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Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services

Business loans for Treaty Seven Members (Alberta)
Community Futures Treaty Seven
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Alberta, Canada

Overview

Loans of up to $25,000 to start or grow a business with a viable business plan.

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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 : 25,000 $
  • Up to 10% of project cost
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Alberta
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

This grant supports businesses owned by Treaty Seven Members to establish or expand their operations, ultimately aiming to increase employment within their communities. Eligible projects include those that have viable business plans and have been declined by traditional financial institutions.

  • Establishment of new businesses that facilitate employment growth among Treaty Seven Members.
  • Expansion of existing businesses that demonstrate potential for increased revenue and employment.
  • Businesses with community support as demonstrated by a Band Council Resolution (for on-reserve businesses).

Eligibility

Who is not eligible

This grant program has specific restrictions for ineligible businesses and industries. The ineligibility is primarily focused on ensuring alignment with community and economic objectives.

  • Agriculture loans, specifically in ranching and farming, are not eligible.

Eligible expenses

This loan fund targets the development and expansion of businesses that are owned by Treaty Seven Members, with an emphasis on fostering long-term employment opportunities for those members. Eligible activities focus on various business projects except for agriculture-related ones.

  • Establishment of new businesses owned by at least 51% Treaty Seven Members.
  • Expansion projects for existing businesses owned by Treaty Seven Members.
  • Business projects that can demonstrate community support and potential for long-term employment creation.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant supports businesses located on and off reserve to cater to Treaty Seven Members. It focuses on providing financial support to those within the Treaty Seven area.

  • Businesses located on reserve within the Treaty Seven area.
  • Businesses located off reserve but still within the Treaty Seven jurisdiction.

Contacts

403-251-9242

Frequently Asked Questions about the Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services. 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 Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services?

Loans of up to $25,000 to start or grow a business with a viable business plan.

How much funding can be received?

Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services Funds up to 10% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services program?

To be eligible for the Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services program, you must: Business must be at least 51% owned by Treaty Seven Members. All loans require equity of 10% (or proof of sweat equity). Must provide proof of decline from traditional financial institution.

What expenses are eligible under Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services?

This grant supports businesses owned by Treaty Seven Members to establish or expand their operations, ultimately aiming to increase employment within their communities. Eligible projects include those that have viable business plans and have been declined by traditional financial institutions. Establishment of new businesses that facilitate employment growth among Treaty Seven Members. Expansion of existing businesses that demonstrate potential for increased revenue and employment. Businesses with community support as demonstrated by a Band Council Resolution (for on-reserve businesses).

Who can I contact for more information about the Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services?

You can contact Community Futures Treaty Seven or by phone at 403-251-9242.

Where is the Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services available?

The Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services program is available the province of Alberta.

Is the Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Community Futures Treaty Seven — Lending Services is a Loans and Capital investments