Mi'kmaw Economic Benefits Office Business Support
$5,000–$50,000GrantNova ScotiaMi'kmaw Economic Benefits Office
Supports Mi'kmaw and Indigenous entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia with business development funding, advisory services, and capacity building. Provides grants for startup costs, business expansion, training, and economic development projects within Mi'kmaw communities. Delivered in partnership with the Assembly of Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq Chiefs.
Deadlines
- Intake type: Rolling — apply any time
- Typical processing time: 4–8 weeks
What you'll need
Indigenous Identity Verification
Proof of Mi'kmaw, First Nations, Metis, or Inuit identity or majority Indigenous ownership
Business Development Plan
Business plan or community economic development proposal with projected outcomes
Official program page · Details verified Mar 26, 2026
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