ABORIGINAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
COVID 19 update - Manitoba in Restricted (RED) Level
Provincial Response Level: CRITICAL
Community spread of COVID-19 is not contained and/or there are significant strains on our health care system. As of Thurday, November 12, the province of Manitoba moved to the Critical level (red) on the #RestartMB Pandemic Response System to halt COVID-19 transmission and protect Manitoba's most vulnerable citizens.
Updated public health orders went into effect November 20 at 12:01 a.m. and will further restrict gatherings at private residences and allow critical retailers to only sell essential items. These restrictions will be in place until at least December 11, 2020.
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ABORIGINAL CHAMBER RELEASES TWO MAJOR RFPS
On November 25th, The Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce released two Request for Proposals - both designed to create programs and solutions that help[p help us serve our members in this changing business environment. Successful candidates will assist the Chamber in revising its current event policy in one of two categories:
Please note - per our operating policies, preference in the selection process will be given to a Chamber member. |
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Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce is seeking a new Administrative Specialist
The ACC is currently looking to hire a new Administrative Specialist, who will play a significant role in continuing to build ACC’s value to Indigenous businesses in Manitoba. In addition to facing the short-term challenges created by the pandemic, ACC is undertaking several projects that create added strategic value for our Indigenous business members. These are both challenging and exciting times for ACC, and for the right person, this can be a great opportunity. The job closes on December 21, 2020. For more information on the job description, click here! |
INDIGENOUS BUSINESS STABILIZATION PROGRAM (IBSP)
One of the Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce’s own members, First Peoples Economic Growth Fund (FPEGF), has been designated to help First Nations businesses access the program – which provides eligible businesses with financing up to $40,000.
The Fund allows eligible businesses up to a maximum financing amount of $40,000, comprised of a 25% non-repayable contribution and a 75% interest-free loan to be repaid within 48 months. The application process is not complicated, and the people at FPEGF are there to help you along the way.
If you’re interested download the IBSP application form at FPEGF’s website www.firstpeoplesfund.ca or contact the First Peoples Economic Growth Fund at IBSP@firstpeoplesfund.ca.
The Government of Manitoba recently announced a significant expansion to their
Back to Work Manitoba program initiative. For information on how this expansion
may help your business, click here.
PROVINCE OPENS INTAKE FOR THE MANITOBA BRIDGE GRANT
Please be advised that the new Manitoba Bridge Grant will provide an immediate non-repayable, taxable, one-time grant of $5,000 to eligible Manitoba businesses and organizations that are required to fully close their premises to the public as a result of Manitoba COVID-19 Prevention Orders. The Grant came into effect November 12, 2020 and the application deadline is December 15th, 2020. For more information on the Grant and to Apply - Apply Here
Please be advised that the new Manitoba Bridge Grant will provide an immediate non-repayable, taxable, one-time grant of $5,000 to eligible Manitoba businesses and organizations that are required to fully close their premises to the public as a result of Manitoba COVID-19 Prevention Orders. The Grant came into effect November 12, 2020 and the application deadline is December 15th, 2020. For more information on the Grant and to Apply - Apply Here
COVID-19 - RESOURCES AND SUPPORTS
As a business owner or employee, you have questions and concerns about how COVID-19 will effect you. To help you through this, here are relevant and credible tools and resources.
Government of Canada
Full List of Resources from Government of Canada
Government of Manitoba City of Winnipeg Canadian Chamber of Commerce Resources
As a business owner or employee, you have questions and concerns about how COVID-19 will effect you. To help you through this, here are relevant and credible tools and resources.
Government of Canada
Full List of Resources from Government of Canada
Government of Manitoba City of Winnipeg Canadian Chamber of Commerce Resources
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