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CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program
Support for Métis community economic development
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Ocînâs (Community) Program from the Clarence Campeau Development Fund supports Métis communities through targeted funding and support. Corporations controlled by Métis Citizens can access up to 75% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $10,000 over the lifetime of the contribution.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- For new Economic Development Corporations: review of corporate structure, establishment of a board of directors, governance training, asset inventory, development of a community profile, defining investment criteria, incorporation, and development bylaws.
- For existing Economic Development Corporations: strategic planning, financial management standards training, accounting system set-up and training, financial reporting and internal controls, policy manual development, human resources support, broker fees, and legal fees. Strategic planning is available every 5 years.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Corporations controlled by Métis Citizens.
Eligible expenses
- Broker fees.
- Legal fees.
How to apply
- Download the Start-Up Community Economic Development Application.
- Download the Existing Community Economic Development Application.
- Fill out the information.
Processing and Agreement
- A CCDF business advisor will be in contact with you.
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- CCDF — Business Development ProgramInterest-free financing for Métis entrepreneurs
- CCDF — Business Plan ProgramFunding for business plan development support
- CCDF — Business Support ProgramProfessional business support for Métis entrepreneurs
- CCDF — Community Business Development ProgramSupport for Métis business development
- CCDF — Major Business Development ProgramFinancing for large-scale Métis business opportunities
- CCDF — Management Skills ProgramSupport for Métis business management training
- CCDF — Métis Entrepreneur Equity ProgramEquity support for Métis entrepreneurs
- CCDF — Métis Youth Micro-Loan and Grant ProgramFinancing support for Métis youth entrepreneurs
- CCDF — Women’s Business Development ProgramInterest-free financing for Métis women entrepreneurs
- CCDF — Youth Business Development ProgramInterest-free financing for Métis youth entrepreneurs
Frequently Asked Questions about the CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program Program
What is the CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program?
The Ocînâs (Community) Program from the Clarence Campeau Development Fund supports Métis communities through targeted funding and support. Corporations controlled by Métis Citizens can access up to 75% of eligible costs, to a maximum of $10,000 over the lifetime of the contribution.
How much funding can be received?
CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $10,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program program?
To be eligible for the CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program program, you must:
The corporation must be controlled by Métis Citizens.
What expenses are eligible under CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program?
For new Economic Development Corporations: review of corporate structure, establishment of a board of directors, governance training, asset inventory, development of a community profile, defining investment criteria, incorporation, and development bylaws.
For existing Economic Development Corporations: strategic planning, financial management standards training, accounting system set-up and training, financial reporting and internal controls, policy manual development, human resources support, broker fees, and legal fees. Strategic planning is available every 5 years.
Who can I contact for more information about the CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program?
You can contact Government of Saskatchewan.
Where is the CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program available?
The CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program program is available across Canada.
Is the CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CCDF — Ocînâs (Community) Program is a Grant and Funding