Aboriginal Aquatic Resource and Oceans Management Program (AAROM)
AAROM funds the establishment of resource management bodies with the scientific and technical expertise that assists Aboriginal people to play a larger role in fisheries and oceans management.
www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca    
Tel: 613-993-0999       TTY: 613-941-6517

Aboriginal Business and International Trade
A comprehensive source of export information to assist Aboriginal Business.
www.aboriginaltrade.ca

Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy (AFS)
AFS supports the effective management of Aboriginal fisheries in a manner consistent with the Supreme Court of Canada’s Sparrow decision. Under the strategy, the Department negotiates agreements and funds Aboriginal fisheries projects in order to improve the fisheries management skills and capacity of Aboriginal groups, as well as to provide commercial fishing opportunities, vessels and fishing gear.
www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca
(Click on “Fisheries and Aquaculture Management” in the left-hand navigation bar, then click on subsequent “Aboriginal Policy & Governance” and “Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy” links.)

Aboriginal Tourism British Columbia
Aboriginal Tourism BC has over 160 Tourism Operators and Services within British Columbia, Yukon and Alberta.
www.atbc.bc.ca

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC)
Businesses operating in agriculture or agri-food industries can benefit from extensive information and other services available through AAFC. Information on markets and regulations, and financial support for farming and marketing/distribution of food products in Canada and abroad are examples. AAFC also supports the Aboriginal Farm Business Management Pilot Program, available to First Nations people in Ontario.
www.agr.gc.ca        
Tel: 613-759-1000                   TTY: 613-759-7470

Canadian Heritage Financial Support Programming
The Department of Canadian Heritage offers a number of programs that support the arts and cultural industries.
www.pch.gc.ca/pc-ch/pubs/2004/index_e.cfm
Tel: 866-811-0055                               TTY: 819-997-3123

Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC)
The CTC works with the tourism industry and private and public sector partners to market Canada as a four-season destination. This includes partnering with businesses and organizations to develop strategies and conduct research that will benefit the Aboriginal tourism industry. Visit the CTC Web site for information on products, markets and research.
www.canadatourism.com 
Tel: 613-946-1000

Export Source
Canada’s most comprehensive source of information and practical tools for new or experienced exporters.
www.exportsource.ca

First Nations Forestry Program
This program helps First Nations take advantage of opportunities in the forestry sector by fostering effective management and planning practices, and promoting skills development, technology transfer, and business planning.
www.fnfp.gc.ca

Indian and Inuit Art Centres – Acquisition and Exhibition Program
This program gives Aboriginal artists a chance to exhibit and sell their works. It also assists in providing an exhibition history that is needed when applying for financing  or for grants from arts funding groups.
www.ainc-inac.gc.ca/ch       (Click on “Indian and Inuit Art”)       
Tel: 819-994-1264

Natural Resources Canada – Minerals and Metals Sector
Businesses seeking opportunities in the mining industry will find information on markets, regulations and initiatives on Natural Resource Canada’s Minerals and Metals Sector Web site.
www.nrcan-rncan.gc.ca/mms


Telefilm Canada’s Aboriginal-Language Productions
Through this fund, Telefilm Canada supports the development and production of Aboriginal-language television programming.
www.telefilm.gc.ca           
Tel: 800-567-0890

Trade Routes
This program helps cultural and arts enterprises and non-profit organizations pursue business development opportunities in international markets. A range of services and support, including financing, is available.
www.pch.gc.ca/index_e.cfm
Tel: 866-999-7233