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Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program
Startup financing and mentorship for young Indigenous entrepreneurs
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000 - $ 75,000
Timeline
- Open Date : November 26, 2020
Location
Canada
Overview
The Indigenous Entrepreneur Startup Program provides up to $75,000 in startup financing for Indigenous entrepreneurs. It also supports business launch or early-stage growth with mentorship, workshops, tools, and networking opportunities across Canada.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Complete an acquisition or business transfer
- Start a business
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 75,000 $
- Minimum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : November 26, 2020
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
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting a new business.
- Buying a business.
- Launching a business in its early stage of operations.
Documents Needed
- Completed business plan
- 24-month cash flow forecast
- Government-issued identification
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous entrepreneurs.
- First Nations, Métis, and Inuit applicants.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants under 18 or over 39.
- Non-Canadian citizens or non-permanent residents.
- Businesses operating for more than two years.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Refinancing existing debt.
Eligible geographic areas
- Across Canada.
Processing and Agreement
- Submit the online application with the required documents.
- Futurpreneur reviews the application and contacts the applicant to discuss next steps.
- A credit check is carried out with authorization.
- If approved, the loan terms are set out in the loan agreement.
Additional information
- Futurpreneur offers up to two years of one-on-one mentorship.
- The program also includes business planning workshops, tools, and networking opportunities.
- Applicants can start by connecting with a dedicated team member before submitting a full application.
- Futurpreneur works with Indigenous partner organizations across Canada.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program. 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 Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program?
The Indigenous Entrepreneur Startup Program provides up to $75,000 in startup financing for Indigenous entrepreneurs. It also supports business launch or early-stage growth with mentorship, workshops, tools, and networking opportunities across Canada.
How much funding can be received?
Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program Funds up to $75,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program program?
To be eligible for the Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program program, you must:
Self-identify as Indigenous.
Age 18-39 and Canadian resident status.
New business or under two years old.
What expenses are eligible under Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program?
Starting a new business.
Buying a business.
Launching a business in its early stage of operations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program?
You can contact Futurpreneur Canada by email at info@futurpreneur.ca or by phone at 1-800-464-2923.
Where is the Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program available?
The Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Futurpreneur Canada Indigenous Program is a Partnering and Collaboration