Business financing and First Citizens Fund
- Commercial loans
- Payments, terms and interest are structured around the business cycle and financing need.
- First Citizens Fund
- Published lifetime borrowing maximum CAD115,000, with contributions totaling 40% of principal as the borrower repays.
- FCF criteria
- At least 51% Indigenous ownership and minimum equity of 15% of project costs; existing-debt refinancing is excluded.
- Grant distinction
- Business Financing Program grants may reach CAD99,999 for individuals, subject to criteria and availability; this is not a general commercial-loan limit.
Provider sources: Entrepreneur programs · Service area



