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Unlocking the Economic Potential of Indigenous Procurement in Manitoba

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Unlocking the Economic Potential of Indigenous Procurement in Manitoba Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » Page 5 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,…

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Launching Success: Celebrate Indigenous Entrepreneurship at the ICC’s Upcoming Luncheon Event

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Launching Success: Celebrate Indigenous Entrepreneurship at the ICC’s Upcoming Luncheon Event Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » 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…

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How the ICC is Helping Communities Secure Their Future Through Critical Minerals

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How the ICC is Helping Communities Secure Their Future Through Critical Minerals Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » 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…

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Launch Your Business: A Practical Guide to Getting Started

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Launch Your Business: A Practical Guide to Getting Started Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » 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…

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Connecting Indigenous Communities

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Connecting Indigenous Communities Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » 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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Brian Kelly: The Importance of Allyship

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Brian Kelly: The Importance of Allyship Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » Page 5 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…

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Toys & Ties: Celebrating Community, Creating Change

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Toys & Ties: Celebrating Community, Creating Change Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » Page 5 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…

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Indigenous Youth Empowerment Celebrated at Business Council of Manitoba Event

Young person at the Indigenous Education Awards event. Phot courtesy of the the Business Council of Manitoba.

Indigenous Youth Empowerment Celebrated at Business Council of Manitoba Event Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » Page 5 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…

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Building Long Term Relationships with Indigenous Businesses

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Building Long Term Relationships with Indigenous Businesses Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » Page 5 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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ICC Joins Landmark Event on IP Rights and Traditional Knowledge

ICC Vice Chair, Adam Nepon, speaking at a panel for the IP for Indigenous Entrepreneurs event hosted by North Forge and RRC

ICC Joins Landmark Event on IP Rights and Traditional Knowledge Home » Indigenous economic empowerment » Page 5 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…

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