Indigenous Entrepreneur Startup Program
GrantCanada — federalUp to $75,000
The Indigenous Entrepreneur Startup Program (IESP) provides startup loan financing of up to $75,000 and up to two years of 1:1 mentorship from experienced business leaders to young Indigenous entrepreneurs aged 18-39 launching or buying a business in Canada. The program is designed and operated by an Indigenous team and includes access to financial empowerment workshops, business planning tools, and networking opportunities with Indigenous entrepreneurs and community organizations.
What you'll need
- Business plan
- 24-month cash flow projection
- Proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency
- Self-identification as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit)
How it works
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