Last verified: June 2026
Louis Riel Capital Corporation (LRCC) is the Manitoba Metis Federation's Red River Metis-owned lending institution, financing the start-up, acquisition, and expansion of Metis-owned small businesses in Manitoba. Its Business Grant and Loan Program combines commercial loans with non-repayable grants toward eligible capital, marketing, business support, and first-three-months operating costs. Owners must be at least 51% Red River Metis with valid MMF citizenship, reside in Manitoba, and contribute at least 10% cash equity. Separate small business, women, youth, and fishers/trappers programs exist for smaller projects.
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Check my eligibilityBusiness loans (amounts set case by case; contact TWCC)
INCENTIVERequires $150,000 to $250,000 investment; pathway to permanent residence
INCENTIVELoans plus non-repayable grants; projects generally above $40,000