JEDI — Aboriginal Development Fund — CED
Highlights
The JEDI Aboriginal Development Fund (JADF) is designed to support your business's growth and development. This program offers up to 50% reimbursement for various business planning costs, with a maximum contribution of $8,000. This funding can be used for creating business plans, marketing strategies, management training, and more. The fund also supports attendance at seminars and workshops, providing you with valuable knowledge and networking opportunities.
Key Benefits:
- Up to 50% reimbursement on planning costs
- Maximum contribution of $8,000
- Covers business plans, marketing plans, and management training
- Supports mentoring programs and business seminars
Applying for this fund can significantly reduce your financial burden, allowing you to focus on growing your business. The application process is straightforward, and with limited funding available, it's best to apply soon. This program is an excellent opportunity to enhance your business's strategic planning and operational efficiency.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Reimbursement Basis
Repayment Terms:
- No repayment terms or interest rates apply, as this is a reimbursement-based funding.
Eligible Expenses:
- Business plans (start-up or expansion)
- Marketing plans
- Management training
- Mentoring programs and business support
- Seminars and workshops on specific business topics
- Entrepreneurship development
- Conference attendance
Ineligible Expenses:
- Regular salaries and expenses
- Cost of management, administration, communications, or evaluations of the proposed initiative
- Cost of land, general use of vehicles and vessels, or inventory costs
- Costs incurred prior to the date of receipt of the proposal by JEDI Inc.
Fees:
- No fees are associated with this program.
Qualifications
- Business must be located in New Brunswick.
- Must be an entrepreneur or an existing business.
- Must be involved in business or community economic development planning.
- Must be able to cover 50% of total planning costs, as the program provides a maximum contribution of up to 50%.
- For community economic development, planning costs must not exceed $16,000.
For business/entrepreneurship development, planning costs must not exceed $8,000.
Disqualifications:
- Costs incurred prior to the date of receipt of the proposal by JEDI Inc.
- Regular salaries and expenses.
- Cost of management, administration, communications, or evaluations of the proposed initiative.
- Cost of land, the general use of vehicles and vessels, or inventory costs.
Description
This program offers your business a great opportunity to grow and develop. You can receive funding to cover up to 50% of your total planning costs, with a maximum contribution of $16,000 for community economic development and $8,000 for business or entrepreneurship development.
You can use the funds for various purposes, such as creating business plans, marketing plans, management training, mentoring programs, and attending seminars or workshops. This support can help you expand your business, improve your skills, and connect with valuable resources.
The funding is provided on a reimbursement basis, meaning you will need to cover the costs upfront and then be reimbursed. There is also a 2-month reach-back clause, allowing you to submit costs incurred within the past two months. This program does not cover regular salaries, administrative costs, land, vehicle use, or inventory costs.
Program Steps
Complete the Online Application Form: Visit the JEDI website and fill out the JADF Online Application Form.
Prepare Necessary Documentation: Gather the following documents to support your application:
- Business Plan (for start-up or expansion)
- Marketing Plan
- Management Training Details
- Mentoring Program Information
- Business Support Details
- Seminar and Workshop Information
- Conference Attendance Information
Submit the Application: Ensure all required fields and documents are completed and uploaded. Submit the application through the online portal.
Wait for Approval: After submission, your application will be reviewed. Note that funding is limited and applications are assessed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Receive Approval and Funding Details: If approved, you will receive details on the maximum contribution, which will cover up to 50% of total planning costs, not exceeding $8,000 for business/entrepreneurship development or $16,000 for community economic development.
Incur Eligible Costs: Once approved, you can start incurring eligible costs. Remember, no costs should be incurred before approval, except for those within the 2-month reach-back clause.
Submit Reimbursement Claims: After incurring eligible costs, submit claims for reimbursement as per the guidelines provided in the approval notice.
Follow-Up and Support: For any questions or additional support, contact the Joint Economic Development Initiative at [email protected] or call 1-506-444-5650 or 1-888-884-9870.
