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Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development
Funding for economic initiatives in the Northwest Territories
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2024
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada
Overview
Associations, band and community councils can apply for up to $25,000 in financial assistance for feasibility plans, infrastructure development, industry strategic plans, events and more.
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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
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 30% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2024
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Community leaders
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
This grant supports community-focused projects designed to stimulate local economies and promote regional development. Eligible activities focus on strategic planning, infrastructure improvement, and hosting events that boost economic opportunities.
- Conducting feasibility studies, strategic plans, evaluations, and planning initiatives that explore economic prospects and utilize existing community resources.
- Development or acquisition of physical infrastructure to address constraints on business development due to lack of facilities.
- Enhancing community access to business information to empower local economic decision-making.
- Organizing and promoting community festivals and events that showcase Northwest Territories (NWT) products or talents and serve as key drivers for local economic development.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
NWT-based associations, municipalities, and Indigenous organizations are encouraged to apply for funding under the Community Economic Development program.Eligible expenses
The grant program aims to nurture local economies by investing in projects that leverage community resources and promote regional development. It supports a variety of activities essential for economic growth and community engagement.
- Feasibility studies, strategic plans, evaluations, and planning costs that explore economic opportunities and enhance community resources.
- The acquisition or enhancement of physical infrastructure where the absence of such assets limits business development.
- Initiatives to improve access to business information, aiding communities in making informed economic decisions.
- Planning and hosting of community-based events that showcase local products or talents and drive economic development in the region.
Eligible geographic areas
This grant is available to NWT-based associations, municipalities, and Indigenous organizations. The eligible areas include specific communities as outlined by the funding body's regional focus in the Northwest Territories.
- Yellowknife
- Hay River
- Fort Smith
- Inuvik
- All other communities within the Northwest Territories (NWT)
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- It is advised to contact your regional Economic Development Officer to discuss your project idea before drafting your proposal, which can be crucial for guidance and support.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development. 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 Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development?
Associations, band and community councils can apply for up to $25,000 in financial assistance for feasibility plans, infrastructure development, industry strategic plans, events and more.
How much funding can be received?
Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development Funds up to 30% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development program?
To be eligible for the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development program, you must:
Applicant must be an association, municipality, or Indigenous organization based in the Northwest Territories (NWT).
What expenses are eligible under Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development?
This grant supports community-focused projects designed to stimulate local economies and promote regional development. Eligible activities focus on strategic planning, infrastructure improvement, and hosting events that boost economic opportunities. Conducting feasibility studies, strategic plans, evaluations, and planning initiatives that explore economic prospects and utilize existing community resources.
Development or acquisition of physical infrastructure to address constraints on business development due to lack of facilities.
Enhancing community access to business information to empower local economic decision-making.
Organizing and promoting community festivals and events that showcase Northwest Territories (NWT) products or talents and serve as key drivers for local economic development.
Who can I contact for more information about the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development?
You can contact Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) or by phone at 867-587-7171.
Where is the Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development available?
The Support for Entrepreneurs and Economic Development (SEED) — Community Economic Development program is available the province of Northwest Territories.