Who We Are
As a not-for-profit Indigenous Financial Institution, we are dedicated to serving entrepreneurs, businesses, and First Nation communities across the region. Our wide range of services are tailored to support Indigenous business growth and economic prosperity. From providing tailored financing solutions to offering comprehensive business support services, facilitating community planning initiatives, and delivering workshops and bookkeeping training, our goal is to empower your success.
Whether you are seeking funding to kickstart your business venture, assistance in building community capacity, or professional business advice, NADF is here to help you every step of the way. Let us help you prosper and make your business dreams a reality.
Our Mission Statement
To advance the well-being of Indigenous Peoples in Northern Ontario through business and economic development.
Our Vision
Indigenous Prosperity
Our Service Area
NADF supports First Nation communities and Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses across Northern Ontario.
Our programs and services are tailored to benefit both wholly-owned or majority-owned Indigenous businesses and entities, whether they are situated on or off-reserve. We extend our reach to the territories of the Nishnawbe Aski Nation (Treaty 9 and Treaty 5), Treaty 3, and Robinson-Superior 1850, including Independent First Nations.
At NADF, we're dedicated to fostering economic growth and empowerment within Indigenous communities. Discover how our initiatives can help your business thrive.
NADF History
NADF was incorporated in 1984 and officially established in 1987. Today, we support Indigenous business and economic development in the territories of the Nishnawbe Aski Nation (Treaty 9 and Treaty 5), the north shore of Robinson-Superior 1850, and Grand Council Treaty 3.
