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JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program
Support to grow Indigenous businesses
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
Develop your business and entrepreneurship skills in a 10-week program, with one-on-one mentorship and access to resources to help your business grow.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop workforce skills
- Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Fredericton
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Social economy enterprise
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
The JEDI Indigenous Business Accelerator Program is designed to assist existing and community-owned Indigenous businesses by providing resources and mentorship through a structured 10-week curriculum. The program helps participants enhance their business acumen and networks, preparing them for advanced opportunities in industry and government procurement.
- Participating in weekly business development modules covering essential skills like financial management and marketing.
- Engaging in cohort projects to foster business growth and collaboration.
- Receiving guidance from mentors who are successful entrepreneurs in relevant sectors.
- Attending networking events to build connections within the Indigenous and broader business ecosystems.
- Accessing development resources and perks such as free tools and discounts.
- Creating customized business support plans tailored to each participant's needs.
- Connecting to financial resources and obtaining advice on capital raising strategies.
- Interacting with research and development organizations and business support groups for targeted support.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
The Indigenous Business Accelerator Program by the Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) is designed for existing and community-owned Indigenous businesses. Participants in this program should be Indigenous entrepreneurs or businesses that are looking to develop and expand their current business operations. The program is supported by the Government of Canada, the Government of New Brunswick, and multiple industry partners, thus businesses should likely be located in or serve the New Brunswick area in Canada. The program is ideal for those who wish to enhance their business fundamentals, engage in strategic growth through mentorship, and are seeking tools and resources to participate more robustly in advanced industry and federal procurement opportunities.Eligible expenses
The Indigenous Business Accelerator Program focuses on enhancing the skills and resources of Indigenous entrepreneurs and community-owned businesses to enable their growth and success. The program provides comprehensive support ranging from skill development to networking opportunities.
- Development of business and entrepreneurship skills through weekly modules.
- Provision of resources and templates applicable to participants' businesses.
- Expansion of networks with industry connections and support from assigned mentors.
- Participation in cohort projects to advance the company's objectives.
- Access to instruction in business fundamentals, including financial management and marketing.
- Opportunities for networking events and connections to the greater startup ecosystem.
- Creation of a customized business support plan tailored to each participant's needs.
- Mentorship from successful entrepreneurs within the same sector.
- Guidance on financial resources and capital raising.
- One-on-one sessions with key resources such as research and development organizations.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is offered by the Joint Economic Development Initiative which focuses on economic development in New Brunswick. However, specific eligible geographical areas for this grant are not explicitly mentioned in the provided context.
Additional information
Relevant additional information for applicants of the JEDI Indigenous Business Accelerator Program:
- The program is supported by both provincial and federal government entities, ensuring a wide range of resources and support.
- Participants will have the opportunity to receive customized business support plans tailored to their specific needs.
- Access to industry partners and connections to the startup ecosystem offers valuable growth opportunities.
- Participants can benefit from perks such as free tools and discounts, which are part of the support package.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator 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 JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program?
Develop your business and entrepreneurship skills in a 10-week program, with one-on-one mentorship and access to resources to help your business grow.
Who is eligible for the JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program program?
To be eligible for the JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program program, you must:
Must be an existing or Community-owned business.
What expenses are eligible under JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program?
The JEDI Indigenous Business Accelerator Program is designed to assist existing and community-owned Indigenous businesses by providing resources and mentorship through a structured 10-week curriculum. The program helps participants enhance their business acumen and networks, preparing them for advanced opportunities in industry and government procurement. Participating in weekly business development modules covering essential skills like financial management and marketing.
Engaging in cohort projects to foster business growth and collaboration.
Receiving guidance from mentors who are successful entrepreneurs in relevant sectors.
Attending networking events to build connections within the Indigenous and broader business ecosystems.
Accessing development resources and perks such as free tools and discounts.
Creating customized business support plans tailored to each participant's needs.
Connecting to financial resources and obtaining advice on capital raising strategies.
Interacting with research and development organizations and business support groups for targeted support.
Who can I contact for more information about the JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program?
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 — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program available?
The JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program?
JEDI — Indigenous Business Accelerator Program is funded by Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)