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Saskatchewan Indian Equity Foundation (SIEF) · Canada

Contribution Program

Intake status unconfirmed

Non-repayable money toward starting or growing a Saskatchewan First Nations business, alongside your own cash and a bank loan.

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Program at a glance

Application status
Intake status unconfirmed
Funding amount
Projects up to $99,999 (individuals); $250,000 band-owned
Listed deadline
No deadline; contact a Business Development Officer to apply
Who can apply
Businesses. Only for First Nations applicants.
Where
Saskatchewan, Canada
Good for
Business and jobs
Pays for
Starting or growing a business, Equipment or supplies, Buildings or renovations

Who it's intended for

Details
Saskatchewan-based registered Status Indian, majority First Nation-owned business, or development corporation; 10% cash equity plus a bank loan; two-stage business plan. Call 306-955-4550.
The catch
10% of the project in your own cash, plus a bank loan Needs some of your own money.

Source checked against the funder's website on November 9, 2026. Funder page confirms project caps ($99,999 individuals, $250,000 band or community-owned) and terms. Page lists no deadlines; rolling is inferred. Page last modified Aug 11, 2025, so intake left unconfirmed. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Saskatchewan-based registered Status Indian, majority First Nation-owned business, or development corporation; 10% cash equity plus a bank loan; two-stage business plan. Call 306-955-4550.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • How much of the budget you must contribute and which costs are eligible.

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