A Pathway to Prosperity and Self-Determination by Supporting Investments in Major Projects
The Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation manages the $10-billion federal Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program, which supports Indigenous groups in acquiring equity ownership in major projects.
Major projects are defined as large-scale or capital-intensive initiatives that involve the development, construction, or acquisition of significant in situ physical assets. They should derive their revenue and cash flow primarily from the operation, leasing, or commercial use of those assets over time.
A major project may be at the advanced planning stage with development or construction expected to begin in the near future, under development or construction, or an operational asset that was considered a major project when it was built. The acquisition of a major project may include an operating business.
Eligible major projects may exist or be developed in any industry sector (other than gaming).
Providing Access to Capital to Unlock Opportunities
Facilitating access to affordable capital is a proven way to ensure that Indigenous communities can benefit from local economic opportunities on their own terms. By providing Indigenous groups access to affordable capital, the program is a key economic reconciliation measure that will make sure we all benefit from Canada’s prosperity.
The Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation can provide loan guarantees between $20 million and $1 billion.
Our first loan guarantee was announced in May 2025 for $400 million of a $736-million investment by 38 First Nations in British Columbia for a 12.5% stake in a natural gas pipeline system.
News
March 27, 2026
Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation applauds Kristan Straub’s appointment as Laurentian University Chancellor
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March 10, 2026
Second Loan Guarantee Issued Under the Federal Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program
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February 27, 2026
Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation Seeks Directors for its Board
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January 14, 2026
Kristan Straub Appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation
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July 2, 2025
Federal Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program Confirms Issuance of its First Loan Guarantee
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March 21, 2025
Prime Minister Carney meets with the leaders of the National Indigenous Organizations
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March 17, 2025
Michael Bonshor Appointed as Board Chair of Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation
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Dec 16, 2024
Fall Economic Statement 2024: Launching the Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program
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April 23, 2024
Remarks by the Deputy Prime Minister on a fairer future for every generation of Indigenous Peoples.
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