Canadian Council for Indigenous Business

At CCIB’s Indigenous Women in Leadership Forum on June 4 in Calgary, the Indigenous Leadership and Capacity Building Panel will explore innovation, resilience and leadership across generations. View the full agenda: forum.ccib.ca/forum-agenda/

Now out! The Spring 2026 Indigenous Business Report celebrates Indigenous Women in Leadership, honouring mentors, matriarchs and rising leaders. Featuring Hollie and Billie Fortier, young Indigenous women, and reflections from Tabatha Bull. Read now: ccib.ca/news/indigenou…

Indigenous women entrepreneurs are invited to apply for CCIB’s Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Fund, presented by @lngcanada. The fund supports Indigenous women-owned businesses through funding, resources & networks for growth. Apply by June 22, 2026: ccib.ca/main/iwef-2026/

CCIB has selected Pathways Executive Search, an Indigenous-led firm, to lead the search for our next President & CEO. Over the coming months, they will help identify a leader to build on CCIB’s momentum advancing Indigenous business in Canada. Learn more: tinyurl.com/9ebfe2nz

Discover how Indigenous Knowledge and innovation are shaping Canada’s green building transition. Join CCIB and the Canada Green Building Council (@CAGBC) on May 29 for a webinar on net-zero planning, clean tech and community-focused solutions. Register: tinyurl.com/ykb9586k

CCIB and the @CdnChamberofCom's Data Lab launched the Indigenous Business Insights Tracker, an interactive tool highlighting Indigenous entrepreneurship, trade activity and economic trends across Canada. Explore the tracker today: ccib.ca/research/indig…

Curious how CCIB membership can grow your business? Join tomorrow’s Membership Info Call from 1 to 2 p.m. EDT to explore resources, events, networking, and business supports that help expand your reach and opportunities. Register now: tinyurl.com/zew8fwy7

CCIB’s TIB team is hosting a webinar on June 18 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. EDT featuring Elias Diab from Accerta on cybersecurity readiness for Indigenous and public sector organizations. Learn practical steps to strengthen resilience and preparedness. Register: tinyurl.com/3zuy8ffb

CCIB’s final events of the year are coming to Vancouver Oct. 14–15. Join us for the Indigenous Relations Forum and PAIR Awards, followed by the West Coast Business Forum and Awards Dinner. Early bird pricing ends June 17. Register: events.ccib.ca

CCIB’s Supply Change Indigenous Procurement Marketplace connects Certified Indigenous Businesses and corporate Canada. Join the live orientation, May 20 from 12 -12:45 pm EDT to explore features, strengthen connections & optimize your profile. Register: tinyurl.com/4huaj7v8

CCIB’s office is closed May 18, in observance of the statutory holiday. We will return to regular hours tomorrow May 19, as we continue our important work supporting Indigenous business & advancing the Indigenous economy. We hope everyone is having a safe & happy long weekend!

Join CCIB’s PAIR team on June 17 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. EDT for a webinar on Framework Building and Promising Practices for PAIR. Hear insights from @PwC leaders Mel Fowle and Sherry Marshall on strengthening Indigenous relations through the PAIR framework. tinyurl.com/53k524ch

Today, on @Moose_Hide Campaign Day, people across Canada wear moose hide pins as a stand against gender-based violence. This day reminds us we all have a role in supporting healing, respect and change. Learn more and take action: moosehidecampaign.ca

Join CCIB and the Canada Green Building Council on May 29 from 12 to 1 p.m. EDT for a webinar on green building transition planning for Indigenous businesses. Explore energy efficiency, clean tech, retrofits and more with leading Indigenous experts. tinyurl.com/2fvpers5

Discover what CCIB membership can do for you and your business. Join tomorrow’s webinar from 1 to 2 p.m. EDT to learn how CCIB supports growth through networking, business development tools, and valuable partnerships. Register today: tinyurl.com/ms55kmat

Calling all Certified Indigenous Businesses and corporate Canada! Join the Supply Change Indigenous Procurement Marketplace orientation on May 20 from 12 to 12:45 p.m. EDT to explore key features and strengthen procurement connections. Register: tinyurl.com/47u4u348

How do Elders strengthen leadership across generations? At CCIB’s Indigenous Women in Leadership Forum on June 4 in Calgary, the panel Wisdom of Elders will explore Indigenous knowledge, intergenerational connection and leadership. View the agenda: forum.ccib.ca/forum-agenda/

Want to strengthen your approach to Indigenous partnerships? Join CCIB’s PAIR webinar on May 13 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. EDT to explore framework building and promising practices for advancing Indigenous relations. Register today: tinyurl.com/2epakhtk

In the Winter 2026 Indigenous Business Report, Taking Tech to New Heights highlights Indigenous tech firms creating value-based products and services that address challenges facing Indigenous communities. Read the article on page 24: ccib.ca/news/indigenou…

Please welcome Tiara Folkes as this year’s Indigenous Women in Leadership Award Dinner Host on June 4 in Calgary. A member of Piikani Nation, she brings experience in Indigenous policy and partnerships as we celebrate Juanita Marois. View agenda: forum.ccib.ca/forum-agenda/