SMEDCO Loan Programs
Get the capital you need to start, grow, or buy a business in Saskatchewan as a Métis entrepreneur. This is government-backed financing, so you will repay the loan, and you must confirm specific terms directly with SMEDCO. Verified against the official source on July 2, 2026.
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Before you spend a dollar
Confirm with SMEDCO whether funds are disbursed before or after project completion, as this is not stated in the program details.
At a glance
Subject to program rules, available funding, and approval. Confirm current details with the official program administrator.
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Check your fit →Is this for you?
- You are a Métis entrepreneur operating or planning to operate in Saskatchewan.
- You need capital to start a new business, expand an existing one, or purchase a business.
- You are comfortable with financing structures that require repayment rather than grant funding.
Probably not the right fit if
- You are not Métis or do not operate in Saskatchewan.
- You are seeking a non-repayable grant without any financing obligations.
- You need immediate funding confirmation without first consulting SMEDCO for eligibility and terms.
How much you'd realistically get
Variable; confirm specific caps and amounts with SMEDCO.
What may be supported
- Starting a new business
- Expanding an existing business
- Purchasing an existing business
How applying works
Effort: moderateYou must contact SMEDCO directly to discuss your business goals and determine the appropriate financing package.
- 01Verify you are a Métis entrepreneur located in Saskatchewan.
- 02Contact SMEDCO via phone (306.657.4870 or 1-888-657-4870) or email (info@ccdf-smedco.com).
- 03Discuss your business goals (start, grow, or purchase) with a SMEDCO representative.
- 04Confirm the specific financing terms, amounts, and required documentation.
- 05Submit your application materials as directed by SMEDCO.
Who to ask: Phone: 306.657.4870 or Toll-Free 1-888-657-4870; Email: info@ccdf-smedco.com; Contact Page: https://www.ccdf-smedco.com/contact/
Documents commonly required
- Proof of Métis status
- Business plan or proposal for start/growth/purchase
- Financial statements or projections (confirm with SMEDCO)
- Proof of Saskatchewan location
How BBN Labs helps
- BBN builds your professional website and online store with the loan funds, giving your new or expanded business a credible digital home that attracts customers from day one.
- BBN uses the loan to set up your Local SEO and Google Business Profile, so your Saskatchewan storefront appears prominently when local customers search.
- BBN implements a modern POS and online ordering system with the loan capital, streamlining your checkout and capturing customer data for future growth and loyalty.
- BBN designs your branding and vehicle wraps to make your expanded business stand out, then coordinates qualified partners for the physical installation work.
- BBN guides you through the application and deadlines so you don't lose the funding.
What to know before you count on it
- This is financing, not a grant; you will likely need to repay the funds.
- Specific interest rates, fees, and repayment terms are not stated and must be confirmed.
- Eligibility is strictly limited to Métis entrepreneurs in Saskatchewan.
- The application process requires direct consultation with SMEDCO rather than a simple online form.
What are your odds?
Approval depends on your ability to service the financing and meet Métis eligibility criteria, not on a competitive ranking.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a grant or a loan?
It is described as financing packages. You must confirm with SMEDCO if it is a loan, equity, or other instrument and whether it requires repayment.
How much funding can I get?
The specific amount is not stated. Contact SMEDCO to confirm caps and available amounts for your situation.
Who administers this program?
SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation (SMEDCO).
Can I apply online?
No online application URL is provided. You must contact SMEDCO via phone, email, or their contact page to begin the process.
What you can combine it with
Check with SMEDCO if this financing can be combined with other provincial or federal programs.
Get alerted when this changes
Programs open and close, budgets run out, rules change. We send one short email when something changes that matters for this program.
Record last updated June 20, 2026; last verified July 2, 2026 against the official source. Source: official program page.