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# The Métis Financial Corporation of BC: The Métis Financial Corporation was established by Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) as a result of an agreement with the department of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC). MNBC is the sole shareholder of MFC. The Métis Financial Corporation is Métis owned and governed by a board of directors that is comprised of five persons. Our mission is to provide trusted financial services for Métis entrepreneurs in BC. Our vision is to be Métis entrepreneur’s financer of choice and to position Métis entrepreneurs and businesses to be able to fully participate in new and future economic opportunities.

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## Posts
- [The Power of Networking for Métis Entrepreneurs in British Columbia](https://mfcbc.ca/the-power-of-networking-for-metis-entrepreneurs-in-british-columbia/): Networking can help Métis entrepreneurs build trust, gain referrals, strengthen visibility, and find new opportunities across BC. We share practical ways to connect with customers, peers, suppliers, mentors, procurement contacts, and community partners while staying grounded in your business goals, your values, and the strength of Métis community.
- [Managing Risk: Protecting Your Métis Business for the Long Term](https://mfcbc.ca/managing-risk-protecting-your-metis-business-for-the-long-term/): Risk is part of every business, but it should not be left to chance. We help Métis entrepreneurs in BC think through cash flow, records, operations, financing, insurance, and planning so they can protect what they’ve built, prepare for change, and make steadier decisions for the long term.
- [Purchasing a Business: What Métis Entrepreneurs Should Consider Before Buying](https://mfcbc.ca/purchasing-a-business-what-metis-entrepreneurs-should-consider-before-buying/): Buying an existing business can be a strong path to ownership, but it requires careful review. We support Métis entrepreneurs across BC in understanding what to evaluate before making a purchase, from financial records and financing needs to leases, equipment, staffing, transition planning, and long-term fit.
- [Taking the Next Step: How to Expand Your Métis Business with Confidence](https://mfcbc.ca/taking-the-next-step-how-to-expand-your-metis-business-with-confidence/): Business expansion can open new doors, but it works best with clear numbers, realistic timing, and steady support. We help Métis entrepreneurs in BC think through growth, financing, cash flow, equipment, staffing, and planning so they can take the next step with confidence and protect what they have already built.
- [Starting Strong: A Practical Guide to Launching Your Métis Business](https://mfcbc.ca/starting-strong-a-practical-guide-to-launching-your-metis-business/): Starting a business takes more than a strong idea. This practical guide walks Métis entrepreneurs in British Columbia through planning, start-up costs, market research, visibility, financing readiness, and the support available through MFC, so you can launch with more clarity and build on a stronger foundation.
- [Choosing the Right Business Structure for Your Métis Venture](https://mfcbc.ca/choosing-the-right-business-structure-for-your-metis-venture/): Choosing a business structure is one of the first major decisions you will make as an entrepreneur. This guide walks Métis business owners in BC through sole proprietorships, partnerships, and incorporation, with practical questions to help you decide what fits your goals, responsibilities, and plans for growth.
- [Navigating Business Taxes and Planning for a Strong Financial Year](https://mfcbc.ca/navigating-business-taxes-and-planning-for-a-strong-financial-year/): Tax season offers more than compliance. For Métis entrepreneurs in British Columbia, reviewing financial results provides an opportunity to plan strategically for the year ahead. This guide explains how tax reporting connects to cash flow planning, growth strategy, financing readiness, and long-term business stability.
- [Smart Tax Season Tips for Métis Entrepreneurs in British Columbia](https://mfcbc.ca/smart-tax-season-tips-for-metis-entrepreneurs-in-british-columbia/): Tax season can create pressure for small business owners. This guide offers practical, structured support for Métis entrepreneurs in British Columbia on record keeping, expense tracking, compliance awareness, and year-round financial organization. With consistent preparation, tax season becomes a manageable part of operating a sustainable business.
- [Why Visibility Matters for Métis Businesses in British Columbia](https://mfcbc.ca/why-visibility-matters-for-metis-businesses-in-british-columbia/): Visibility is about more than marketing. For Métis businesses in British Columbia, being visible supports trust, connection, and access to opportunity. This blog explores why visibility matters, how it supports long-term growth, and the role community-driven tools play in strengthening the Métis economy.
- [From Planning to Action: Getting Loan-Ready as a Métis Entrepreneur](https://mfcbc.ca/from-planning-to-action-getting-loan-ready-as-a-metis-entrepreneur/): Moving from financial planning to applying for a business loan can feel overwhelming. This guide breaks down what loan readiness really means for Métis entrepreneurs in British Columbia, offering clear steps, practical insights, and reassurance that preparation is a process, not a test.
