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NADF — Client Support & Advisory Services - ON - Canada

NADF — Client Support & Advisory Services

Last Update: July 22, 2025
ON, Canada
Business advice for Indigenous entrepreneurs in Northern Ontario

At a glance

Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open Date : February 15, 2023
Financing Type
Expert Advice
Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open

Overview

Access business knowledge and solutions to develop strategic and action-driven plans for all growth phases of your business through confidential feedback, advice and overall business support.

Activities funded

This grant supports Indigenous entrepreneurs in various stages of their business journey by providing essential tools and resources. The eligible activities focus on strategic business planning, financial literacy, and resource access.
  • Confidential feedback and overall business support for Indigenous entrepreneurs.
  • Guidance in writing and formulating business plans tailored for Indigenous businesses.
  • Research assistance to explore business ideas and determine their viability.
  • Access to key resources necessary for business development and implementation.
  • Solutions for business management and improving business performance.
  • Implementation solutions and resources to achieve business milestones.
  • Participation in the "Dream to Business Plan" webinar series.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 45,000
Developing a capacity building program for a social enterprise
$ 25,000
Implementation of modern operational resources for a local bakery
$ 35,000
Developing an educational outreach program for an environmental NGO
$ 55,000
Creating a strategic business plan for a tech startup
$ 30,000
Creating a market research study for a health beverage startup
$ 40,000
Developing a strategic growth plan for a local organic grocery cooperative

Eligibility

Eligibility for this program is targeted towards Indigenous entrepreneurs seeking business development support.
  • The applicant must be an Indigenous entrepreneur or represent an Indigenous business.
  • The applicant must be in the process of starting, expanding, or managing an Indigenous-owned business.

Eligible expenses

This program provides extensive support to Indigenous entrepreneurs, helping them with strategic planning, business execution, and enhancement of skills through various stages of business development. The eligible activities include building and executing business plans, offering research assistance, and providing management and performance solutions.
  • Creating and refining business plans with tailored strategies and action plans.
  • Conducting research to evaluate business ideas and determine their viability.
  • Accessing resources for business management and performance improvement.
  • Participating in workshops and webinars to enhance business skills and knowledge.
  • Receiving confidential feedback and advice for business enhancement.
  • Developing implementation solutions and utilizing available resources.

Selection criteria

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
  • Viability and feasibility of the business idea
  • Clarity and articulation of the business plan
  • Relevance of strategies, costs, timelines, and goals
  • Potential for success and impact
  • Ability to secure funding or financing

How to apply

1

Book an Appointment

  • Visit the "Book an Appointment" section on the NADF website.
  • Schedule a meeting with a member of the Business Support Team to discuss your business needs and application procedures.
2

Attend Business Planning Workshops

  • Participate in NADF's free workshops and webinar series such as "Dream to Business Plan" to enhance your business plan writing skills.
  • Utilize available e-resources to prepare your business plan framework.
3

Prepare Business Plan

  • Work with the Business Support Team to formulate a tailored business plan.
  • Ensure the business plan includes strategies, costs, timelines, goals, and milestones.
4

Application Compilation

  • Compile all necessary documents and information required for the grant application.
  • Ensure detailed and precise information to improve the chances of approval.
5

Submit Application

  • Follow the guidance provided during the appointment to submit your application to NADF.
  • Include all required documents as outlined in the meeting with the Business Support Team.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund offers a series of free webinars, including the "Dream to Business Plan" series, which can help entrepreneurs develop their business plans.
  • Access to business management and performance solutions, as well as implementation solutions and resources, is part of the support provided to entrepreneurs.
  • The Business Support Team at NADF is available for confidential feedback and overall business support.
  • Entrepreneurs can access research assistance to explore their business ideas and determine viability.
  • Regular contact with the NADF Business Support Team can enhance a business's chance of success and can be an integral part of the funding application process.

Documents and links

NADF — Client Support & Advisory Services

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Here are answers to the most common questions about the NADF — Client Support & Advisory Services. 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.

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