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Community Development CCAB has researched relationships between economic development and community development through qualitative and quantitative measures. Understanding these relationships is important to pursuing economic reconciliation and connecting the Indigenous economy, private business, and their impacts on Indigenous communities. Read the report COVID-19 Indigenous Business Survey Phase III CCAB presents a third phase of research [...] Read MoreAboriginal Economic Development Corporations
Aboriginal Economic Development Corporations are the economic and business development arm of a First Nations, Métis or Inuit government, and are a major economic driver for Indigenous communities. These community-owned businesses invest in, own and/or manage subsidiary businesses with the goal of providing financial support to advance community interests. AEDCs play a major role in [...] Read MoreIndustry Focus
There are over 50,000 Indigenous businesses in Canada, and they contribute to all sectors and industries across the country. Each industry presents different challenges and opportunities, and CCAB research investigates these to identify needs and solutions for each area. These industry-specific reports highlight Indigenous business capacity, success, opportunities for change. Read the report Success and [...] Read MoreProcurement and Supply Chains
Indigenous procurement is an important driver of economic reconciliation and development for Indigenous communities. It generates revenue for Indigenous businesses and forms relationships between corporations and Governments through business agreements and partnerships. Including Indigenous businesses in supply chains is one of the most important ways governments and industry can support Indigenous business, as it moves [...] Read MorePrivate Business
Indigenous business has long been overlooked – many people are surprised to find out that there are over 50,000 Indigenous businesses in Canada alone. CCAB research provides in-depth analysis of this unique part of the economy. Through national surveys, qualitative interviews, and statistical analysis, CCAB helps to showcase the accomplishments of Indigenous businesses and identify [...] Read MoreCCAB announces Dr. Deborah Saucier as the 2020 recipient of the Indigenous Women in Leadership Award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | July 24, 2020 CCAB announces Dr. Deborah Saucier as the 2020 recipient of the Indigenous Women in Leadership Award Toronto, ON – July 24, 2020 – Today, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) and TD Bank Group reveal Dr. Deborah Saucier as the recipient of the 2020 Indigenous Women in Leadership […]
Read MoreOntario Supports Indigenous Businesses During COVID-19
NEWS July 23, 2020 Ontario Supports Indigenous Businesses During COVID-19 Ontario Together Fund Investment will Help Deliver Online Tools and Supports to Entrepreneurs and Business Owners TORONTO — The Ontario government is providing the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) with $110,000 from the Ontario Together Fund to deliver online tools and resources that will […]
Read MoreCCAB recognizes Ntityix Development LP with the 2020 Aboriginal Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) award
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | July 22, 2020 CCAB recognizes Ntityix Development LP with the 2020 Aboriginal Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) award. Toronto, ON – July 22, 2020 – Today, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) and Sodexo reveal Ntityix Development LP as the recipient of the 2020 Aboriginal Economic Development Corporation award. Ntityix Development Corporation […]
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