Black Entrepreneurship Program – Ecosystem Fund
By Government of Canada – Regional Development Agencies
Canada
Updated 21 August 2026
Funding Amount
CAD 250,000 – 189,000,000
About This Opportunity
Non-repayable support for Black-led not-for-profit organizations delivering mentorship, financial planning, business training, networking, incubation/acceleration and other business support services.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible Black-led not-for-profit organizations under the regional delivery agency calls. Funding levels and application status depend on the regional call; current federal program is renewed through 2030.
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At a glance
- Status
- Closed
- Timeline
- Closed: 20 Oct 2025
- Country
- Canada
- Amount
- CAD 250,000 – 189,000,000
- Applications
- 0
- Official site
- ised-isde.canada.ca
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