IAPO – More than farm and agribusiness financing
Established in 1984, IAPO is a First Nation not for profit corporation which endeavours to empower First Nation communities through financial support and training for farmers.
If you’re a First Nation farmer or agribusiness owner in Ontario, we can assist you with financing, advisory services, training, and workshops. IAPO programs have been developed for First Nation agricultural businesses and can work in partnership with other programs.
While agriculture is core to IAPO, in 2013 the Board of Directors approved the expansion of lending services to include general business financing. To date, IAPO has provided financing for construction, transportation, trucking, retail, service and manufacturing businesses.
IAPO Vision
Empowered First Nations Communities
Who do we help?
Status First Nations members residing in Ontario.
IAPO has an experienced staff, trained in agriculture, lending, and business management ready to help you succeed.
Our Board of Directors
IAPO operates under the guidance of our Board of Directors. Directors, representing four districts, are elected by IAPO’s membership and are selected for their experience, training and skills in farming, business, community economic development, and finance.
Peterborough District
Amanda Ioannou, Chairman
Jane Chartrand, Director
London Bruce District
Lorne Loulas
Brantford District
Scott Hill, Vice Chairman
Loan Review Committee
Curt Cooper, Chairman
Sudbury District
Annette Peltier-Flamand, Secretary-Treasurer