- [Financial Planning Made Simple for Métis Business Owners](https://mfcbc.ca/financial-planning-made-simple-for-metis-business-owners/): Financial planning does not need to feel complicated or overwhelming. This guide breaks financial planning into clear, manageable steps for Métis business owners across British Columbia, showing how thoughtful planning supports confidence, stability, and long term business success with guidance from the Métis Financial Corporation of BC.
- [Understanding the 5 C’s of Credit for Métis Entrepreneurs](https://mfcbc.ca/understanding-the-5-cs-of-credit-for-metis-entrepreneurs/): Understanding how credit is assessed can help Métis entrepreneurs feel more confident when exploring business financing. This guide explains the 5 C’s of credit in clear, plain language and shows how the Métis Financial Corporation of BC reviews applications with context, care, and a community-focused approach.
- [How Métis Entrepreneurs Can Access Government and Industry Procurement Opportunities](https://mfcbc.ca/how-metis-entrepreneurs-can-access-government-and-industry-procurement-opportunities/): For Métis entrepreneurs in British Columbia, procurement represents more than just revenue. It creates pathways to credibility, growth, and broader participation in both local and national markets.
- [Building Connections: How the Métis Business Directory Strengthens Our Community](https://mfcbc.ca/building-connections-how-the-metis-business-directory-strengthens-our-community/): In British Columbia, Métis entrepreneurs are creating value in every sector, from construction and consulting to health services and hospitality. Yet too often, these businesses are hidden from view. That’s where the Métis Business Directory comes in.
- [Louis Riel Day: Honouring a Leader, Inspiring a Movement](https://mfcbc.ca/louis-riel-day-honouring-a-leader-inspiring-a-movement/): Louis Riel Day celebrates a leader whose courage and vision continue to inspire Métis people across Canada. His belief in self-determination lives on through organizations like MFC, which support Métis entrepreneurs in building strong, independent businesses that reflect their values and strengthen their communities.
- [Your Business Blueprint: Why Every Métis Entrepreneur Needs a Strong Plan](https://mfcbc.ca/your-business-blueprint-why-every-metis-entrepreneur-needs-a-strong-plan/): The Métis Financial Corporation of British Columbia supports Métis entrepreneurs through financial services and business planning guidance. Applicants can work with consultants to develop strong business plans that lead to funding and success. MFC’s goal is to help Métis citizens build sustainable, community-driven businesses across British Columbia.
- [A Métis Centered Approach to Sustainable Business Growth](https://mfcbc.ca/a-metis-centered-approach-to-sustainable-business-growth/): Sound financial management helps Métis entrepreneurs in British Columbia plan, grow, and sustain their businesses with confidence. This article shares practical guidance on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, while highlighting how MFC provides trusted resources and ongoing support to help Métis business owners achieve lasting success and financial stability.
- [Building Stronger Applications Through Financial Knowledge](https://mfcbc.ca/building-stronger-applications-through-financial-knowledge/): Understanding credit gives Métis entrepreneurs the tools to build stronger loan applications and long-term financial confidence. This article explains the five key areas lenders review and how MFC supports Métis business owners in British Columbia with guidance, education, and resources that help turn credit knowledge into business success.
- [Truth and Reconciliation: What It Means for Métis Business and Economic Empowerment](https://mfcbc.ca/truth-and-reconciliation/): Truth and Reconciliation is often spoken about in the context of education, policy, and public awareness. While these areas are essential, reconciliation is also about practical action that changes lives in lasting ways. For the Métis Nation, economic empowerment is one of those actions. When Métis citizens have access to opportunities, funding, and resources to build businesses, they strengthen their families, their communities, and their culture.
- [Terry Fox: Honouring a Métis Legacy of Courage and Determination](https://mfcbc.ca/terry-fox/): Few names in Canadian history inspire as much admiration as Terry Fox. His Marathon of Hope changed the way a nation saw cancer research, perseverance, and community action. While most Canadians know the story of his run across the country, fewer know about his Métis heritage. For the Métis Nation, Terry Fox is not just a national hero. He’s a proud Métis figure whose determination and courage reflect values that have been part of our community for generations.
- [Building Financial Confidence: Why Financial Literacy Matters for Métis Entrepreneurs](https://mfcbc.ca/metis-financial-literacy-entrepreneurship/): Financial literacy is one of the most powerful tools a Métis entrepreneur can have. At MFC, we understand that managing money is about much more than spreadsheets and numbers. It's about building confidence, making informed decisions, and creating a foundation for long term business success.
- [Empowering Métis Success: The Transformative Impact of the Métis Financial Corporation of BC](https://mfcbc.ca/metis-financial-corporation-bc-success/): Across British Columbia, Métis citizens are building businesses, purchasing homes, and investing in their communities — and behind much of this momentum is the Métis Financial Corporation of BC (MFC). As a trusted financial arm supporting the economic aspirations of Métis people in the province, MFC has proven to be a powerful ally in breaking down financial barriers and opening new doors.
