Michelle Cameron, Dreamcatcher Promotions , shared a sentiment that
Indigenous businesses across the country feel, Reconciliation is central to her
success:
"It is everything," she said. "It is the foundation of how we grow as a
community — not just the Indigenous community, but all of us. We all play a
part in reconciliation and doing business and moving forward."
Darrell Brown owns Kisik Commercial Furniture. He says Indigenous-owned
businesses can be just as competitive as others, if given the chance.
Refer to the CBC article :
"We know how to do business. We're very good at it. All we need is the door
open, and you listen to us and give us a chance, and we'll show you what we
can do."
When you have the opportunity to witness first hand the opportunity that
exists working with Indigenous communities the decision to become involved
is obvious, the who what when where and why/ how, maybe not so much.
In an effort to build a better more inclusive and engaged Canadian economy,
ITFC will explain and shed light on the 700+ Indigenous communities and
55,000+ Indigenous businesses that make up the Who. ITFC will connect
interested parties across a multitude of industries to pursue economic
opportunity, the What. The When is now and every day from this day
forward as we continue to illuminate todays and tomorrow’s opportunities.
The Where is all across Canada and the Why is because its not only the
right thing to do it’s the smart thing to do.
Now the most important part! The How?
ITFC welcomes you to become part of a journey of inclusion and
engagement. As a participating member of the platform, you will join a
community whose actions speak louder than words. As a member you will
be the recipient of an unprecedented value proposition, not only for the
wholistic services we provide but the savings you will incur and the future
growth opportunities that lie ahead.