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JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development
Money for New Brunswick First Nation entrepreneurs
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 16,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
Cover up to 50% of your business planning costs to a maximum of $8,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop an online presence
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 16,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The JEDI Aboriginal Development Fund supports economic development within First Nation communities through expert training and financing for business-related plans and activities. Eligible initiatives are aimed at enhancing business and entrepreneurial capabilities.
- Creation and development of business plans, including startup or business expansion projects.
- Development of marketing strategies to enhance business visibility and reach.
- Provision of management training to improve business administration and operations.
- Implementation of mentoring programs and ongoing business support services.
- Organization and participation in seminars and workshops focused on specific business-related topics.
- Engagement in entrepreneurial development initiatives to foster new business ideas.
- Attendance at conferences to gain knowledge and network within the business community.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
"JADF provides funding to entrepreneurs/existing businesses and communities specifically within First Nation communities of New Brunswick for the purpose of business and community economic development planning."- Entrepreneurs already operating or intending to start a business within First Nation communities in New Brunswick.
- Existing businesses located in the First Nation communities of New Brunswick seeking to expand their operations.
- Communities of First Nations in New Brunswick looking for funding to plan economic development initiatives.
Who is not eligible
Some types of companies are not eligible for the JEDI Aboriginal Development Fund grant. Specifically, companies involved in activities such as management, administration, communications, or evaluations, or those dealing with land, vehicles, vessels, or inventory costs are not eligible.
- Companies engaged in management, administration, communication, or evaluation activities.
- Companies dealing with land, vehicles, vessels, or inventory costs are not eligible.
Eligible expenses
The JEDI Aboriginal Development Fund supports economic development projects that assist entrepreneurs and First Nation communities in New Brunswick. Eligible projects focus on business planning, skill development, and community economic strategies.
- Business plans for start-ups or expansions.
- Development of marketing plans.
- Management training programs.
- Mentoring programs and ongoing business support.
- Seminars and workshops on specific business topics.
- Entrepreneurship development initiatives.
- Participation in relevant conferences.
- Community economic development planning.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is specifically available to entities within New Brunswick, focusing on First Nation communities. The eligible geographical area is limited to ensure support for regional economic development initiatives.
- First Nation communities in New Brunswick.
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The JADF operates on a reimbursement basis only, with claim eligibility for costs incurred up to two months prior to the proposal submission.
- Funding is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis, emphasizing the importance of timely application submissions.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development. 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 JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development?
Cover up to 50% of your business planning costs to a maximum of $8,000.
How much funding can be received?
JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $16,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development program?
To be eligible for the JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development program, you must:
The applicant must be part of a First Nation community in New Brunswick.
The project must focus on business or community economic development.
What expenses are eligible under JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development?
The JEDI Aboriginal Development Fund supports economic development within First Nation communities through expert training and financing for business-related plans and activities. Eligible initiatives are aimed at enhancing business and entrepreneurial capabilities. Creation and development of business plans, including startup or business expansion projects.
Development of marketing strategies to enhance business visibility and reach.
Provision of management training to improve business administration and operations.
Implementation of mentoring programs and ongoing business support services.
Organization and participation in seminars and workshops focused on specific business-related topics.
Engagement in entrepreneurial development initiatives to foster new business ideas.
Attendance at conferences to gain knowledge and network within the business community.
Who can I contact for more information about the JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development?
You can contact Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) by email at info@jedinb.ca or by phone at 1-506-444-5650.
Where is the JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development available?
The JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development a grant, loan, or tax credit?
JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — Business and Entrepreneurship Development is a Grant and Funding