SOCCA – Support and coaching

This grant program offers diverse financing options designed to support the growth and development of Aboriginal businesses. Financing is provided to cater to the distinct needs and aspirations of First Nations entrepreneurs.

• Non-refundable contributions to assist in business development initiatives.
• Term loans available for starting, acquiring, or expanding businesses.
• Comprehensive coaching services to guide entrepreneurs throughout their business journey.
• Involvement in creating a financing package tailored to individual project needs.
• Ongoing business monitoring to ensure project sustainability and success.

This grant is specifically designed for certain First Nations communities and organizations.

• Eligible applicants must belong to one of the following First Nations: Abenaki, Algonquin, Atikamekw, Huron-Wendat, Malecite, or Micmac.
• Organizations must be affiliated with the Native Alliance of Quebec to be eligible.

Who is eligible?

Eligible expenses

SOCCA provides financial and coaching support for business projects within the First Nations community. The eligible activities revolve around starting, acquiring, or expanding Aboriginal businesses through various financial products and consultancy services.

• Providing non-refundable contributions to Aboriginal business initiatives.
• Offering term loans to support start-ups, acquisitions, or expansions.
• Business project consultancy and development planning services.
• Participation in the financing package formulation for business projects.
• Continuous business monitoring and support services.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant specifically targets First Nations and the Native Alliance of Quebec to support the growth and establishment of Indigenous businesses. The eligible geographical areas are focused within the territories associated with the following First Nations groups.

• Abenaki
• Algonquin
• Atikamekw
• Huron-Wendat
• Malecite
• Micmac

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

• Project feasibility
• Ability to repay financing
• Alignment with SOCCA's mandate
• Client's business experience and skills
• Positive impact on the community
• Support from other financial partners

SOCCA provides financing products and services specifically for First Nations and the Native Alliance of Quebec. Eligible types of companies include:

• Abenaki
• Algonquin
• Atikamekw
• Huron-Wendat
• Malecite
• Micmac

There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include:

• Development of the project
• Participation in the financing package of your project
• Business monitoring

SOCCA offers financing products and services in the form of non-refundable contributions, term loans, and coaching to start, acquire, or expand Aboriginal businesses.

• Support in the development of the project
• Participation in the financing package of your project
• Business monitoring

There are specific eligible First Nations listed for this grant. The eligible First Nations include:

• Abenaki
• Algonquin
• Atikamekw
• Huron-Wendat
• Malecite
• Micmac

There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:

• Project feasibility
• Ability to repay financing
• Alignment with SOCCA's mandate
• Client's business experience and skills
• Positive impact on the community
• Support from other financial partners

• Step 1: Fill out the application form
• Step 2: Submit required supporting documentation
• Step 3: Review and approval process by the grant provider
• Step 4: Receive notification of grant approval or denial
• Step 5: Follow any additional instructions provided upon approval