What does Nch'ḵaỷ Development Corporation invest in?
Nch'ḵaỷ Development Corporation is an equity and venture investor investing in Indigenous businesses in British Columbia. Squamish Nation development arm delivering major real estate and infrastructure partnerships. An internal Nation vehicle, not an external fund.
Indicative deal size: $5M+. Actual amounts depend on the business, the project and the security available, and are confirmed deal by deal.
What is an equity and venture investor?
Equity investors provide capital in exchange for ownership, a guarantee, or a share of returns. Equity is dilutive, so it is weighed carefully against what it costs in community ownership and control.
What investors look for
Growth potential
A credible plan for how the business grows and how the investor eventually earns a return.
Governance
Clear ownership, decision rights and reporting that an investor can rely on.
Financial records
Statements and a forecast that hold up to diligence.
Alignment
Shared expectations on control, community ownership and timeline.
Pairing equity with other capital
Most well-structured Indigenous business financings combine sources: grants or equity contributions first, then developmental, Crown or bank debt for the balance. See how our debt advisory and placement service runs a lender process.