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LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program
Financing for Red River Métis women entrepreneurs
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Funding available
$ 40,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Who can apply
Businesses must be minimum 51% Red River Métis and woman owned and controlled, with valid MMF Red River Métis Citizenship Card(s)
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Overview
This program provides up to $40,000 in financing for Red River Métis women to start or expand businesses in Manitoba. It supports business start-ups and expansions through a mix of grant and loan financing.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Increase operational productivity
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Starting a new business
- Expanding an existing business
Documents Needed
- Personal Statement of Affairs
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses must be minimum 51% Red River Métis and woman owned and controlled, with valid MMF Red River Métis Citizenship Card(s)
- The principal female Red River Métis owner must be actively involved in the business on a day-to-day basis
- Businesses must be headquartered in Manitoba and at least one Red River Métis owner must be a Manitoba resident
Who is not eligible
- Bars, gambling businesses, sexually exploitative businesses, pawnshops, payday loans, and tobacco retailers or manufacturers
- Passive investments, including real estate, apartment buildings or complexes, or a business managed by someone else for the owner
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of machinery, equipment, and leasehold improvements
- Inventory and insurance
- Marketing and promotional material costs
- Other costs necessary to support the purpose of the funding
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Bars, gambling businesses, sexually exploitative businesses, pawnshops, payday loans, and tobacco retailers or manufacturers
- Passive investments, including real estate, apartment buildings or complexes, or a business managed by someone else for the owner
- Assets perceived to be for personal use, such as a car or pick-up truck, for grant funding
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Ownership structure and Métis woman ownership level
- Financial strength of the business and owners
- Type of project costs involved
- Previous grant funding, if applicable
How to apply
- Step 1
- Review the program documents and application checklist
- Prepare the required forms and supporting materials
- Step 2
- Complete the application form
- Gather proof of Métis heritage, equity, tax documents, business plan, and quotes
- Step 3
- Submit the completed application to LRCC
- Provide any additional information requested during review
- Step 4
- Wait for approval and final conditions
- Receive funding after approval and completion of requirements
Processing and Agreement
- Please allow up to 4-6 weeks for processing an application once we receive all the necessary documentation
- Failure to provide the necessary documentation and answers to questions in a timely manner will result in application processing delays
Additional information
- Approved loans have a $75 processing/admin fee.
- Applications are recommended 2 to 3 months before the project starts.
- Funding decisions may depend on financial strength and project risk.
- Approved funds may be disbursed by EFT or cheque.
Contacts
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program Program
What is the LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program?
This program provides up to $40,000 in financing for Red River Métis women to start or expand businesses in Manitoba. It supports business start-ups and expansions through a mix of grant and loan financing.
How much funding can be received?
LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program Funds up to $40,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program program?
To be eligible for the LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program program, you must:
Businesses must be minimum 51% Red River Métis and woman owned and controlled
Businesses must be headquartered in Manitoba
Applicants must have a minimum of 5% of total project costs in non-borrowed cash equity
What expenses are eligible under LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program?
Starting a new business
Expanding an existing business
Who can I contact for more information about the LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program?
You can contact Louis Riel Capital Corporation (LRCC) by email at info@lrcc.mb.ca or by phone at 204-589-0772.
Where is the LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program available?
The LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program is a Grant and Funding