- [Am I Eligible? A Quick Guide to Accessing MFC Support](https://mfcbc.ca/guide-to-accessing-mfc-support/): If you are Métis and have a business idea, you might be closer to funding than you think. The Métis Financial Corporation of BC (MFC) offers practical support to help Métis citizens in British Columbia start, grow, or expand their businesses. Regardless of where you are located in BC, we are here to support your goals.
- [Partnering for Success: What to Expect When Working with MFC](https://mfcbc.ca/what-to-expect-working-mfc/): Starting a business is a big step. It’s also a meaningful one. For Métis people across British Columbia, business ownership is a path toward independence, stability, and community strength. But you shouldn’t have to figure it out alone.
- [Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day: Honouring Métis Voices in Business](https://mfcbc.ca/celebrating-national-indigenous-peoples-day-metis-voices-business/): Every year on June 21, communities across Canada mark National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to recognize and celebrate the cultures, achievements, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. It’s a time to reflect, to learn, and to celebrate.
- [7 Things Every Métis Entrepreneur Should Know Before Starting a Business](https://mfcbc.ca/things-metis-entrepreneur-know-starting-business/): Starting a business is a big move. For many Métis people in British Columbia, it's more than a personal goal, it's a way to support family, serve your community, and create something lasting. Whether you're planning to open a small shop, offer a service from your home, or take a product to market, you need more than just a good idea.
- [Opening Doors to Homeownership: How MFC Supports First-Time Métis Buyers](https://mfcbc.ca/metis-first-time-home-buyers-bc/): For many Métis families across British Columbia, the dream of homeownership represents more than just acquiring property. It symbolizes stability, self-determination, and the ability to build a lasting legacy.
- [Empowering Métis Women Entrepreneurs: A Closer Look at the MWE Program](https://mfcbc.ca/metis-women-entrepreneurs-bc/): Métis women are shaping the economic and cultural landscape of British Columbia with creativity, resilience, and leadership. At MFC, we believe in the power of entrepreneurship to strengthen Métis communities, and we proudly support that vision.
- [Tips for Purchasing Your First Home as a Métis Buyer in British Columbia](https://mfcbc.ca/metis-first-time-home-buying-guide-bc/): Buying your first home as a Métis person in BC can be empowering. This guide covers everything from budgeting to finding culturally informed support, with tips tailored to help you build stability and equity.
- [Who We Are: Empowering Métis Entrepreneurs Across British Columbia](https://mfcbc.ca/empowering-metis-entrepreneurs-bc/): Métis entrepreneurship in BC is rising. At MFC, we provide funding access, mentorship, and culturally rooted support to help Métis businesses grow, thrive, and uplift communities.

## Pages
- [SMWEP Application](https://mfcbc.ca/smwep-application/): SMWEP Application Form
- [SMWEP Eligibility Criteria](https://mfcbc.ca/services/smwep-program/smwep-eligibility-criteria/): Who Can Apply SMWEP Eligibility Criteria Last updated in March, 2026 Must have valid Métis identification acceptable to MFC: i.e. Métis Nation British Columbia, Métis Nation of Alberta, Métis Nation Saskatchewan, Manitoba Métis Federation, Métis Nation of Ontario, Northwest Territories Métis, or Métis Settlements in Alberta. Be 18 years of age or older. The applicant must be a resident of British Columbia for a minimum of 6 months. The business must be at least 51% Métis women owned. The total project costs must not exceed $25,000 (projects exceeding this amount may be referred to the Traditional Business Loan Program) Project must be a start-up or expansion The applicant must complete the program workbook Credit check is required Business must be located and registered in British Columbia. The Métis owner with at least 51% ownership must have substantial involvement in the operation of the business. The applicant must show that the business is viable and sustainable. Project financing cannot contribute to passive investments or gambling products. Costs already incurred or items you have already signed to purchase are not eligible. It is not retroactive and you cannot purchase or sign to purchase items you wish to include in your project costs. Corporate and personal taxes must be filed and up to date. The applicant must be approved for the loan request to be eligible for grant (grants are not stand-alone). Ineligible costs for the program are courses, certifications, licensing, residential building purchases, and Air BNB’s/Bed and Breakfasts Cannot be used to refinance an existing loan Cannot apply for the Traditional Business Loan Program at the same time Preference for this program will be given to first-time MFC clients Empowering Métis Entrepreneurs. Whether starting a new business, purchasing an existing one, or expanding operations, Métis Financial Corporation helps qualified applicants succeed through preferred financing options and business planning support. Contact Us
- [MWE Page 2](https://mfcbc.ca/mwe-page-2/): Payment Schedule
- [Terms and Conditions](https://mfcbc.ca/terms-and-conditions/): Welcome to the Métis Financial Corporation of British Columbia (MFCBC) website at mfcbc.ca. By accessing or using our website, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the site.
