How do I apply for LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program?

Visit Louis Riel Capital Corporation's website for application instructions.

What benefits does LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program provide?

LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program offers: grant, loan. Funding and support for Metis women entrepreneurs through grants and loans

Who administers LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program?

This program is administered by Louis Riel Capital Corporation.

Are there similar programs to LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program?

Yes! Canada Grants Database has similar programs in the Indigenous Business Programs category. Browse our database to find more options that match your needs.

How can I improve my chances of getting approved for LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program?

Our detailed breakdown covers step-by-step application instructions, required document checklists, and eligible expense breakdowns so you know exactly what to prepare before applying.

LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program

Q: What size businesses can apply to LRCC — Metis Women Entrepreneurship Program?

This program is available to: small.

Louis Riel Capital Corporation

🪶 Indigenous Business Programs🪶 Indigenous-Owned👩 Women-Owned🏪 Small Business🗺️ Provincial🌱 Early-Stage

Money for Metis Women-owned businesses in Manitoba

Funding

Contact for details

Deadline

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Status

Accepting Applications

What Is This Program?

Get financing composed of both a grant and loan up to $30,000 to help start or expand an existing business.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Funding and support for Metis women entrepreneurs through grants and loans

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small

Demographics: Metis women

Other Criteria: entrepreneurs

🏆 Detailed Application Guide

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📋What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

📝Steps to Apply: Review the program eligibility requirements.
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🌐Application Portal: https://www.lrcc.mb.ca/mwe-grant-and-loan-program
📤Submission Method: online
🔄Intake Type: rolling

📄What Documents Are Required?

✅Required Documents: Proof of Métis Heritage & Additional ID
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📎Optional Documents: Metis Business Directory
📐Format Requirements: PDF only, max 10MB
📥Templates Available: LRCC Business Plan Template
✉️Supporting Letters: Letters of support/reference are not explicitly required.

💰What Expenses Are Eligible?

🧾Eligible Expenses: Capital Costs
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🚫Ineligible Expenses: Business with a primary focus of providing liquor, tobacco sales, or gambling
An enterprise involved with sexually explicit/exploitive material
Non-business related reasons (eg. the purchase of a home, personal vehicles, etc.)
The purchase of real estate for the purpose of income generation
Industries that may be of harm to the Red River Métis Community
Businesses located out of the Province of Manitoba
Refinance of existing debts
Non-arm’s length transactions
Any assets purchased above fair market value
📏Expense Caps: $75.00 processing/admin fee for approved loans
💳Payment Model: mixed
⏪Retroactive Expenses Eligible: No

🤝Is Matching Funding Required?

🔀Matching Required: Yes
📊Matching Ratio: 5% minimum
🏦Eligible Matching Sources: cash
📚Stacking Rules: Not specified
🛡️Proof of Matching Required: Bank/Investment Statements showing funds on hand for at least 30 days.

📊What Are the Reporting Requirements?

🗓️Reporting Frequency: annual
📑Reporting Requirements: Proof of Métis Heritage & Additional ID
Confirmation of Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Tax Filings and Income Tax payments
LRCC Personal Statement of Affairs
Business Plan
Financial Statements (if applicable)
🔍Audit Requirements: All information submitted/acquired is the property of LRCC and will remain on file for up to ten (10) years.
📢Branding Requirements: Acknowledgment of funding through LRCC and the Government of Canada is required.
🗄️Record Retention Period: 10 years