JEDI — Indigenous Business Incubator Program
Canada
Training and support for Indigenous startups
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Expert Advice
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- Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)
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Access weekly training sessions, business coaching and mentorship, Indigenous guest speakers, connections to financial resources and advice on raising capital for your new or early-stage business.
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There are project and activities eligible for the JEDI Indigenous Business Incubator Program grant:
- Weekly training sessions
- Business coaching
- Instruction in business fundamentals
- Mentorship from successful entrepreneurs
- Networking events
- Development resources
- Connections to financial resources
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$10,000
Toronto
Setting up a business incubator for young Indigenous entrepreneurs in Toronto.
$5,000
Vancouver
Establishing a digital marketing strategy for a new Indigenous craft business.
$10,000
Ottawa
Launching a mobile app for Indigenous language learning.
$8,000
Calgary
Opening an Indigenous-owned cafe in Calgary with sustainable practices.
$5,000
Montreal
Developing a social media campaign to promote Indigenous tourism in Montreal.
$7,000
Winnipeg
Launching a line of Indigenous-inspired fashion accessories in Winnipeg.
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Eligible types of companies for the JEDI Indigenous Business Incubator Program include:
- New and early-stage businesses
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Eligible expenses for the JEDI Indigenous Business Incubator Program include but are not limited to:
- Business training materials
- Marketing and advertising costs
- Professional services (e.g., accounting, legal)
- Technology and software purchases
- Travel expenses related to training or business development
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There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The evaluation and selection criteria are:
- Alignment with program objectives
- Demonstrated business potential
- Commitment to completing the program
- Evidence of Indigenous ownership or control
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- Step 1: Contact JEDI Indigenous Business Incubator Program
- Contact the program via email at info@jedinb.ca or by phone at 1-506-444-5650 for more information.
- You can also reach out through the toll-free number at 1-888-884-9870.
Apply to this program
