Traditional Business Loan Program
- Project size
- Projects generally exceed CAD20,000 and run to CAD500,000; larger projects receive case-by-case review. These are project costs, not a promised loan amount.
- Contribution
- Services page specifies applicant contribution of 10%–30%; eligibility page sets a 10% minimum.
- Disbursement
- Funds may be paid to vendors; direct business payments can require receipt verification. Repayment starts within a month.
- Borrower criteria
- Age 18+, acceptable Métis identification, at least six months BC residency and a BC-registered business with at least 51% Métis ownership and control.
- Assessment
- Business-plan process, owner credit checks and up-to-date personal and corporate tax filings.
Provider sources: Program · Eligibility




