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PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia
Supports Black-led organizations delivering business supports in BC
Funding available
$ 3,000,000
Deadline
June 30, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply
Incorporated Black-led not-for-profit support organizations (delivery partners) in British Columbia.
See full eligibility
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 $
Funds Providers
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.
Official resources
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.
Selection criteria
- Clear alignment with program objectives.
- Measurable economic outcomes.
- Capacity to serve Official Language Minority Communities (OLMCs).
- Strong collaboration plans with other organizations to broaden reach and enhance impact.
- Sound financial performance and management capacity.
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.
- Information provided by applicants may be shared with other federal departments and agencies, provincial/territorial governments, and/or municipal governments, for the purpose of reviewing projects and determining eligibility for other Government of Canada programs.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the PacifiCan — Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia Program
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