Administered by Government of Manitoba · Last verified: July 2026
A Métis-owned lender, backed by a federal funding agreement with Indigenous Services Canada, that finances the start-up, expansion, or acquisition of Red River Métis-owned businesses in Manitoba. It combines commercial loans with non-repayable grants on eligible costs such as equipment, leasehold improvements, marketing, and early operating expenses. Projects generally start above $40,000, and owners must put in at least 10 percent of project costs in non-borrowed cash.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
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Check my eligibilityLouis Riel Capital Corporation: Business Grant & Loan Program is generally open to incorporated, self-employed, partnership businesses, in Manitoba. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Loans plus non-repayable grants; projects generally above $40,000. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Confirm at least 51% Red River Métis ownership and Manitoba residency 2. Download and complete the Business Grant & Loan application 3. Prepare your business plan and a personal statement of affairs 4. Submit to LRCC's credit team and allow 6 to 8 weeks for processing
Combined loan and non-repayable grant package (projects generally above $40,000)
INCENTIVEBusiness loans (amounts set case by case; contact TWCC)
INCENTIVERequires $150,000 to $250,000 investment; pathway to permanent residence