Home » Launch Your Business: A Practical Guide to Getting Started By Gabriel Louër A Resource for Young Indigenous Entrepreneurs Starting a business presents both challenges and opportunities, particularly for young Indigenous entrepreneurs, where access to key resources, such as financing and mentorship, is scarce. This brief article will explore some of the available resources…
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Home » Your Reconciliation Story Matters Share Your Story and Win! Original Painting by Riley Osborne. from Norway House Calling all change-makers! Have you hired Indigenous talent? Partnered with an Indigenous supplier? Started meaningful conversations about reconciliation in your workplace? Whether it’s a giant leap or a first step – your story matters. Share your…
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Home » Connecting Indigenous Communities By Gabriel Louër HUB Technology Solutions Enhancing Education and Preserving Languages In many remote indigenous communities, technology has long been out of reach, limiting access to educational resources and opportunities. HUB Technology Solutions is changing the landscape by bridging the digital gap and bringing essential resources to communities in dire…
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Home » Resolution for Reconciliation By Gabriel Louër A New Year’s Commitment for Canadian Businesses As we step into a new year, Canadian businesses have an important opportunity to respond meaningfully to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) Call to Action 92. This call to action urges the corporate sector to engage in economic reconciliation…
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Home » Brian Kelly: The Importance of Allyship By Gabriel Louër Brian Kelly saying a few words after receiving the iCC’s Service Recognition Award | Photo courtesy of the Manitoba PC Caucus At last week’s Toys & Ties event, Brian Kelly, a seasoned business professional with deep roots in Manitoba’s business community, was awarded the…
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Home » Year in Review: Highlighting the ICCs Successes Throughout 2024 By Gabriel Louër The Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (ICC) had an eventful and successful 2024, showcasing its commitment to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses, advancing reconciliation, and fostering collaboration across sectors. Over the months, the ICC hosted a range of events that provided valuable…
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Home » Toys & Ties: Celebrating Community, Creating Change By Gabriel Louër Photo courtesy of the Manitoba PC Caucus The Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (ICC) celebrated a heartwarming and successful Toys & Ties Business Mixer on December 3rd bringing together business leaders, sponsors, government officials, and supporters for a festive and meaningful evening. This event…
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Home » Indigenous Youth Empowerment Celebrated at Business Council of Manitoba Event By Gabriel Louër Photo courtesy of Business Council of Manitoba On the evening of Wednesday, November 20, the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg hosted the Indigenous Education Award Celebration and Job Fair organized by the Business Council of Manitoba. The event featured speeches…
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Home » Building Long Term Relationships with Indigenous Businesses: Three Key Strategies for Meaningful Partnerships By Gabriel Louër In recent years, the economic dimension of reconciliation has become a priority for businesses in the Canadian private sector. The Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 92nd Call to Action emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the private sector…
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Home » ICC Joins Landmark Event on IP Rights and Traditional Knowledge By Veronica Thibault From left to right: Shane Grusko, Sean Ryland (Red Rebel Armour, Inc), Noah Wilson (Futurpreneur), Adam Nepon (Indigenous Chamberof Commerce) The ICC recently participated in IP for Indigenous Entrepreneurs, a groundbreaking event hosted by North Forge and RRC Polytech that…
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