Aboriginal Business Investment Fund (ABIF)

Overview:
Supports Indigenous community-owned businesses and economic development projects in Alberta. The program helps communities build infrastructure, purchase equipment, expand operations, and create long-term economic opportunities.

Funding Amount:
Minimum $150,000 to maximum $750,000 per project. Funding may cover up to 100% of eligible costs.

Eligibility / Who It’s For:

• Indigenous communities in Alberta
• Indigenous community-owned corporate entities
• Applicants must be at least 51% Indigenous-owned and controlled
• Businesses must be in good standing

Individual entrepreneurs and sole proprietors are not eligible.

Project Examples:
Construction of business facilities and infrastructure
Equipment purchases
Community-owned business expansion
Economic development initiatives
Revenue-generating community projects

Province/Scope:
Alberta