At a glance
Who it may support
Indigenous community-owned businesses in Alberta
Indigenous eligibility
Community-owned Indigenous business
Eligible uses
Facilities, infrastructure and essential equipment
Business stage
Shovel-ready start-up/expansion capital project
What to prepare
Application form; Indigenous identity/ownership evidence; business plan; project budget and quotes; 2–3 year financial statements or opening balance sheet; 12–24 month cash-flow forecast; personal net-worth statement for owners/guarantors; incorporation/registration documents; ownership chart; résumés; financing confirmations; permits/leases as applicable
Application process
Confirm fit with program officer; complete intake/application; submit documents and financing plan; respond to due diligence; receive approval/conditions; sign agreement; claim/disburse funds and report
Financial considerations
Owner equity: Own-source equity/commercial financing generally expected
Collateral and credit: Long-term viability and full financing/readiness review
Stacking: Usually permitted subject to total government-assistance limits; disclose all sources