The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) is the umbrella organization for a network of 50+ Indigenous Financial Institutions (IFIs) across Canada.
Over the last 35+ years, the IFI network has provided more than $3.2 billion to support economic development and the unique and specific needs of 50,000 Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) loans in Indigenous communitiesall across Canada.
NACCA’s Board of Directors is 100% Indigenous, and all entrepreneurs supported by our IFI network are members of a First Nation, Métis, or Inuit community.
NACCA’S INDIGENOUS WOMEN’S
ENTREPRENEURSHIP INITIATIVE
Are you an Indigenous woman thinking of starting your own business?
We can assist you!
Entrepreneurship is a promising pathway for Indigenous women to create their own employment and independent sources of income.
NACCA and the Indigenous Financial Institutions (IFIs) offer financial support — including loans, grants & programming guidance — to Indigenous women entrepreneurs.
NACCA’S INDIGENOUS
GROWTH FUND
The Indigenous Growth Fund is a new, innovative fund created by NACCA that will leverage government investment to raise additional capital from institutional investors. The fund will make capital available to the Indigenous Financial Institutions (IFIs) to provide loans to new and expanding Indigenous businesses.
Latest Updates & Events
NACCA Reaffirms Long-Term Vision of Indigenous Prosperity After Budget 2025
For Immediate Release
Ottawa, ON — The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) acknowledges the release of the 2025 Federal Budget and remains steadfast in advancing Indigenous prosperity through community-driven economic development.
NACCA is pleased with the confirmation of a 6-million-dollar investment for the Signature Indigenous Tourism Experiences Stream (SITES) 2 project. In 2025, the SITES pilot program delivered by NACCA, successfully deployed 9.5 million to eleven Indigenous tourism projects across the country. This new SITES 2 funding will allow NACCA to continue assisting Indigenous attraction businesses in Canada. The Government of Canada’s decision to protect Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) programming from deep funding reductions reaffirms the importance of Indigenous-led economic initiatives. NACCA will continue to drive the value of sustained long-term Indigenous business development.
Shannin Metatawabin, CEO, NACCA shared,
“Indigenous entrepreneurs are building strong businesses in every region of this country. Their success strengthens local economies, creates jobs, and builds wealth that stays in communities for generations. NACCA and the network of Indigenous Financial Institutions stand ready to work with the federal government to expand access to capital, close the persistent financing gaps, and unlock the full potential of Indigenous talent.”
NACCA Congratulates Chiefs of Ontario on 50 Years of Advocacy
The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) extends heartfelt congratulations to the Chiefs of Ontario on the remarkable milestone of 50 years of dedicated advocacy. Over five decades, the Chiefs of Ontario have achieved significant advancements supporting First Nations’ prosperity and self-sufficiency.
Their historic advocacy secured $70 million in funding to empower First Nations in mining and resource development, a critical area driving economic opportunity and growth. In addition, through persistent efforts, the loan guarantees supporting First Nations business projects have tripled to $3 billion, enabling more entrepreneurs to turn their visions into thriving enterprises.
NACCA Extends Annual Report RFP
The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced graphic designer to collaborate in producing our annual report for 2024/2025. The selected designer will be responsible for visually communicating the organization’s accomplishments, financial reporting, and overall impact in a manner that resonates with our stakeholders, particularly those in the Indigenous economic space.
The deadline for submissions has been extended to Monday, November 3, 2025 – 4p Eastern.
Celebrating Small Business Week and Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship
NACCA celebrates small businesses each and every day. When it comes to Canada’s Small Business Week, it’s more than an event on our calendars. It marks another opportunity to share big ideas, new beginnings, and growth for Indigenous communities from coast to coast to coast. This year for, we want to shine a spotlight on our future: our youth. Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship is on the rise and with some bold moves from our National Indigenous Youth Business Advisory Council, engaged youth who have participated in our research, and the diligence of our programs team, our National program has launched! Now offered by many of the 50 Indigenous Financial Institutions we work with, here’s how it all began. Continue reading