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Explore additional business courses offered by the Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship (CCAE). Enhance your skills in fundraising, alumni relations, and leadership for advancing educational institutions in Canada. Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. MODULE DESCRIPTIONS Pre-Self Employment 1. BUSINESS-LIFE WELLNESS BALANCE (Medicine Wheel) Wellness is a foremost concern for Entrepreneurs across the country at this strange time of human history. Using the Four Quadrants of the Medicine Wheel, determine your current state of balance (mind, body, spirit, and heart). Explore proven solutions to nurture areas that need attention, while maintaining areas of strength. 2. FINANCIAL LITERACY BASICS Getting our financial house in order is a key first step in building a business – determining needs vs wants, and then ensuring our basic needs are covered, before looking at discretionary purchases, personal budgeting, and understanding how credit works, how it can be built, and how certain actions can bring it down. Money-suckers and how to avoid them Compound Interest and how it works for and against you 3. DECISION MAKING FOR THE ENTREPRENEUR How to access your deep intuition to make even tough decisions using your values. Decisions are tough; they come with consequences. How do we use our intuition and value system to confidently go forward? How do our intuition and values feed this process? Learn a simple but very effective method of clarifying for yourself the best course of action and follow through for the best results. 4. WHAT ARE MY STRENGTHS? Using the medicine wheel as a model, we need to find the balance between the four key aspects of business – Making, Marketing, Managing, and Money; and recognize that most of us will not consider all these aspects as strengths – if we focus on the areas where we do best, how will we fill the gaps? 5. INTRODUCTION TO THE BUSINESS PLANNING CANVAS The Business Planning Canvas is the emerging model for building a simple business plan that links your elevator pitch to what you need to know to bring your business idea to life. What are the key aspects of a business plan? Where do I start? How the canvas is used to map out and evaluate your business idea 6. BUSINESS IDEAS FOR THE NEW ECONOMY What is the “new economy”? What are the major opportunities (business ideas) for those wanting to start a business or change a business idea? Which businesses are growing in the new economy? The 5 skills you need to thrive, and how to get them 7. HOME BASED BUSINESS The best types of business to start from home Advantages and Disadvantages of a HBB Bylaws and Zoning Issues to consider HBBs and the Taxman HBBs and Insurance How will your HBB affect your family? Technology needs Where in the home will you put your business? HBB vs store-front vs mobile Balancing business, home and the rest of life Bits of the BEST – 1.5 Hour Courses Only interested in one or a few modules? Our 1.5-hour modules are designed to deliver impactful learning experiences. Each includes: E-mailed handouts E-mailed Certificate of Completion Tailor your learning by selecting the modules that suit your needs! CLICK HERE FOR BITS OF THE BEST FULL Business and Entrepreneurship Skills Training (BEST) Up to 18 sessions = 72 hours total, max 120 attendees. Online In-Person or Hybrid! Since 2003 and without falter through the pandemic, our Aboriginal (BEST) Business and Entrepreneurship skills training program has been providing opportunities for Canadian Indigenous communities to explore entrepreneurial aspirations by providing business programming, website development, advisory services, mentorship support, technology access and training, online marketing tools, community event space, connections to business networks and much more! Includes: Instructor time Curriculum Manuals Excel Financial spreadsheets, already prepared and ready to fill in Simple fill-in-the-blanks Business Plan Template Free Website Templates Comprehensive Industry Market Research Reports An Average of 3 hours 1-on-1 Mentorship for each participant Certificate of Completion Per participant: BEST Manuals © 2021 version, couriered to participants Access to the CCAE Alumni Exclusive Indigenous Business Training Library CLICK HERE TO BRING THE BEST TO YOUR COMMUNITY Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Bring A Course To Your Community

Explore community training programs by the Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship (CCAE). Gain skills and knowledge to empower Indigenous communities and drive entrepreneurial success across Canada. Sponsor a Webinar for Your Community HAVE A BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS TRAINING (BEST) WEBINAR IN YOUR COMMUNITY (for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous webinars) No software to download: just click the link we send, and you are IN Webinar works on any device: laptop, phone, tablet. Participants can ask questions, chat, show their faces, and even be given “the floor” to present their own ideas Everyone gets a copy of the Powerpoint slides and videos used, and can review the whole presentation afterwards Each participant also gets a copy of the > 250 page BEST Participant Manual, easy