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PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia
Supports Black-led organizations delivering business supports in BC
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Provides up to $3 million in non-repayable contributions to strengthen the Black entrepreneurship ecosystem in British Columbia. Funding supports Black-led not-for-profit organizations to deliver activities such as incubation/acceleration, networking, matchmaking, and mentorship for Black entrepreneurs and business owners.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Language Minorities
- Black Canadians
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- All industries
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- All dimensions
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Incubation and acceleration programs.
- Networking, matchmaking and mentorship opportunities.
- Initiatives to support the participation of the Black community in entrepreneurship.
- Other activities that support the objective of the BEP Ecosystem Fund.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Incorporated Black-led not-for-profit support organizations (delivery partners) in British Columbia.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations that are not incorporated.
- Organizations that are not Black-led (less than two-thirds Black leadership and governance).
- Organizations whose mandate is not focused on supporting Black communities in British Columbia.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are evaluated against BEP program objectives.
- Only the strongest applications meeting program objectives will receive funding.
Additional information
- Status: not currently accepting applications.
- Funding is delivered through delivery partners to provide business supports to Black entrepreneurs and business owners.
- This fund is part of the national Black Entrepreneurship Program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia. 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 PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia?
Provides up to $3 million in non-repayable contributions to strengthen the Black entrepreneurship ecosystem in British Columbia. Funding supports Black-led not-for-profit organizations to deliver activities such as incubation/acceleration, networking, matchmaking, and mentorship for Black entrepreneurs and business owners.
How much funding can be received?
PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia Funds up to $3,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia program?
To be eligible for the PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia program, you must:
Incorporated Black-led not-for-profit organization
Two-thirds Black leadership and governance
Mandate supports Black communities in British Columbia
What expenses are eligible under PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia?
Incubation and acceleration programs.
Networking, matchmaking and mentorship opportunities.
Initiatives to support the participation of the Black community in entrepreneurship.
Other activities that support the objective of the BEP Ecosystem Fund.
Who can I contact for more information about the PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia?
You can contact Pacific Economic Development Canada (PacifiCan) by email at info@pacifican.gc.ca.
Where is the PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia available?
The PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia is a Grant and Funding