Administered by Government of Ontario · Last verified: July 2026
Waubetek Business Development Corporation is an Aboriginal Capital Corporation serving First Nation, Inuit, and non-status Indigenous entrepreneurs in North-Eastern Ontario. It offers term loans up to $500,000, bridge financing up to $250,000, and dedicated micro-loan financing for Indigenous women and youth. Waubetek also delivers the Aboriginal Business Financing Program, providing interest-free repayable financing up to $250,000, and an e-commerce grant program. A 10% client cash equity contribution is required on term loans.
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 eligibilityWaubetek Indigenous Business Financing is generally open to incorporated, self-employed, partnership businesses, in Ontario. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Term loans up to $500,000; ABFP financing up to $250,000. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Confirm Indigenous heritage and North-Eastern Ontario eligibility 2. Complete the online financing application 3. Discuss the project with a Business Development Officer
50% of costs up to $50,000, 0% interest over 10 years (portion may be forgivable)
INCENTIVEFinancing up to $1,500,000 plus non-repayable business plan support
INCENTIVEUp to $50,000