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How the CPA Profession is Promoting Reconciliation through Education
CPA Manitoba’s innovative Indigenous Learners in Accounting program embeds Indigenous knowledge while increasing representation in the accounting profession.
Read MoreHow Will Tariffs Affect Manitobans and Indigenous-owned Businesses?
US imposes 25% tariffs on Canadian goods, 10% on oil. Economic experts warn of severe impact on Manitoba’s economy and Indigenous-owned businesses in trade-dependent sectors.
Read MoreIndigenous Chamber of Commerce Calls for Stronger Indigenous Procurement Policies Amid U.S. Tariff Impact
Indigenous Chamber of Commerce calls for trade policies recognizing unique needs of Indigenous businesses facing import tariffs and economic challenges.
Read MorePeace Hills Trust: Providing Financial Services for Indigenous Communities
Peace Hills Trust: Providing Financial Services for Indigenous Communities Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 11 By Gabriel Louër For more than four decades, Peace Hills Trust has been a pillar of financial strength and stability for Indigenous communities across Canada. The company has remained steadfast in its mission to support economic development, prosperity…
Read MoreUnlocking the Economic Potential of Indigenous Procurement in Manitoba
Unlocking the Economic Potential of Indigenous Procurement in Manitoba Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 11 Public sector procurement represents a critical yet underutilized opportunity for economic reconciliation in Manitoba and across Canada. Governments at all levels – municipal, provincial, and federal – collectively spend approximately $300 billion annually on goods and services. However,…
Read MoreLaunching Success: Celebrate Indigenous Entrepreneurship at the ICC’s Upcoming Luncheon Event
Launching Success: Celebrate Indigenous Entrepreneurship at the ICC’s Upcoming Luncheon Event Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 11 By Gabriel Louër Marika Schalla Jonah Vialoux Joanie French Last September, the Indigenous Chamber of Commerce (ICC) hosted a fall Luncheon event with Premier Wab Kinew to celebrate and promote three rising Indigenous entrepreneurs within the…
Read MoreHow the ICC is Helping Communities Secure Their Future Through Critical Minerals
How the ICC is Helping Communities Secure Their Future Through Critical Minerals Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 11 By Gabriel Louër Ensuring that Indigenous communities are at the forefront of emerging economic opportunities is a key priority of the Indigenous Chamber of Commerce. For this reason, we are proud to support initiatives like…
Read MoreImproving Credit History: Strategies and Pathways for Indigenous Entrepreneurs
Improving Credit History: Strategies and Pathways for Indigenous Entrepreneurs Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 11 By Gabriel Louër Credit is a fundamental component of any financial system; it enables individuals and entrepreneurs to borrow capital they do not have to build assets and participate in the broader economy. For many Indigenous individuals in…
Read MoreAttracting Indigenous Talent
Attracting Indigenous Talent Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 11 By Gabriel Louër Why Building a Competitive Workplace for Indigenous Workers Matters for Business and for Reconciliation For many Indigenous communities, barriers to entering the workforce can hinder opportunities for economic advancement. Indigenous communities have consistently fared worse in the labour market when compared…
Read MoreUNDRIP in Canada: What It Is, Why It Matters, and Its Role in Reconciliation
UNDRIP in Canada: What It Is, Why It Matters, and Its Role in Reconciliation Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 11 By Gabriel Louër In 2007, the United Nations adopted the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) a global framework for protecting and promoting Indigenous peoples’ rights worldwide. The resolution, which took nearly…
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