to use, fill-in-the blanks Business Plan template, including Financial Statements. (Pricing, Personal Budget, Net Worth, and Projected Cash Flow Statement) final exam, with results and corrected Graduation Certificate if attending 90% of sessions and pass the test Together, you and the CCAE will determine the “best” times and dates, and we will tailor the content to serve your needs. Online Training Sessions Cover the Following Whether in your community or through and online webinar our entrepreneurship program uses the following sessions 1 - Entrepreneurship What is an Entrepreneur? Characteristics of an Entrepreneur Advantages and Disadvantages of Being Self-employed Mental Preparation Goals From your Business Ways to Begin a Business Idea vs. Opportunity Hundreds of Business Ideas What Types of Businesses are Needed in Your Area? Business Planning What Goes Into a Business Plan 2 - Market Review What is Market Research? Why is Market Research Important? How to do Market Research Primary and Secondary Market Research Market Research in Aboriginal Communities Interpreting your Market Research and Including it in Your Business Plan 3 - Competitors, Competition & Competitive Advantage What is Competition and Who is a Competitor? How to Get Customers: Creating Your Competitive Advantage Competitor Profile Analyzing the Results 4 - Marketing What is Marketing? Beware of the Three Major Mistakes most New Businesses Make when Marketing Creating a Marketing Plan Create a Benefit Statement for Your Business Decide How Sales will be Made Decide How to Reach your Customers with Marketing Set a Marketing Budget for Your First Year Choose a Variety of Marketing Methods Put Your Marketing Mix into a Chart General Marketing Tips 5 - Operations: Laws and Insurance Legal Structure of your Business Location Laws and Legal Stuff: Municipal, Provincial and Federal Insurance and Risk Management Types of Insurance 6 - Operations: Tax, Suppliers, Hired Help, Production Process Capability, Professional Advisors, Financial Institutions Tax and Indigenous Business GST/PST/HST Registration Suppliers The Hired Help: Staff and Contractors Production Process and Capability Professional Advisors: Accountant, Lawyer Financial Institutions: Banks and Credit Unions The Importance of Mentors, and How to Choose Them Canada Revenue Agency Write-offs and Deductions 7 - Funding: Where will you get the Money? 5 Major Ways of Funding a Business Cash Friendly Sources Personal Resources Equity Debt Financing Peer Lending What Lenders look for: the 5 “C”s How to Check Your Credit Record Government-related Lending Programs 8 - Financials: Personal Budget and Net Worth Personal Budget: How to figure out how much to pay yourself from the business Personal Net Worth: What you OWN minus what you OWE 9 - Costs and Pricing Cost of Doing Business Fixed Expenses Variable Expenses Pricing: How to set prices that maximize your profit 10 - Financials: Start up and Cash Flow Sources and Uses of Financing Start up Expenses Cash Flow Income Statement Balance Sheet Break-even Analysis 11 - Technology E-Business, The 21st Century Trading Post Planning an Internet Strategy Internet Marketing Techniques How to Choose a Web Designer 12 - Business Plan Executive Summary and Polishing Your Presentation Business Plan Executive Summary Polishing Your Presentation Presenting Your Business Plan and the Art of Storytelling Story-telling / Presentation tips Presentation Templates General Presentation Tips For more Information, Help and Assistance in Making Great Presentations Useful Web Links Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Sponsor a Training and Bring a Best to Your Community Bring the BEST program to your community, either in person when possible, or online. NO “çanned” courses! We will tailor the BEST program to “best” meet the needs of your organization and members. Whether for the general community, artisans, tourism businesses, youth, the trades … we have worked with many diverse groups and organizations to adapt the BEST program so that you get what you need and want. No minimum or maximum number of participants. IN-PERSON BESTs usually run for about 10 days over 2 to 3 weeks. This is adaptable to your needs. ONLINE BESTs are also adaptable but are around 39 to 52 hours online. Are you wondering about the cost? Contact us, and we will create a unique program that is just right for you and your community. Bring A Course To Your Community Online, In-Person or Hybrid! Both our clients and us agree that live training with all participants gathering is the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Bring A Course To Your Community

