Aboriginal Info-Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Financial Assistance
• Information Sources
• Management Services
• Taxation
• Additional Info-Guides

1. Financial Assistance

Aboriginal Business Canada - Industry Canada

Aboriginal Business Canada is an Industry Canada program which promotes the growth of commerce as one means towards economic self-sufficiency for Aboriginal people. For eligible applicants, Aboriginal Business Canada provides financial assistance, information, resource materials and referrals to other possible sources of financing or business support. They also work in partnership with Aboriginal financial and business institutions, and with a range of other agencies, boards, and departments, on initiatives that are helping to strengthen business skills and promote greater awareness of Aboriginal business achievement. Entrepreneurs can now apply for assistance online.

For more information:
Phone: 902-426-2018
See the document: Aboriginal Business Canada
Visit the web site: Aboriginal Business Canada

Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership Program - Human Resources and Skills Development Canada

The Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership (ASEP) program is designed to promote maximum employment for Aboriginal people on major economic developments across Canada and to help employers meet labour and skill shortages through training-to-retention plans.

Funds are available to incorporated partnerships between employers and Aboriginal representation from communities affected by the project. The partnership must demonstrate that a minimum of 50 long-term jobs for Aboriginal people will be provided.

For more information:
Phone: 902-758-4181 (Mi'Kmaq Employment & Training Secretariat)
See the document: Aboriginal Skills and Employment Partnership Program

Growth Capital for Aboriginal Business -Business Development Bank of Canada

Through this program, the BDC helps to increase access to capital for Aboriginal entrepreneurs who want to start a small business or expand an existing business operating on or off a reserve in Canada. Entrepreneurs with a commercially viable business proposal, an acceptable level of management expertise and demonstrating financial commitment to the business may be eligible for assistance. The loan can be used for acquiring fixed assets, financing franchise fees, covering start-up costs, developing new markets, or replenishing working capital depleted by capital expenditures.

For more information:
Phone: 1-877-232-2269
See the document:
Visit the web site:

Peace Hill Trust

Serves the financial needs of the First Nations and their members, corporations, institutions, and associations both on and off reserve and also provides financial services to non-native clientele.

For more information:
Phone: 506-455-3430 (Atlantic)
Visit the web site:Peace Hills Trust Company

Ulnooweg Development Group Inc.

Ulnooweg is an Aboriginal Capital Corporation (ACC) which provides financial assistance in the form of loans and to new and existing nativestatusbusinesses in Atlantic Canada.

For more information:
Phone: 1-888-766-2376 or902-893-7379 (Eskasoni)
See the document: Ulnooweg Development Group Inc.
Visit the web site:Ulnooweg Development Group Inc.

2. Information Sources for Aboriginal Business

Aboriginal Banking - Partnership - The Key to Success - Business Development Bank of Canada

A quarterly newsletter for Aboriginal Entrepreneurs published by the Business Development Bank of Canada. Stories of interest such as economic development and successful Aboriginal-owned enterprises, as well as information on BDC and Aboriginal banking, can be found in this publication.

For more information:
Phone: 1-877-232-2269
Visit the web site:Aboriginal entrepreneur

Aboriginal Business Service Network- Canada Business Service Centres

The Aboriginal Business Service Network is committed to providing the Aboriginal business community with a wide range of information on government services, programs and regulations that are relevant, up-to-date and accurate. This service is supported through the Canada Business Services Centres (CBSC) which provide free-of-charge access to this information.

Formore information:
Phone: 1-800-668-1010
Visit the web site:http://www.cbsc.org/ns/absn/

Aboriginal Resource Guide

This user-friendly tool is designed to help Aboriginal people search for information they require to develop or enhance administrative and financial skills in order to increase their capacity to use the services of financial institutions successfully.

For more information:
See the document: Aboriginal Resource Guide
Visit the web site:Aboriginal Resource Guide

Aboriginal Workforce Participation Initiative - AWPI: AWPI Employer Toolkit - Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC)

The Aboriginal Workforce Participation Initiative was designed to help employers recruit, retain and promote Aboriginal employees. The toolkit has been designed to help employers increase their awareness and understanding of issues related to Aboriginal employment.

