SOCCA – Support and coaching
Canada
Advice and coaching for First Nations-owned businesses
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- grant_single|openingDateMay 07, 2021
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Expert Advice
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- Native Commercial Credit Corporation
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If you’re an Indigenous business owner, you can access loans, consulting services, and help with developing a project through the Native Commercial Credit Corporation.
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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
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$30,000
Toronto
Opening a community coffee shop offering fair-trade Indigenous coffee
$20,000
Ottawa
Launching a consultancy to support Indigenous entrepreneurs
$75,000
Montreal
Establishing an Indigenous cultural heritage center
$25,000
Vancouver
Expanding an Indigenous handicraft business online
$40,000
Edmonton
Setting up an Indigenous art gallery space
$60,000
Calgary
Developing a mobile app for Indigenous language learning
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SOCCA offers financing products and services tailored to First Nations in Canada. The eligibility criteria for this grant are:
- Individuals belonging to First Nations like Abenaki, Algonquin, Atikamekw, Huron-Wendat, Malecite, and Micmac.
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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
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There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include:
- Development of the project
- Participation in the financing package of your project
- Business monitoring
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There are specific eligible First Nations listed for this grant. The eligible First Nations include:
- Abenaki
- Algonquin
- Atikamekw
- Huron-Wendat
- Malecite
- Micmac
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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
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- 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
Apply to this program
Support & Coaching Grant for First Nations Businesses
Support & Coaching Overview
The Support & Coaching grant offered by SOCCA is tailored to help First Nations businesses with financing, project development, and expansion. This grant provides non-refundable contributions, term loans, and coaching services to empower Aboriginal entrepreneurs to realize their business goals.
SOCCA specializes in providing personalized financial solutions since 1992, with a team of skilled professionals dedicated to supporting and guiding First Nations entrepreneurs. By offering business monitoring, project financing, and expert consulting, SOCCA aims to be a valued partner in the success of Aboriginal businesses.
With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities facing First Nations communities, SOCCA's Support & Coaching grant is designed to accelerate the growth and sustainability of Aboriginal businesses. Through strategic financing and tailored guidance, SOCCA empowers entrepreneurs to thrive in their industries and contribute to economic prosperity within their communities.
