First Peoples Economic Growth Fund – Skills Development Program
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
MN, Canada
Financial support for Manitoba First Nation business training
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- grant_single|timelineUnspecified
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Management of companies and enterprises
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
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- First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Inc. (FPEGF)
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grant_card_status|open
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Get up to 75% of the course costs (tuition, workshop fees and books) for business readiness training that will help develop your management and marketing skills.
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This grant provides financial support specifically for business management skills development to help First Nations entrepreneurs enhance their management and marketing capabilities. The funding is structured to cover a major portion of direct educational expenses.
- Funding covers up to 75% of approved direct course costs, which include tuition, workshop fees, and books.
- The financial support is strictly allocated to course-related expenses and does not cover living expenses.
- The program funds are not to be used for financing degrees or certificate acquisition.
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This program aids efforts to rapidly equip First Nations entrepreneurs with essential business readiness skills. The focus is on enhancing entrepreneurs' abilities in management and marketing through targeted training initiatives.
- Training programs with qualified trainers for First Nation entrepreneurs in business management skills.
- Workshops aimed at developing marketing strategies for First Nation business owners.
- On-the-job training activities tailored to the specific needs of entrepreneurs managing First Nation-owned businesses.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 5,062
Enroll in a leadership training program at Montreal School of Management
$ 4,500
Complete an advanced management course at Toronto University's School of Business
$ 3,000
Enroll in an entrepreneurship workshop at Halifax Business School
$ 3,000
Participate in a marketing workshop at Vancouver Marketing Institute
$ 3,750
Attend a digital marketing course at Calgary Marketing Academy
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Eligibility for this grant requires applicants to meet specific criteria related to the course and training provider.
- Applicants must submit an application that includes the purpose of the course, a course outline, and a detailed budget.
- Applicants should have approached other First Nation educational funding agencies prior to applying to the Fund.
- Training must be provided through qualified trainers or organizations that have been approved by the Fund.
- The training must be specific to business management and not relate to occupational training unrelated to management and marketing skills.
- On-the-job training may be eligible if it aligns with the needs of a First Nation-owned business entrepreneur or manager.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
This grant is designed for First Nations entrepreneurs who are seeking to improve their management and marketing skills through rapid business readiness training. Eligible applicants include both new and existing entrepreneurs from First Nations communities. They must seek specific business management training from qualified trainers or organizations approved by the Fund. Additionally, applicants are encouraged to approach other First Nation educational funding agencies before applying to this program. The primary focus of the training should be on developing management and marketing skills, rather than occupational training unrelated to these areas. The grant supports up to 75% of direct course costs, including tuition, workshop fees, and books, but does not cover living expenses or the acquisition of a degree or certificate. On-the-job training that aligns with the needs of a First Nation-owned business entrepreneur or manager may also qualify for this program.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
Some types of companies may not be eligible for this grant:
- Companies seeking funding for degree or certificate acquisition
- Companies not focused on business management or marketing skills training
- Companies not led by First Nations entrepreneurs or managers
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The Skills Development Program focuses on equipping First Nations entrepreneurs with essential management and marketing skills through targeted training opportunities. Eligible projects emphasize directly related educational courses to enhance business readiness.
- Tuition and workshop fees for business management and marketing courses.
- Educational materials, including books required for course completion.
- On-the-job training specifically tailored to First Nation-owned business needs in management and marketing.
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant.
- Applicants must submit an application with the purpose of the course, a course outline, and a detailed budget.
- Applicants should have explored other First Nation educational funding agencies before applying to the Fund.
- Training must be specific to business management skills and provided by approved trainers or organizations.
- On-the-job training may qualify if essential for the entrepreneur or manager of a First Nation-owned business.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The program is intended for rapid business readiness training.
- The funding covers up to 75% of approved costs, specifically focusing on direct course costs such as tuition, workshop fees, and books.
- Living expenses are not covered by the funding.
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