{"id":6282,"date":"2026-01-07T15:38:43","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T20:38:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ccib.ca\/tib\/breaking-barriers-for-access-to-capital-webinar-2\/"},"modified":"2026-03-24T14:35:13","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:35:13","slug":"supporting-indigenous-entrepreneurs-financial-solutions-with-bmo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ccib.ca\/tib\/supporting-indigenous-entrepreneurs-financial-solutions-with-bmo\/","title":{"rendered":"Supporting Indigenous Entrepreneurs: Financial Solutions with BMO"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;6406&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h3>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/events.teams.microsoft.com\/event\/30353440-65d7-4b8f-9bfa-047a2cac6a36@dc0a4247-e6b3-41e6-a60a-81a35d882da3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register Now\u00a0<\/a><\/h1>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h1>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Description<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>This informative webinar will explore culturally relevant financial solutions for Indigenous entrepreneurs, which aim to strengthen Indigenous economic empowerment.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">Join\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">BMO\u2019s Hosna\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW157078141 BCX8\">Kadary<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\"> and Matt Neveu<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">\u00a0as\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">they<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">walk<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">\u00a0us through<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\"> financial solutions that are open and beneficial to Indigenous <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW157078141 BCX8\">entrepreneurs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">\u00a0This\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">webinar<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\"> will explore how BMO is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">working to support Indigenous entrepreneurs in starting and growing their businesses. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\">We\u2019ll<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157078141 BCX8\"> share tailored financial solutions, culturally relevant resources, and programs designed to strengthen Indigenous economic empowerment and community prosperity.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW157078141 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:200,&quot;335559740&quot;:288}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"title\"><strong>About BMO<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong><abbr>BMO<\/abbr>\u00a0is a leading North American bank driven by our purpose: to\u00a0Boldly Grow the Good\u202f<em>in business and life<\/em>. Our Purpose informs our strategy, drives our ambition, and reinforces our commitments to progress for a thriving economy, a sustainable future and stronger communities.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul id=\"persunorder-list-hero-banner-content--0-List\" class=\"css-m65tsk eo96bx40\" role=\"list\" data-list-check-list=\"true\">\n<li id=\"list-hero-banner-content--4\" class=\"css-0 e1regb1a0\" role=\"listitem\"><strong>7th largest bank\u00a0in North America by assets<\/strong><\/li>\n<li id=\"list-hero-banner-content--5\" class=\"css-0 e1regb1a0\" role=\"listitem\"><strong>$1.5 trillion\u00a0in total assets<\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"css-0 e1regb1a0\" role=\"listitem\"><strong>Serving clients for 208 years\u00a0and counting<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Webinar Facilitators<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_gallery interval=&#8221;3&#8243; images=&#8221;6286&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1767820425006{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 2px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW12824589 BCX8\">Hosna R.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW12824589 BCX8\">Kadary,<\/span> <span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">National Market Leader,\u00a0 Zero barriers to Business, <\/span>BMO<\/h2>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW247413802 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW247413802 BCX8\">Hosna R.\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW247413802 BCX8\">Kadary<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW247413802 BCX8\">\u00a0brings over 20 years of experience in the banking industry, serving as a passionate advocate for BMO&#8217;s commitment to removing barriers to inclusion. As the National Market Leader for BMO&#8217;s Zero Barriers to Business Programs for Black and Indigenous Entrepreneurs, she leads initiatives aimed at empowering underrepresented communities. <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW247413802 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW247413802 BCX8\">Hosna&#8217;s dedication and engagement drive forward BMO&#8217;s mission of fostering diversity and supporting entrepreneurial growth. She is also a proud recipient of the Women of Merit Award, recognizing her exceptional leadership and contributions to advancing equity and inclusion.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW247413802 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;6394&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">Matt Neveu, Vice President, Indigenous Banking, Ontario Market, BMO<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Matt Neveu is the Vice President of Indigenous Banking for Ontario at BMO Bank of Montreal, where he leads strategic initiatives that advance economic opportunity, financial sovereignty, and long\u2011term prosperity for Indigenous communities across the province. A proud member of Batchewana First Nation, Matt is deeply committed to strengthening Indigenous economic development through culturally grounded and relationship-centered banking solutions.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>At BMO, Matt supports First Nations, M\u00e9tis, and Inuit communities, leaders, and entrepreneurs as they pursue nation\u2011building, infrastructure investment, business expansion, and community empowerment. He is widely recognized for his ability to bridge banking expertise with Indigenous values, governance structures, and community priorities, ensuring BMO\u2019s approach reflects respect, partnership, and true reconciliation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Before stepping into his provincial leadership role at BMO Bank of Montreal, Matt built a strong foundation in corporate finance, serving as a Senior Director where he led complex financing initiatives, structured large-scale transactions, and supported organizations through periods of growth and transformation.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>His career reflects a belief that Indigenous prosperity grows through strong partnerships, innovative financial tools, and long-term commitment from institutions like BMO.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Grounded in his cultural identity and community connection, Matt continues to champion opportunities that elevate Indigenous participation across all sectors of the economy.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmo.com\/en-ca\/main\/about-bmo\/?msockid=128f66df2a7a613c30c070dd2bbb604f\">Learn more about BMO<\/a><\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;6406&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Register Now\u00a0 [\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;] Description This informative webinar will explore culturally relevant financial solutions for Indigenous entrepreneurs, which aim to strengthen Indigenous economic empowerment. 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