Grant Analysis: Stratégie d'approvisionnement auprès des entreprises autochtones ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Indigenous-owned businesses (majority ownership by Indigenous peoples) - Indigenous entrepreneurs operating as sole proprietors - Indigenous corporations and cooperatives - Partnerships where Indigenous partners hold controlling interest - Businesses registered with Indigenous community organizations or recognized Indigenous economic development agencies - Enterprises meeting Indigenous ownership definition under federal/provincial guidelines ### 💰 Funding Details - Grant Type: Supplier access program (non-repayable) - Funding Structure: Access to procurement opportunities rather than direct capital grants - Contract Values: Varies by government/corporate procurement opportunities available - Matching Requirements: None specified; this is a procurement access program - Cost-Sharing: Not applicable - Repayment Terms: Non-repayable; revenue-based model through successful contract awards ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses This program does not fund specific business expenses directly. Instead, it provides access to: - Government procurement contracts reserved for Indigenous suppliers - Corporate supply chain opportunities with registered buyers - Goods and services provision to fill identified procurement needs - Business operations funded through awarded contracts - Revenue generation through successful vendor relationships ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Registration Requirement: Must register as an Indigenous supplier in the program database - Proof of Indigeneity: Documentation of Indigenous ownership/control required - Capacity Assessment: Ability to fulfill contract requirements (timelines, quality standards, volumes) - Business Registration: Valid business license and tax compliance mandatory - Compliance: Adherence to government/corporate procurement policies and standards - Ongoing Status: Maintain Indigenous ownership status and active registration - Contract Fulfillment: Successfully complete awarded contracts to maintain supplier standing