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Nunatsiavut Self-Employment Benefit Program (SEBP)

Nunatsiavut Government (ISET-funded) · Indigenous

In plain language

Provides income support for 26 weeks (6 months) to eligible Labrador Inuit individuals starting a new business, so the founder can focus on launch instead of job-hunting. Annual envelope of about $100K drawn from the federal ISET program Nunatsiavut administers as the NL Inuit ISET holder. Works best layered with actual startup capital from NACCA IWE or Ulnooweg — SEBP covers the person, not the business. Contact Mary Andersen, Business Development Officer (mary.tamma@nunatsiavut.com, 709-922-2942 x250). Relatively fast approval by federal standards because decisions are made locally in Nain. Beneficiary Form enrollment required.

Realistic range

$10,000 – $20,000

Avg award

$15,000

Max advertised

$20,000

Cost share

—

Accessibility

4 / 5

Effort

2 / 5

Deadline

Continuous intake

Repayable?

Who qualifies

Entity types

Sole Proprietor, Individual

Sectors

Any sector

Regions

Nain, Hopedale, Makkovik, Postville, Rigolet, Labrador

Demographics prioritized

Indigenous

What you'll have to report

Weekly or bi-weekly check-ins with Business Development Officer; business plan milestones; monthly financial reporting during the 26-week benefit period; post-program follow-up.