The federal government announced on Feb. 18 that it will provide $3 million in funding for black-led businesses and entrepreneurs in Alberta.
The new funding through Prairies Economic Development Canada (PEDC) includes $1.5 million for the African Canadian Civic Engagement Council to “empower Black youth and early stage entrepreneurs to launch and scale sustainable businesses and social enterprises.” The money will be used to provide training, mentorship, and guidance under the council’s ANZA Entrepreneurship Ecosystem program.
