Canadian Council for Indigenous Business

Discover how Indigenous Knowledge and innovation are helping redefine Canada’s green building transition. Join CCIB’s research team and the CAGBC | Canada Green Building Council on Fri., May 29, from 12 to 1 p.m. EDT for an engaging Green Building Series webinar focused on research and knowledge-sharing initiatives that support CAGBC’s Net-Zero Carbon Transition Planning Guide (TP Guide). Hear from Trevor Trainor, President of Bawating Building Science and Wanda Dalla Costa, AIA, FRAIC, LEED AP, Founding Director of Arizona State University’s Indigenous Design Collective, and a panel of distinguished Indigenous building experts as they explore energy efficiency, emissions reduction, clean technologies, occupant well-being, retrofits, and community-focused solutions supporting Canada’s net-zero future. Funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Codes Acceleration Fund, this webinar will conclude with a brief Q&A session. #ccib #indigenousbusiness #CAGBC #greenbuilding #cleanenergy #sustainabledevelopment #buildingbetter #ecofriendly #indigenousinnovation #energyefficiency #NRCan

Indigenous businesses are making meaningful contributions to major projects and international trade, and it’s important to tell the stories of their participation in the economy to fully understand the successes and remaining obstacles. In collaboration with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab, CCIB has launched the Indigenous Business Insights Tracker, an interactive tool designed to provide a clearer picture of Indigenous entrepreneurship and the growing impact of Indigenous businesses across Canada. Updated quarterly, the tracker provides timely, actionable insights into business outlooks, trade activity, cross-border commerce, tariffs and the challenges Indigenous businesses are navigating in today’s evolving economy. It highlights the experiences and contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit entrepreneurs, helping businesses, policymakers, researchers, and communities better understand the Indigenous business landscape. Explore the tracker today on CCIB’s website. #CCIB #BusinessDataLab #CanadianChamber #IndigenousBusiness #EconomicData #BusinessInsights #Trade #CdnEcon

Curious how CCIB membership can help elevate your business’s visibility, reach and impact? Discover the full value of your membership. Join CCIB’s Membership team tomorrow from 1 to 2 p.m. EDT for a Membership Info Call designed to help you make the most of your CCIB experience. Learn how to access exclusive resources, business supports, signature events, training opportunities, and programs that support Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses across Canada. Explore how membership can help open doors to procurement opportunities, strengthen relationships with corporate and community partners, and connect you to a dynamic national network. Whether you are new to CCIB, an existing member, or considering joining our growing community, this session will help you better understand how to turn your membership into a strategic advantage. Bring your questions, connect with the team, and discover practical ways to unlock more value from your membership. Your next opportunity starts with one conversation. #ccib #businessgrowth #indigenousbusiness #networkingopportunities #growyourbusiness #businesscommunity #opportunitiesforbusiness #strategicgrowth #businessdevelopment

CCIB’s Tools for Indigenous Business (TIB) team is hosting an informative webinar on Thurs. June 18 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. EDT featuring guest speaker Elias D. from Accerta, a Canadian-owned and operated GovTech firm that partners with governments and public sector organizations to deliver innovative, secure, scalable, and people-centred digital solutions. Moderated by Salina Copland, Sales Coordinator, Business Development, Elias will present a structured approach to assessing cybersecurity readiness for Indigenous and public sector organizations. Using a practical checklist, participants will gain clear insights into key risk areas and actionable steps to strengthen governance, resilience, and incident preparedness. #CCIB #indigenousbusiness #cybersecurity #riskmanagement #cyberawareness #digitalsecurity

This fall, CCIB brings two signature events to Vancouver, centred on advancing economic reconciliation through business, with registration now open for these final events of the year. On Oct. 14, 2026, the Indigenous Relations Forum and PAIR Awards mark 25 years of progress, recognizing outstanding Indigenous and non-Indigenous partnerships and concluding with a milestone anniversary reception. The following day, Oct. 15, 2026, the West Coast Business Forum and Awards Dinner brings Indigenous leaders, entrepreneurs and corporate partners together for a full day of insight and an evening recognizing the recipients of the Excellence in Indigenous Relations, Indigenous Business of the Year, and the new Indigenous Small Business of the Year Awards. Plan ahead and save with early bird pricing ending June 17. #CCIB #VancouverEvents #IndigenousBusiness #IndigenousRelations #Awards #PAIR #WCBF

