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First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Helping you grow your business with our interest-free loans and grant opportunities. First Peoples Economic Growth Fund Inc.

(FPEGF) is an organization with the mandate to provide financing to support Manitoba First Nation business proposals that are economically viable. The unique aspect of FPEGF is that it can provide a variety of support for First Nation owned businesses through a diverse portfolio of programs.

Looking to start, expand, or acquire a business in your First Nation? The Community Economic Expansion Program can help ...
10/16/2026

Looking to start, expand, or acquire a business in your First Nation? The Community Economic Expansion Program can help you take the next step.

The program provides interest-free financing to eligible First Nation-owned businesses. That can mean more local jobs, more wealth generated in your First Nation, and more opportunities for your community to grow.

Learn more about our Community Economic Expansion Program: https://firstpeoplesfund.ca/summary-of-programs/community-economic-expansion/

10/14/2026

Since 2008, FPEGF’s loans and investments have helped generate an estimated $284 million in economic impact, and created 1500 jobs across Manitoba First Nations.*

Those numbers represent new equipment, more employees, expansion into new markets, and more.

We’re proud to be part of that growth.

*According to our 2024/25 annual report.

After almost 20 years in business, Cameron Catcheway was ready to grow Catcheway’s Septic Services with a second truck. ...
10/12/2026

After almost 20 years in business, Cameron Catcheway was ready to grow Catcheway’s Septic Services with a second truck. Financing from FPEGF helped make it possible.

Stories like this are worth celebrating. Leave a 🎉 in the comments if you agree.

With an interest-free loan, more of your money can go toward your business instead of interest.Our Entrepreneur Loan Pro...
10/08/2026

With an interest-free loan, more of your money can go toward your business instead of interest.

Our Entrepreneur Loan Program offers interest-free loans to eligible First Nations entrepreneurs in Manitoba.

Know someone who could benefit? Send this post to an entrepreneur who's getting ready to start a business.

Your business has come a long way. When you’re ready to take the next step, you may need more resources, skills, or fina...
10/06/2026

Your business has come a long way. When you’re ready to take the next step, you may need more resources, skills, or financing to make it happen.

FPEGF offers programs to help existing First Nations business owners grow, including:

The Skills Development Program
The Business Contribution Fund
The Entrepreneur Loan Program

Learn more about these programs: https://firstpeoplesfund.ca/

Today we honour Survivors, their families, and the children who never returned home. 🧡
09/30/2026

Today we honour Survivors, their families, and the children who never returned home. 🧡

As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we encourage time for reflection, learning, and care for y...
09/28/2026

As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we encourage time for reflection, learning, and care for yourself and those around you. This day can bring up difficult emotions for Survivors, families, and community members.

If you or someone you know needs help, these resources are available 24/7:
📞 Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line (Toll-Free Manitoba #): 1-800-721-0066

📞 Hope for Wellness Helpline: 1-855-242-3310 or chat online at hopeforwellness.ca

At FPEGF, we don’t only provide finance support but we also want to help expand your skills and confidence. Part of empo...
09/25/2026

At FPEGF, we don’t only provide finance support but we also want to help expand your skills and confidence.

Part of empowering First Nations businesses is investing in people through training and development opportunities that strengthen capacity and support long-term business growth.

Apply now for the Skills Development Program:
https://firstpeoplesfund.ca/summary-of-programs/skills-development-program/

The Joint Venture Program supports partnerships between First Nations and business collaborators to develop and grow sha...
09/23/2026

The Joint Venture Program supports partnerships between First Nations and business collaborators to develop and grow shared opportunities.

By combining strengths, expertise, and resources, these partnerships help create stronger businesses that deliver long-term economic benefits for First Nations communities.

Learn more: https://firstpeoplesfund.ca/summary-of-programs/joint-venture-program/

Access to the right financing can help a growing business take off. Thank you to Sol Food Truck and Bistro for sharing y...
09/21/2026

Access to the right financing can help a growing business take off.

Thank you to Sol Food Truck and Bistro for sharing your experience working with FPEGF.

It's a privilege to support First Nations entrepreneurs as they start and grow their businesses.

Help us celebrate Sol Winnipeg by leaving them a 👏 in the comments.

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102/1075 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB
R3G0R8

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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