This award highlights the enterprising spirit of Indigenous entrepreneurs under the age of 35 who are driving the Indigenous economy forward. It recognizes their innovative spirit, business acumen, leadership, and positive impact on their communities. Individuals can self-nominate, and this prestigious award comes with a $10,000 cash prize to benefit their business.
Eligibility Criteria
Business Performance
- Shows evidence of financial stability and measurable outcomes from their entrepreneurial efforts.
- Demonstrates resilience in overcoming business challenges.
Potential for Growth
- Demonstrates potential for business growth.
- Has a clear vision for the future of their business.
Leadership
- Provides opportunities and inspires other Young Indigenous entrepreneurs or community members.
- Is committed to being a change maker or innovator.
Community Impact
- Has actively engaged with and supported their community and demonstrated a commitment to giving back.
Past Recipients
Frequently Asked Questions
Describe and show evidence of financial stability (measurable outcomes from entrepreneurial efforts) and demonstrate resilience in overcoming business challenges.
Please answer the following:
- Provide a summary of your business, how long you have been in business.
- List your gross revenue, expenses, and net revenue for 2024
- What is the greatest challenge facing your business and how are you addressing it?
Describe and show clear vision for the future of the business and demonstrate potential for business growth.
Please answer the following:
- 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.
Please answer the following:
- 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.
Please answer the following:
- 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.
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Two letters of reference are required to complete the nomination.
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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.
- Proof that individual was born in 1992 or earlier are eligible for this award
