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BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan
Loan for Indigenous entrepreneurs
Last Update: May 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 350,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Get access to financing of up to $350,000 and help connecting with experts to grow or scale your business.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Growing or scaling an Indigenous business.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous entrepreneurs in Canada.
Eligible expenses
- Business financing to support growth or scaling.
- Support for cash flow through preferred loan terms.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for BDC's Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan:
- A portion of the interest paid on the loan can be directed to a registered charity of your choice, allowing you to support community initiatives.
- BDC has a longstanding partnership with organizations such as NACCA, CCAB, and Futurpreneur to provide comprehensive support beyond financial loans.
- BDC's head office is located on unceded Indigenous lands, underlining their commitment to reconciliation and respect for Indigenous communities.
- The loan includes flexible repayment terms designed specifically to help protect your business's cash flow.
Frequently Asked Questions about the BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan Program
What is the BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan?
Get access to financing of up to $350,000 and help connecting with experts to grow or scale your business.
How much funding can be received?
BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan Funds up to $350,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan program?
To be eligible for the BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan program, you must:
The applicant must be an Indigenous entrepreneur or business in Canada.
What expenses are eligible under BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan?
Growing or scaling an Indigenous business.
Who can I contact for more information about the BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan?
You can contact Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Where is the BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan available?
The BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan program is available across Canada.
Is the BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan a grant, loan, or tax credit?
BDC Financing — Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan is a Loans and Capital investments