Finance: Section Contents

Bank Programs

This section provides all current First Nation's access to programs with major financial institutions. Program highlights includes financial program overview and links to the applicable financial institute.

Borrowing

This section provides all you need to know about the criteria for lending from major financial institutions and how to prepare your First Nation to be ready for borrowing.

Business Plans

A business plan is required for every project that requires external investment.  A solid business plan will provide potential lenders with a professional review of your project including the value your community brings to the project, need and demand, market research and financial analysis.

Forecasting

This section provides the Housing Managers with tools to assist in financial planning and forecasting.

Insurance

This section reviews the insurance requirements for First Nation Housing including homeowner insurance and tenant insurance minimum requirements.  Links to insurance companies with a focus and understanding of First Nations housing are included.

Ministerial Loan Guarantees (MLGs)

This section provides the documents and federal policies, procedures, schedules and forms related to Ministerial Loan Guarantees through DIAND  for housing loans on reserve.