grant_single_labels|summary

grant_single|eligibleFinancing
  • grant_single|maxCount
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDateDecember 21, 2022
grant_single|financingType
Loans and Capital investments
Expert Advice
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • grant_single|allIndustries
grant_single|grantors
  • Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Access capital as well as online and in-person business training to start or grow a business.

grant_single_labels|projects

Eligible companies for this grant need to be located within NADF's service area. This geographical limitation aims to focus resources on Indigenous women entrepreneurs in Northern Ontario.
  • Businesses located and operating in Northern Ontario.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$45,000

Sault Ste. Marie
Set up a community kitchen for food-insecure households

$25,000

North Bay
Expand services for a wellness center offering holistic therapies and workshops

$15,000

Thunder Bay
Launch a digital marketing agency aiming to help local businesses improve their online presence

$50,000

Sudbury
Initiate a tech startup focusing on AI-driven health solutions

$20,000

Timmins
Develop an e-commerce platform for local artisans to sell their products online

$40,000

Kenora
Establish a cooperative for local organic farmers to share resources and market products

grant_single_labels|admissibility

Eligibility for this grant requires adherence to specific criteria concerning the business ownership and location.
  • The applicant must be an Indigenous woman over the age of 18 years.
  • The business must be wholly owned or majority-owned (51%) by an Indigenous woman.
  • The business must be located and operating within NADF’s service area.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

This grant is available to Indigenous women who are over the age of 18, lead or own at least 51% of their business, and have their business located and operating in the Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund's service area. It is designed to support these entrepreneurs whether they are at the start-up phase or looking to expand their existing business, particularly in cases where they seek financing and support in overcoming barriers to business growth.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:
  • Must be a wholly owned or majority-owned (51%) Indigenous women-led business
  • Business must be located and operating in NADF’s service area

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

The grant offers Indigenous women entrepreneurs the opportunity to start or expand their businesses through comprehensive support and funding. These initiatives focus on skill development, overcoming financial barriers, and increasing business acumen among participants.
  • Business start-up support for new Indigenous women-led ventures.
  • Expansion support for existing Indigenous women-led businesses.
  • Financial assistance through loans up to $50,000 under specified conditions.
  • Training workshops on business strategies and skills development.
  • Opportunities to build credit and access further funding.

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

NADF's programs are available to Indigenous women entrepreneurs located and operating in their service area in Northern Ontario.
  • Indigenous women over 18 years old
  • Wholly or majority-owned Indigenous women-led businesses
  • Businesses located and operating in NADF’s service area

grant_single_labels|criteria

Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The eligibility criteria include being an Indigenous woman over 18 years old, owning a majority Indigenous women-led business, and operating within NADF's service area.
  • Must be an Indigenous woman over the age of 18 years
  • Must have a wholly owned or majority-owned (51%) Indigenous women-led business
  • Business must be located and operating in NADF’s service area

grant_single_labels|register

Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
  • Step 1: Contact the Business Support Team
    • Get in touch with NADF's Business Support Team to express your interest in the Indigenous Women in Business program.
    • Discuss your business needs and determine which program best suits you: Women Entrepreneurship Fund or Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Program.
  • Step 2: Gather Documentation
    • Collect necessary documentation to demonstrate eligibility, such as proof of Indigenous status and ownership details.
    • Prepare financial documents if applicable, showcasing current business status or projections for start-ups.
  • Step 3: Complete Application
    • Fill out the detailed application form provided by NADF’s Business Support Team.
    • Ensure all required fields are completed and supporting documents are attached.
  • Step 4: Submit Application
    • Submit your completed application form and any supporting documents to the designated contact at NADF.
    • If instructed, send via email or submit through any provided online platform.
  • Step 5: Await Confirmation
    • Receive confirmation that your application has been received by NADF.
    • Follow up if you do not receive confirmation within a reasonable timeframe.

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
  • Non-repayable grants may be available alongside the loan, depending on specific funding initiatives at the time of application.
  • Funding is limited and provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Workshops are available to improve business skills, strategic planning, and networking.
  • There is a 5% equity requirement for financing.

Apply to this program