Our commitment: to help you succeed

BDC, Canada's bank for entrepreneurs, has a long history of working with you, Indigenous entrepreneurs. We recognize your unique stories, cultures and contributions to Canada. We stand in solidarity with you and all Indigenous peoples. We are committed to listening, learning and acting toward reconciliation. 

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Pow Wow Pitch and BDC partner to champion Indigenous business success

Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce its new partnership with the Business Development Bank of Canada as a Seed Partner for its 2025 Pow Wow Pitch Program. Set to empower more than 300 Indigenous entrepreneurs in 2025 with mentorship, funding, training, and a safe and trusted community of support, BDC’s investment is helping Pow Wow Pitch to scale its virtual programs, engage with communities at powwows, and enhance its programming to help Indigenous entrepreneurs across Turtle Island. Read more

We are also committed to helping you succeed in your business journey with:

Dedicated loans to help you start or grow your business

Expanding Your Business

BDC provides the Indigenous Entrepreneur Loan, offering up to $350,000 in financing to help you grow or scale your business.

  • Flexible Repayment Terms
  • Preferred Rates
  • Charitable Contribution (A portion of the interest paid on the loan will be donated to a registered charity of your choice)

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Access to resources, tools and online courses free of charge

Inspiration and Resources

Articles, tools, and inspiration to help you seize opportunities.

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Collaborations with supporting organizations

Building Partnerships

We take pride in collaborating with a diverse range of partners to support the Indigenous business community across Canada.

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Talk to someone in your area

Contact us to access financing and advisory solutions specially designed for Indigneous entrepreneurs.