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Indian Business Corporation Services
Last Update: October 27, 2025
BC, Canada
Loans for First Nations' businesses in British Columbia
Loans and Capital investments
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Up to 10% of project cost
Timeline
- Unspecified
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Overview
Loans for agriculture and live stock purchases, heavy equipment and machinery, and other viable business opportunities.
Activities funded
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 130,000
Purchasing organic seeds and livestock for sustainable agriculture
$ 25,000
Implementing advanced irrigation systems for local community gardens
$ 150,000
Purchasing heavy machinery for expanding dairy farming operations
$ 35,000
Creating a beekeeping operation for local honey production
$ 50,000
Developing an urban farming initiative for local food production
$ 200,000
Upgrading equipment for family-owned organic farm operations
Eligibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the venture's financial and technical standing.
- The venture must have a minimum owner equity of 10%, with at least half in cash equity.
- The venture must demonstrate technical and financial viability.
- All loan collateral must be free and clear of liens.
- Credit rating must be acceptable to IBC, with no outstanding judgments or collections.
How to apply
1
Review Eligibility Criteria
- Ensure your business meets the owner equity and collateral requirements specified by IBC.
- Verify that your credit rating is acceptable and that all past credit issues are resolved.
2
Gather Required Documentation
- Prepare a BCR regarding IBC reserve access.
- Draft a comprehensive Business Plan or Outline, if applicable.
3
Download Application Form
- Visit the IBC webpage.
- Download the printable application form available in PDF format.
4
Complete Application Form
- Fill out the downloaded application form thoroughly and accurately.
- Review all information for completeness and correctness.
5
Submit Application
- Submit the completed application form along with all required documents to the designated IBC point of contact.
- Ensure submission is made before any specified deadlines.
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