First Peoples Economic Growth Fund — Aftercare Program ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Indigenous-owned businesses and entrepreneurs - Businesses that have previously received assistance under another First Peoples Economic Growth Fund (FPEGF) program - Sole proprietors, partnerships, and corporations with Indigenous ownership/control - Businesses operating in Canada - Applicants must demonstrate Indigenous identity and connection to their community ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $20,000 per application - Cost Coverage: Up to 75% of eligible consultant costs - Applicant Responsibility: Minimum 25% cost-sharing (out-of-pocket or in-kind contribution) - Repayability: Non-repayable grant (contribution) - Funding Type: Direct grant assistance for professional services ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Professional consultant fees for business operations analysis - Identification of operational improvement areas - Assessment of business systems and processes - Expert advisory services related to business optimization - Consultant-delivered recommendations and reports - Labour costs associated with consultant engagement ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Prerequisite: Applicant must have received prior assistance under another FPEGF program - Consultant Requirements: Must hire a qualified professional consultant (not in-house staff) - Cost-Sharing Obligation: Applicant must contribute minimum 25% of total costs - Grant Coverage: Maximum 75% of eligible expenses - Deliverables: Consultant must provide documented findings and recommendations - Accountability: Funds must be used as proposed; documentation required for verification - Timeline: Subject to program availability and intake periods