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Clarence Campeau Development Fund
Métis business financing and support
Funding available
$ 99,999
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
The Clarence Campeau Development Fund supports Métis entrepreneurs, Métis women, youth, and communities in Saskatchewan through financing and business development services. Its programs cover business planning, repayable and non-repayable financing, management training, and community economic development support.
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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
- Develop an online presence
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 99,999 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
- For-profit business
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
- Developing a business plan with professional consultants.
- Management skills training for Métis entrepreneurs.
- Professional support for existing CCDF clients.
- Community business development for Métis communities.
- Support for Métis Economic Development Corporations, including identifying business opportunities, capacity building, 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.
Documents Needed
- Completed Funding Application.
- Completed Personal Financial Statement for each business owner.
- Copy of MN-S Card, Saskatchewan Driver’s License, and Saskatchewan Health Card for each business owner.
- Detailed resume highlighting relevant skills, experience, and education for each business owner.
- Quotes for any costs listed on page 4 of the Funding Application, Articles of Incorporation, Business Registration, or Partnership Agreement as applicable, and three years of business financial statements if expanding an existing business.
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Métis entrepreneurs and Métis-owned businesses.
- Métis women.
- Métis youth aged 18 to 39.
- Métis communities.
- Métis Economic Development Corporations.
Eligible expenses
- Professional consultant fees for business plan development.
- Training for bookkeeping or accounting software, and bookkeeping support for one year of business operations.
- Capital costs such as land, buildings, equipment, leasehold improvements or renovations, and vehicles.
- Operating costs such as insurance, rent, utilities, and inventory.
- Marketing costs such as website, logo development, signage, and business cards.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Political bodies for political process, cultural activities, and social programs.
- Residential real estate and commercial real estate for the sole purpose of lease or rent to others.
- Contributions toward assets that can be perceived to be for personal use, such as a car or pickup truck.
- Bars, sexually exploitive businesses, pawnshops, payday loans, tobacco retailers or manufacturers, cannabis, and gambling.
- Basic farming and ranching, payment of dividends, refinancing, and restaurants in large Urban Centres; costs with a legal commitment made prior to project approval may not be eligible for CCDF and/or SMEDCO funding.
How to apply
- Download the fillable Funding Application form and fill in the required information.
- Save the completed form for your personal records.
- Email the completed application when ready to apply.
- You can also submit the application by fax, mail, or drop it off in person at the Saskatoon or Regina office.
Processing and Agreement
- CCDF and SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation may conduct credit checks, inquiries, and searches to reach a decision on the application or administer the loan.
- The applicant consents to disclosure of credit information to any credit reporting agency and to anyone with whom they have financial relations.
- The application will be reviewed and the applicant will be contacted.
Additional information
- Advisors can support applicants through the funding process.
- Some programs are tailored for women, youth, and communities.
- Training and professional support are offered for business growth.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Clarence Campeau Development Fund Program
What is the Clarence Campeau Development Fund?
The Clarence Campeau Development Fund supports Métis entrepreneurs, Métis women, youth, and communities in Saskatchewan through financing and business development services. Its programs cover business planning, repayable and non-repayable financing, management training, and community economic development support.
How much funding can be received?
Clarence Campeau Development Fund Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $99,999 per project.
Who is eligible for the Clarence Campeau Development Fund program?
To be eligible for the Clarence Campeau Development Fund program, you must:
The applicant must be of Métis ancestry and operate a business based in Saskatchewan.
Businesses funded must demonstrate viability.
What expenses are eligible under Clarence Campeau Development Fund?
Developing a business plan with professional consultants.
Management skills training for Métis entrepreneurs.
Professional support for existing CCDF clients.
Community business development for Métis communities.
Support for Métis Economic Development Corporations, including identifying business opportunities, capacity building, 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.
Who can I contact for more information about the Clarence Campeau Development Fund?
You can contact Government of Saskatchewan by email at info@ccdf-smedco.com or by phone at 1-888-657-4870.
Where is the Clarence Campeau Development Fund available?
The Clarence Campeau Development Fund program is available the province of Saskatchewan.
Is the Clarence Campeau Development Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Clarence Campeau Development Fund is a Grant and Funding