CCDF BLOG

Before filling out your Funding Application and Personal Financial Statement for the Clarence Campeau Development Fund (CCDF) and SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation (SMEDCO), check out the blog below! We understand that starting the application process can be...

Continuing our exploration of financial statements, we now turn our attention to the Cash Flow Statement. This statement provides invaluable insights into the movement of cash within your business during a specific period. While the Income Statement and Balance Sheet...

Starting a business as a young Métis entrepreneur can be difficult but very rewarding! Often, we see young people with the skills and abilities to start a successful business but lack the finances to get going. Despite lacking the cash equity required, Métis Youth are...

Resource for Starting, Purchasing, or Expanding Métis Women-owned Business in Saskatchewan For over 20 years, we’ve helped hundreds of Métis Women start, expand, or purchase a business in Saskatchewan. From dog grooming to business coaching and everything in between,...

After receiving financing for your Métis owned business from the Clarence Campeau Development Fund, you must provide yearly financial statements. This is a standard requirement among all lenders and carries significant significance. These statements offer crucial...

One thing we hear a lot is, I don’t know where to start. And that’s okay! We’ve complied a go-to checklist for Métis entrepreneurs looking to start, expand, or purchase a business in Saskatchewan. This resource will give you the top items you should think about...

Once you receive financing for your Métis owned business from the Clarence Campeau Development Fund, we ask that you provide us with yearly financial statements.  Any other lender will do the same.  You may ask, why? Financial statements provide valuable information...

What is the purpose of the Clarence Campeau Development Fund? The purpose of the Fund is to stimulate economic development activities of Métis people and communities, autonomous from any political influence. Our goal is to: Create an effective and efficient...

A business loan is designed to protect an entrepreneur’s cash flow and help build or develop their business. The Federal CEBA loan or the Federal Métis Emergency Capital Assistance Program is intended to provide Métis owned businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19...

It’s hard to keep track of all the funding agencies out there. But don’t worry, we’re making it easy for you. Here, you’ll find a summary of the main options for financing your next Métis owned business in Saskatchewan. Clarence Campeau Development Fund We offer both...

Our approach to business funding is different. While the bank is focused on securing assets, we’re focused on the entrepreneur’s opportunity. Entrepreneurship is a personal journey, and we want to make sure you have the right mix of experiences, skills, and...

Most of us didn’t start our business because we had a dream of being an accountant. However, as we learn through the journey, financial management is one of the most important skills we need to succeed as entrepreneurs. Financial management is the ability to plan and...

It’s no secret that our financial behaviours have a significant impact on our personal life, but let’s not forget about the business side of things. There are 8 key financial behaviours that you should know – and that we cover in The Finance Cafe program – that...

Unlock Financial Success for Métis Entrepreneurs with CCDF: 0% Interest Loans! While we do have grants available for business planning, support, and equity contributions, we also provide interest-free loans. These loans act as equity without the burden of interest...

Embarking on the journey of entrepreneurship is an exciting endeavor, filled with opportunities and challenges. As a Métis entrepreneur, you may find yourself at a crossroads when deciding whether to buy an existing business or start a new one from scratch. Both...