Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund 2026 (With up to $125,000 in Funding)

The Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.

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About Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund

Opportunity Details

  • Date Published: October 21, 2025
  • Application Deadline: January 09, 2026
  • Category: Entrepreneurs Grants
  • Oppotunity Locations: Canada

The Ecosystem Fund is part of Canada’s Black Entrepreneurship Program (BEP).It supports Black-led not-for-profit organizations that provide business services like mentorship, training, networking, outreach, and capacity building.The goal is to strengthen the Black entrepreneurship ecosystem and contribute to a stronger Canadian economy.

Benefits of Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund

  • The Funding amount is normally between $125,000 and a maximum of  $3 million per project in non-repayable contribution funding.

Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund Requirements

  • An incorporated not-for-profit organization in Canada or Ontario that operates in southern Ontario whose primary focus is to support businesses and/or community economic development.
  • A Black-led not-for-profit organization that demonstrates all of the following criteria:
    • Minimum two-thirds of leadership positions (directors, founders, etc.) in the organization are occupied primarily by people who self-identify as Black.
    • A governance structure (volunteer committee, advisory board, eldership circle, etc.), which is composed primarily of people who self-identify as Black (minimum two-thirds of positions).
    • A mandate, activities and outcomes that are focused on supporting members of Black communities.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver business support services and reach the Black community.

Application Date and Process

  • Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

09 January, 2026

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