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Supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs and the growth of the Indigenous economy on Vancouver Island.

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We help Indigenous communities become healthy, wealthy and socio-economically independent

In addition to financing and loan programs, NEDC offers business advisory services free of charge to Indigenous entrepreneurs and First Nations community-owned businesses on Vancouver Island. With over 40 years of planting seeds in communities and over $160 million in loans approved, we are catalyzing socio-economic independence for our nations. 

Since 1984 we’ve grown slowly and intentionally, guided by strong governance and a consistent focus on our mandate. 

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Celebrating our clients’ successes

Romeo’s – Stephanie Peter & Natalie Johnny

Food & Drink | Duncan, BC

Born into a rich heritage deeply rooted in the Cowichan Tribes, with ancestry from the Tsartlip, Esquimalt, and Stzuminus First Nations, Stephanie Peter’s …

Kotawân Media – Tyler Mcleod

Marketing & Video Production | Cowichan Valley, BC

Kotawân Media’s founder and owner is Tyler Mcleod, a proud Duncan’s First Nation member with Nîhiyaw (Plains Cree), Dane-zaa (Beaver), and Scottish …

Bright Smile Clear Skin – Melida Gus

Fashion, Health & Wellness | Brentwood Bay, BC

Melida finds her strength and drive after losing her mother and brother. Melida’s goal is to build a business that acknowledges those that are forgotten. …

Find out how our financing programs can help you

NEDC offers many different loan and contribution programs with varying eligibility. Your Business Development Officer is here to help create the perfect package for you.

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