Clarence Campeau Development Fund

I wouldn't have been able to launch my new business venture without the help of CCDF's 0% Youth Program Loan and MEEP grant. Not only did these programs provide me with the equity to bring my vision to fruition, but the 0% interest loan paired with the generous grant reduced any anxiety standing in the way of me taking the next step. The application process (and sole proprietorship in general) was all unchartered territory for me, but the team at CCDF did a wonderful job of making the material approachable and not overwhelming. They also facilitated an effortless partnership with my term-lender which ensured everyone was on the same page throughout the process. I'm very grateful to have CCDF on my team!

Clarence Campeau Development Fund helped me strategically plan for success as I open up my own training studio. The team was phenomenal to deal with. I specifically dealt with Maxine, who is such a wonderful person and truly cares about her clientele. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with CCDF to establish a solid foundation for my business and to make goals moving forward. Thank you for you continue support in my new venture as I expand my business!

I feel very fortunate to have received support from CCDF to start my online store. There is no way as a single mom and a student that I would of been able to afford to start my business. As this being my first time starting a business I had a ton of questions and had no idea what I was doing in the beginning. I am extremely grateful to have been able to work closely with Victoria throughout this process, she made everything really easy for me. The service and personal interest she gave me was exceptional and beyond what I expected. Not only financially was I supported, CCDF put me in touch with many other programs to further help my business. They put me in touch with other local Métis businesses, who are now also a huge support in my business! At 26 I now have a business that drives my passion and I couldn’t be more excited for what’s to come !

I cannot thank Victoria and the folks at Clarence Campeau Development Fund enough for helping me scale my business to meet the needs of our clients in an ever-changing market.CCDF worked with my company, Feral Peril Wildlife & Pest Control Inc. to secure the funding to purchase our building at 628 Albert Street in Regina. Throughout the entire process CCDF was amazing. They were there for me every step of the way, always checking in to see how my business was going and to ensure that my needs we taken care of.Through CCDF, I was able to take my business to the next level by gaining the capacity to store our tools, materials, products, and to also have an office and retail space for our staff to work in and our clients to meet us in person to learn more about our products and services.Meeting CCDF was a turning point for my business, and I am grateful for everything that they have done to help us move forward.Feral Peril Wildlife & Pest Control Inc.Carman GosselinRegina, Saskatchewan

Great meeting with a tremendous business success story that builds relationships and offers opportunity for the Saskatchewan metis community.

When I decided to start a business there was so many things to consider and the process was overwhelming at times. Luckily, I had Clarence Campeau Development Fund to guide me through the entire process. CCDF was there every step of the way from financial support to business planing. Without there help my business would not be as successful as it is in our first year of operations. Clarence Campeau Development Fund is an excellent organization dedicated to the development and support of Metis Entrepreneurs.