# Indigenous Venture Challenge > A $50,000+ investment opportunity for Indigenous-led ventures. Patient, kind capital rooted in reciprocity and long-term vision via Shared Earnings Agreements (SEAL). The Indigenous Venture Challenge connects Indigenous founders across Canada with angel investors who back durable, values-aligned businesses. Eligible applicants have at least one Indigenous founder; applications are accepted in English and French. ## Pages - [Home](/): Overview of the 2026 Indigenous Venture Challenge, timeline, and how to apply. - [2025 Recap](/2025-venture-challenge): Stats, funded recipients, and testimonials from the 2025 cohort. - [About](/about): Mission, investment model, and the team behind the challenge. - [Join as Investor](/join-investors): How angel investors can back Indigenous-led ventures through SEAL agreements. - [Eligibility](/eligibility): Requirements to apply as a founder.