CCIB's Supply Change™ Indigenous Procurement Marketplace is designed to support meaningful connections between Certified Indigenous Businesses (CIBs) and organizations committed to Indigenous procurement. If you are a CIB or part of corporate Canada, then join CCIB’s Supply Change team tomorrow, May 20, from 12 to 12:45 p.m. EDT for a live drop-in orientation of the enhanced Supply Change™ Indigenous Procurement Marketplace. For CIBs, the enhanced marketplace offers improved tools to help your business stand out and be discovered by organizations actively seeking Indigenous goods and services. For corporate Canada, advancing your Indigenous procurement efforts is now easier and more efficient. Discover how to identify, engage with and report on Certified Indigenous suppliers as we walk you through key marketplace features and demonstrate how to update and optimize your organization’s profile. The orientation will also include a live Q&A. #ccib #indigenousprocurement #supplychain #indigenousbusiness #economicreconciliation #indigenousentrepreneurs #inclusiveprocurement #supplierdiversity #procurementopportunities #corporatecanada

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

This June, you’re invited to join CCIB’s Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) team for their upcoming webinar, Framework Building and Promising Practices for PAIR, on June 17 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. EDT. This informative session features guest speakers Mel Fowle, Senior Indigenous Reconciliation Manager (PAIR lead), and Sherry Marshall, CCTE, GTP, CSP, Procurement Services & Indigenous Procurement Leader from PwC, discussing building its framework at the Committed-level in conversation with Victoria Prue from the PAIR team. Mel is a proud Cree-Métis woman with a deep commitment to fostering inclusive relationships with Indigenous communities, elders, youth and organizations. With an approach centering on building trust and mutual understanding, her leadership in the PAIR certification process and the Indigenous Inclusion Network has resulted in meaningful progress toward reconciliation. Sherry, a member of the Batchewana First Nation, facilitates the active participation of Indigenous-owned businesses and their active participation in Canada’s economy. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Mel and Sherry share insights that can help your organization strengthen Indigenous relations through the PAIR framework. #ccib #PwC #indigenousrelations #reconciliationinaction #indigenousinclusion #indigenousleadership #corporatereconciliation

Today, on Moose Hide Campaign Day, people across Canada are wearing moose hide pins as a collective stand against gender-based violence. This small piece of moose hide carries a powerful message of solidarity and a commitment to ending gender-based violence in all its forms. We all have a role to play. Ending the violence starts with conversations and actions that everyone can take, especially men and boys, to support reconciliation, healing, and respect for women, children and all people along the gender continuum. We also recognize the heartbreaking reality that Indigenous women are twice as likely to experience violence from their current or former partner. This must stop. Together, we can create meaningful change. #moosehidecampaignday #genderbasedviolence #communityhealing #violenceprevention

Be part of the conversation on Fri., May 29 from 12 to 1 p.m. EDT as CCIB’s research team and the CAGBC | Canada Green Building Council co-host an informative Green Building Series: Transition Planning Insights for Indigenous Businesses webinar on research and knowledge-sharing initiatives that support CAGBC’s Net-Zero Carbon Transition Planning Guide (TP Guide). Hear from Trevor Trainor, President of Bawating Building Science, along with a distinguished panel of leading Indigenous building experts, discussing the TP Guide and Canada's green building transition strategy. Grounded in real-world experience, the session will include topics surrounding: • Energy efficiency • Emissions reduction • Clean technologies • Occupant well-being • Retrofits Funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Codes Acceleration Fund, the discussion will include practical considerations tailored to Indigenous communities, followed by a brief Q&A session. This is the second webinar in a series focused on green building initiatives and Indigenous businesses, building on the first session held on March 31, 2025. #ccib #indigenousbusiness #CAGBC #greenbuilding #cleanenergy #sustainabledevelopment #buildingbetter #ecofriendly #indigenousinnovation #energyefficiency #NRCan