- [Blog](https://mfcbc.ca/blog/): MFC Blog Insights for Métis Entrepreneurs in British Columbia Blog Stories, Guidance, and Support for Your Business Journey
- [Event Calendar](https://mfcbc.ca/event-calendar/): Explore upcoming events and activities designed to celebrate our culture, strengthen our community, and support the growth of our children. Mark your calendar and join us as we come together to learn, share, and build lasting memories.
- [Terms Of Use](https://mfcbc.ca/terms-of-use/): Métis Financial Corporation of BC makes available for your use on this web site information, documents, software and products (collectively, the “Materials”) and various services (the “Services”), subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this document (the “Terms of Use”). By accessing this web site, you agree to the Terms of Use. Métis Financial Corporation of BC reserves the right to change the Terms of Use from time to time at its sole discretion. Your use of the web site will be subject to the most current version of the Terms of Use posted on the web site at the time of such use. In addition, when using particular Services or Materials on this web site, you shall be subject to any posted guidelines or rules applicable to such Services or Materials that may contain terms and conditions in addition to those in the Terms of Use. All such guidelines or rules are hereby incorporated by reference into the Terms of Use. If you breach any of the Terms of Use, your authorization to use this web site automatically terminates and you must immediately destroy any Materials downloaded or printed from the web site.
- [Privacy Policy](https://mfcbc.ca/privacy-policy/): Métis Financial Corporation of British Columbia (MFCBC) is committed to protecting the privacy of Métis citizens and other visitors to our website at mfcbc.ca. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you engage with our services or browse any of the following pages:
- [Application](https://mfcbc.ca/application/): Application Form
- [Resources](https://mfcbc.ca/resources/): Our Resources MFC Documents For Métis Businesses Download Download Download Download Download Signup for our newsletter to get updates, and latest news.
- [FAQ](https://mfcbc.ca/faq/): The Métis Financial Corporation (MFC) was established in 2017 to assist Métis entrepreneurs in BC with financing to start a new business, expand an existing business or acquire an established business.
- [Contact](https://mfcbc.ca/contact/): Join us in empowering Métis entrepreneurs across British Columbia. Whether you’re ready to apply for a loan, want to explore Indigenous business funding, or are looking for support with the First-Time Home Buyer Program, we’re here to help.
- [Eligibility Criteria](https://mfcbc.ca/eligibility-criteria/): Who Can Apply Traditional Business Loan Eligibility Criteria Last updated in March, 2026 Must have valid Métis identification acceptable to MFC:i.e. Métis Nation British Columbia, Métis Nation of Alberta, Métis Nation Saskatchewan, Manitoba Métis Federation, Métis Nation of Ontario, Northwest Territories Métis, or Métis Settlements in Alberta. Be 18 years of age or older. The applicant must be a resident of British Columbia for a minimum of 6 months. Project must be a start-up, expansion or acquisition. The applicant must be able to contribute 10% equity towards the total project costs. This equity contribution can be cash or an asset at current market value (TBD by MFC). Business must be at least 51% Métis owned and controlled. Business must be located and registered in British Columbia. The Métis owner with at least 51% ownership must have experience in the business industry and/or have the necessary education/qualifications to run the business. The Métis owner with at least 51% ownership must have substantial involvement in the operation of the business. The Métis owner with at least 51% ownership must have the necessary licensing, safety, or certification for their particular business. The applicant must show that the business is viable and sustainable. Project financing cannot contribute to passive investments or gambling products. Can contribute to land and buildings zoned for commercial use. Must have over 50% Métis control over the property or asset. Total project costs must exceed $20,000 and may not exceed $500,000. Projects above $500,000 are exception base and examined case by case. Corporate and personal taxes must be filed and up to date. The applicant must be approved for the loan request to be eligible for grant (grants are not stand alone). Ineligible costs for the program are courses, certifications, licensing, residential building purchases, Air BNB’s/Bed and Breakfasts, home improvements/modifications, and personal wages. Eligible costs for the program include equipment, machinery, inventory, marketing, advertising, and business support costs such as legal, accounting and I.T. Payroll funding is an eligible cost, limited to maximum of 3 months per employee, and must be requested alongside another eligible cost rather than on its own. Ineligible for AEP Grant- Refinancing- Non-Arm’s Length Transactions Sign up for our newsletter to get update information, news about our policy.
- [SMWEP Program](https://mfcbc.ca/services/smwep-program/): Payment Schedule
- [Services](https://mfcbc.ca/services/): Traditional Business Loan Program
- [About](https://mfcbc.ca/about/): Our Vision
- [Home](https://mfcbc.ca/): The Métis Financial Corporation of BC

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