Together, we will explore the hidden obstacles that can prevent us from thinking big, scaling up and moving forward. 

Grab a tea or coffee and browse the incredible businesses in the market! 

Hear from Indigenous women in various industries who are leading and taking integral roles in making positive impacts in communities through their corporate reconciliation work. 

Natasha describes herself and Indigenous women everywhere as being just like a diamond: Only after years of undergoing tremendous pressure within the deep, dark depths of the Earth can we stand confidently in our individual brilliant lights. 

Hear from Indigenous women who are using business and entrepreneurship to revitalize cultural identity and practice. 

Hear about programs and services in support of Indigenous women entrepreneurs (IWE)  

Hear from Indigenous women entrepreneurs on their journey from humble beginnings to creating successful retail/fashion businesses honouring their roots 

Hear how University of Waterloo is designing incubators for Indigenous entrepreneurs.  

By reflecting on tools and perspectives rooted in Indigenous worldview, we offer ideas on ways to decolonize the workplace- which benefits ALL people. Though provoking and engaging, participants will be able to share ways in which they decolonize business. Participants will walk away with ideas that everyone can implement within all levels of their organization.

Hear how Change Labs is working with Navajo Nation in creating a community driven entrepreneurial economy. 

We’ve all heard the question, “if you could do it all again, what advice would you give to your younger self?” In this talk, Laurie will share some personal examples and learning lessons that should have, would have, could have, assisted her along the way! As you work through life’s toughest challenges, Laurie will offer guidance on staying true to your values while also standing in your power.

Learn about Money Smarts – the gamification of financial literacy geared towards teenage Indigenous youth. Developed by NACCA. 

Self-Determination and Coaching to Overcome Colonized Responses: A Guide to Growing Business Opportunities for Professionals in Indigenous Governance. 

Grab a tea or coffee and browse the incredible businesses in the market! 

Designed as a strengths-based session focused on a full spectrum of empowering content from financial management education, to reflecting on our current and historical relationship with money, looking at pricing strategies and introducing Indigenous concepts of commerce and wealth.

Hear from certified financial planners on how to create financial well-being and intergenerational wealth.  

This meaningful presentation will explore the more personal side of Indigenous wealth and financial realities that we confront. Strength based and trauma informed with the goal to empower – inviting people to ponder and connect to their lived experience. 

Many Indigenous entrepreneurs, creatives and service providers struggle with knowing the “right” price for our services, arts and crafts. This panel discussion will highlight various pricing strategies and things to consider.