Saskatchewan Indigenous Economic Development Program
$5,000–$75,000GrantSaskatchewanSaskatchewan Indigenous Economic Development
Supports Indigenous entrepreneurs and communities in Saskatchewan pursuing economic development opportunities. Provides grants for business planning, startup costs, capacity building, and community economic development projects. Works alongside federal Indigenous programs to create pathways to business ownership for First Nations and Metis peoples.
Deadlines
- Intake type: Rolling — apply any time
- Typical processing time: 6–8 weeks
What you'll need
Indigenous Identity Verification
Proof of First Nations, Metis, or Inuit identity or majority Indigenous ownership of business
Business Plan or Community Development Plan
Detailed plan outlining business objectives, market opportunity, and community impact
Official program page · Details verified Mar 26, 2026
Related funding
- Innovate Saskatchewan Accelerator Program — Saskatchewan, up to $150,000
- Innovation Saskatchewan Commercialization Funding — Saskatchewan, up to $200,000
- Saskatchewan Rural Development Fund — Saskatchewan, up to $200,000
- Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive — Saskatchewan, up to $225K tax credit per investor (on $500K investment)
- Women Entrepreneurship Saskatchewan — Saskatchewan, up to $100,000
- Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program - Business Development — Federal, up to $99,999