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Launching 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 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…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Difference Between Indigenous Procurement and Social Procurement
Understanding the Difference Between Indigenous Procurement and Social Procurement Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 5 By Gabriel Louër Advancing economic reconciliation in Canada requires implementing both Indigenous and social procurement strategies. As part of the TRC Call to Action 92, many governmental organizations at the provincial and federal level have begun to incorporate…
Read MoreVolunteer Manitoba: Building Communities Through Civic Engagement in the Post-Pandemic Era
Volunteer Manitoba: Building Communities Through Civic Engagement in the Post-Pandemic Era Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 5 By Gabriel Louër Volunteer Manitoba is a non-profit organization located in downtown Winnipeg dedicated to promoting and supporting volunteerism across the province, helping to enrich communities in the process. Its mission is to connect people with…
Read MoreLaunch Your Business: A Practical Guide to Getting Started
Launch Your Business: A Practical Guide to Getting Started Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 5 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…
Read MoreYour Reconciliation Story Matters
Your Reconciliation Story Matters Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 5 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…
Read MoreConnecting Indigenous Communities
Connecting Indigenous Communities Home » Archives for comms_icc » Page 5 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…
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