Formore information:
Phone: 902-661-6371
See the document: Aboriginal Workforce Participation Initiative (AWPI) : AWPI Employer Toolkit
Visit the web site: Aboriginal Workforce Participation Initiative

Aboriginal Youth Business Council

This web site helps Aboriginal youth find the information they need to reach their entrepreneurial aspirations.

For more information:
Visit the web site: Canadian Youth Business Foundation
Email: aybc@cybf.ca

Assembly of First Nations

Presents the views of the various First Nations through their leaders in areas such as: Aboriginal and Treaty Rights, Economic Development, Education, Languages and Literacy, Health, Housing, Social Development, Justice,Taxation, Land Claims, Environment, and a whole array of issues that are of common concern which arise from time to time.

For more information:
Phone: 613-241-6789
Visit the web site:Assembly of First Nations

Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business

Connects Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people and companies with the opportunities they require to achieve personal and business success.

For more information:
Phone: 416-961-8663
Visit the web site:Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business

Directory of Aboriginal Exporters - International Trade Canada

A directory of Aboriginal small - and medium-sized enterprises that are:
- exporting;
- export-prepared; or
- export-oriented.

For more information:
Phone: 1-800-267-8376
See the document: Directory of Aboriginal Exporters

Federal Procurement Strategy for Aboriginal Business - Aboriginal Business Directory (ABD) - Indian and Northern Affairs Canada(INAC)

The ABD is a valuable tool for government purchasers and other interested parties who are looking for Aboriginal businesses that can supply the goods and services they need. Registering a company on the ABD will increase the company's visibility, but does not guarantee that a government contract will be awarded. To register, please visit http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/cgi-bin/sc_coinf/ccc/index_gen/company.pl?lang=e&profileId;=629_t

For more information:
Phone: 1-800-328-6189
See the document: Procurement Strategy for Aboriginal Business

Métis Business Centre

Promotes and encourages entrepreneurship within Métis communities.

For more information:
Phone: 1-800-928-6330
Visit the web site:Metis National Council

National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association

Exist throughout Canada providing their market areas with a wide range of small business assistance including business loans.

Formore information:
Phone: 1-613-688-0894
eb site:National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association

Native Investment and Trade Association

Has Aboriginal business directories for each region as well as the document called The Road Less Travelled: Aboriginal Entrepreneurs Building Economic Independence for the New Millennium.

For more information:
Phone: 604-275-6670 or 1-800-337-7743
Visit the web site:Native Investment and Trade Association

3. Management Services

CESO (Canadian Executive Service Organization) Aboriginal Services

Provides business advisory services to Aboriginal businesses, communities and organizations through highly skilled volunteers.

For more information:
Phone: 1-877-795-4876
Visit the web site:CESO Aboriginal Services

Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers (CANDO)

Supports Aboriginal economic development officers (EDOs) through networking, information, publications, support services and special initiatives or projects.

For more information:
Phone: 1-800-463-9300 or (780) 990-0303
Visit the web site:Council for Advancement of Native Development Officers

Eskasoni Economic Development Corporation

Undertakes economic development in Eskasoni, Cape Breton.

For more information:
Phone: 902-379-2422
See the document: Eskasoni Economic Development Corporation

4. Taxation

GST/HST and the Indian Act - Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)

Under section 87 of the Indian Act, the personal property of an Indian or Indian band situated on a reserve and their interests in reserve lands are not subject to tax. The application of the GST/HST is consistent with the provisions of that Act.

Formore information:
Phone: 1-800-959-5525
See the document: GST/HST and Indians
Visit the web site: Canada Revenue Agency

Indian Taxation Advisory Board (ITAB)

Provides advice and assistance to First Nations considering real property taxation.

For more information:
Phone: 613-954-6201
Visit the web site: Indian Taxation Advisory Board

DISCLAIMER
Information contained in this document is of a general nature only and is not intended to constitute advice for any specific fact situation. Users concerned about the reliability of the information should consult directly with the source, or seek legal counsel.

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