Describe and show clear vision for the future of the business and demonstrate potential for business growth.

• What plans do you have for future business growth in the next two years?
• How would a $10,000 investment benefit your business?

Describe how nominee provides opportunities and inspires other young entrepreneurs or community members. Demonstrate commitment to being a change maker or innovator.

• How do you inspire other Indigenous entrepreneurs in the community?
• Do you provide any mentoring or other opportunities for young entrepreneurs?

Describe how nominee actively engages with and supports their community and demonstrated a commitment to giving back.

• How have you engaged with and supported your community?
• Have you demonstrated a commitment to giving back?

Nominees will be required to show additional documentation.

• Two letters of reference are required to complete the nomination.
• Applicants must be able to provide proof of Indigenous heritage upon request, in alignment with the CCIB’s certification criteria. To review accepted documents of Indigenous heritage, please click here and scroll down to Proof of Indigenous heritage.
  https://www.ccib.ca/membership/certified-indigenous-business-cib/
• Proof that individual was born in 1992 or earlier are eligible for this award