business planning, marketing, and expansion efforts. Development of business plans, marketing plans, and feasibility studies. Support for business establishment, expansion, or acquisition. Funding for local, domestic, or export-oriented marketing initiatives. Assistance with new product or process development. Integration of technology to enhance operations and competitiveness. Provision of financial services, business support, business-related training, and mentoring services.

Where is the Aboriginal Business Loans — General available?

The Aboriginal Business Loans — General program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Is the Aboriginal Business Loans — General a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Aboriginal Business Loans — General is a Loans and Capital investments

Who are the financial supporters of the Aboriginal Business Loans — General?

Aboriginal Business Loans — General is funded by Ulnooweg

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