Indigenous Small Business of the Year
The NEW Indigenous Small Business of the Year Award honours the achievements and contributions of an Indigenous business that significantly supports and enriches the economic, social, and cultural well-being of Indigenous communities. For the first time, you can self-nominate. This award will be presented in Vancouver, Oct. 15, 2026. Nominations are now CLOSED Eligibility Criteria [...]
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Indigenous Women in Leadership & Award Dinner in Calgary
CCIB returns to Calgary for the Indigenous Women in Leadership & Award Dinner, celebrating purpose‑driven leadership.
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Challenges, Opportunities, and Solutions for Indigenous Participation in Canadian Defence Procurement
This report examines the challenges and strategic benefits of increasing Indigenous participation in Canadian defence procurement. Despite current mandates, systemic barriers, verification issues, and complex technical requirements severely hinder progress. The brief proposes actionable reforms for both government and Indigenous businesses to streamline procedures, better integrate ITB policy, and advance economic reconciliation.
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Indigenous Engagement on Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy
CCIB and Global Affairs Canada explored Indigenous business engagement in Indo-Pacific markets, highlighting challenges.
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Sean Willy – 2026 IBLA Award
2026 Sean Willy Sean Willy is the CEO of Des Nedhe Group, the economic development corporation of English River First Nation. Since taking over the role Sean, a member of the Deninu Kue First Nation in the NWT, has taken Des Nedhe to a national & international stage, growing & diversifying into new business sectors [...]
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Lineva Air Solutions Ltd
About Lineva Air Solutions Ltd Leneva Air Solutions is an Indigenous-owned Canadian distributor and technical partner specializing in clean air systems for extreme industrial environments. We provide engineered solutions for operator cabs, electrical enclosures, clean rooms, and diesel engine air intake, helping clients reduce dust, fumes, and carcinogenic exposure in line with emerging occupational health [...]
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KAPP Infrastructure Inc.
About KAPP Infrastructure Inc. KAPP Infrastructure Inc., established in 1984, has developed a long and trusted history of expertly managing and executing infrastructure projects across Ontario that stand the test of time. Our commitment to delivering results with honesty and integrity spans over 40 years. Our head office is located at 161 Trade Valley Drive, [...]
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Indigenize Toys
About Indigenize Toys Indigenize Toys designs and deploys community-owned Indigenous language learning tools for children and families. Founded by Snuneymuxw member Jon Rabeneck, the company builds programmable audio devices and customizable flashcard kits that allow Nations to record, approve, and distribute their own language content without data extraction or third-party ownership. The model is structured [...]
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Heartland Coatings Ltd.
About Heartland Coatings Ltd. I would like to take this opportunity to introduce Heartland Coatings and provide information about the services we provide that may be of use to you on any of your upcoming projects. We are the one-stop source for all your field abrasive blasting and industrial coatings for tanks, waste water, pipelines [...]
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Vibe.FX inc.
About Vibe.FX inc. Vibe.FX Inc. is a Canada–based industrial services company specializing in rotating equipment reliability, precision installation, and maintenance support. We deliver turnkey mechanical services including vibration analysis, motion amplification, dynamic balancing, laser alignment, precision grouting, industrial fan installation, pump and compressor installation, dry-ice blasting, and high-velocity oil flushing through our Clean Oil Services [...]
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