grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|timelineUnspecified
grant_single|financingType
Loans and Capital investments
Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Manufacturing
grant_single|grantors
  • Government of British Columbia
  • Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation (BC)
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Access free, one-on-one business advice on planning, market research, operation and financial management, human resources and more.

grant_single_labels|projects

For this grant, eligible projects or activities include:
  • Business planning for startup, expansion, and export
  • Market research analysis
  • Marketing and promotion
  • Financing
  • Operations and expansion strategies
  • Financial and cash-flow management
  • Human resources planning
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$9,000

Ottawa
Launch a promotional campaign to increase visibility for a social enterprise

$7,000

Calgary
Startup business planning and initial market research for a tech company

$6,000

Montreal
Create financial management workshops for small businesses

$6,500

Halifax
Implement employee development programs to enhance skills at a cooperative

$8,000

Toronto
Develop a comprehensive marketing strategy to boost brand awareness

$8,000

Vancouver
Conduct comprehensive market research to expand market reach

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility criteria include:
  • Indigenous entrepreneurs seeking business support and advice.
  • Interested in business planning, market research, financing, and expansion strategies.
  • Operating on- or off-reserve businesses or joint ventures.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

There are eligible types of companies for this grant. Indigenous entrepreneurs seeking business startup or expansion support, partnerships, and planning assistance are eligible.
  • Indigenous entrepreneurs looking to start or expand their businesses
  • Businesses on and off-reserve seeking support for market research, marketing, financing, and operations strategies
  • Companies interested in joint ventures and small business development

grant_single_labels|criteria

The Indigenous Business Advisory Centres have specific evaluation and selection criteria for their grants. Applicants are assessed based on the following criteria:
  • Business viability and sustainability
  • Relevance of the business to Indigenous community development
  • Demonstrated need for advisory support
  • Clear business plan and goals
  • Potential for economic impact

grant_single_labels|register

  • Contact the Northeast Aboriginal Business Centre in Fort St. John, the Kootenay Aboriginal Development Agency in Cranbrook, or the Prince George Aboriginal Business Development Centre in Prince George for business development information.
  • Discuss your business idea or seek advice on business startup or expansion with the qualified staff at these centers.

grant_single_labels|contact

irrinfo@gov.bc.ca
250 785-1870
Apply to this program