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Indigenous Pathfinder Service
Advisory service for Indigenous agriculture support
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened July 9, 2024
Location
Canada
Overview
The Indigenous Pathfinder Service from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada supports First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and organizations, including businesses and non-profit associations, to start or expand agriculture and agri-food activities. It offers advice on next steps, referrals to AAFC experts, help connecting with federal support, and follow-up on progress.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and organizations
- Businesses and non-profit associations
Additional information
- An AAFC advisor can suggest next steps, explain AAFC funding programs and services, refer you to the right AAFC expert, help connect you with other federal support, and follow your progress.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Pathfinder Service Program
What is the Indigenous Pathfinder Service?
The Indigenous Pathfinder Service from Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada supports First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and organizations, including businesses and non-profit associations, to start or expand agriculture and agri-food activities. It offers advice on next steps, referrals to AAFC experts, help connecting with federal support, and follow-up on progress.
Who is eligible for the Indigenous Pathfinder Service program?
To be eligible for the Indigenous Pathfinder Service program, you must:
First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals and organizations are eligible.
Businesses and non-profit associations are eligible.
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Pathfinder Service?
You can contact Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) by email at aafc.indigenouspathfinder-explorateurautochtone.aac@agr.gc.ca or by phone at 1-866-367-8506.
Where is the Indigenous Pathfinder Service available?
The Indigenous Pathfinder Service program is available across Canada.
Is the Indigenous Pathfinder Service a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigenous Pathfinder Service is a Expert Advice
Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Pathfinder Service?
Indigenous Pathfinder Service is funded by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)