Learn about the Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship (CCAE). Discover our mission, vision, and dedication to empowering Indigenous entrepreneurship and economic development across Canada Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Bruce Lacroix Founder Bruce enjoys volunteering locally and has served as a Director with the Nelson and District Credit Union, Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce, Nelson Municipal Library, and the Rotary Club of Nelson – Daybreak. Having been broke and on welfare in his past, he understands the challenges of starting a business from nothing. An avid cyclist, scuba diver, and pickleball player, when not working, he can usually be found enjoying these activities. Zechariah James Indigenous Entrepreneur & Lead Facilitator Zechariah James is a Youth Métis entrepreneur and multi-business owner. He started his first incorporated business in Calgary at the remarkably young age of 17 in 2012 and currently resides in Toronto. Zechariah has been featured as the keynote speaker at over 500 professional training events since 2012. Teaching and inspiring other potential entrepreneurs with the CCAE’s Aboriginal BEST programs across Canada, and gets rave reviews for his teaching style, knowledge, and commitment. Carol Shaw Indigenous Entrepreneur & Indigenous Womens Business & Entrepanuership Training Facilitator Cree Musician, author, poet, speaker, playwright, artist, and entrepreneurial spirit. Carol's life and professional experiences give her a unique approach to Entrepreneurship Training. Certified in Trauma-Informed Education and Aboriginal Employment Development, Carol brings a combination of professional development and empathy, developed through her lived experience, to her teaching. Integrating ancestral knowledge, trauma-informed care, and self-empowerment, she guides individuals toward success, and participants love her humorous and down-to-earth style. We have years of experience working with all people, all across Canada. We are super easy to get along with, speak in every day, easy to understand language, and are ourselves currently entrepreneurs. We believe in having fun while helping others. OUR TEAM Testimonials It’s not important what we say about ourselves: It’s what others have to say that is the true worth of a business. COMMENTS FROM FUNDERS, ADMINISTRATORS, AND OTHER BIGWIGS… Home About Community Training Business Courses Gallery Shop Sponsors Back to Top Program mentors are alumni who graduated from the CCAE Aboriginal BEST program with honors, continue to operate high-achieving businesses in specialized fields, and have demonstrated commitment to supporting other entrepreneurs through community support. OUR ALUMNI MENTORS About CCAE The CCAE Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship 100% Indigenous Owned & Operated. Putting Indigenous businesses on every block in Canada. Providing Indigenous entrepreneurship training, resources, and opportunities for growth for over 25 years. All licensed facilitators hold a minimum of five years of experience in Indigenous community program facilitation, five years of experience in profitable business ownership, a Master's Degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience, and are of authenticated First Nations, Métis, or Inuit identity. CCAE Provides: Indigenous business & Entrepreneurship skills training programs for First Nation governments, Indigenous and non-Indigenous charitable and Non-Profit organizations. In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Entrepreneurship project management Speaking and writing services on Entrepreneurship and the New Gig Economy Entrepreneurship program & curriculum development Consulting for government, Indigenous businesses, organizations and individuals The CCAE was founded by Indigenous Entrepreneur, author, and speaker Bruce Lacroix. Born in Halifax of Mi’kmaq heritage, Bruce started his first business while on welfare and with his first child on the way. Quoted as saying “I do not want to live like this anymore” was his incentive for becoming self-employed. Since Bruce has personally started, grown, and sold dozens of businesses across the country, well helping thousands of our Indigenous Grandfathers, Kookums, Uncles, Aunties, and youth do the same through CCAE programs. Today, an avid skier, tennis player, scuba diver, and bon vivant, Bruce believes in a balance of family, travel, work, and play. “Live simply, love deeply, and carpe diem: seize the day” is his life motto. Bruce now lives in the picturesque heritage town of Nelson, BC, with his family. Over the years, graduates of the CCAE Aboriginal Business & Entrepreneurship Skills Training program have become long-standing successful business owners, mentors for program BESTies (participants), and finally certified facilitators who carry on the CCAE mission to put Indigenous businesses on every block in Canada. About Aboriginal Best BEST helps to nurture the entrepreneurial spirit of people, communities, and organizations. Participants meet guest speakers, identify viable business ideas, determine their feasibility, and take steps to start or grow their own businesses. Learn to conduct market research, write business plans, and explore financing options on your journey to self-employment success! Aboriginal BEST is for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, status or not, who are interested in becoming self-employed or starting their own business. BEST benefits people in all stages of business development who want to turn their dreams into reality. Some people are looking for a part-time business opportunity, others have a solid idea to research, and some are eager to write a plan that will help them launch or grow their venture. Over 4,000 people in 130 communities across Canada have taken part in Aboriginal BEST in the past 25 years. “The Aboriginal BEST material that Mr. Lacroix developed is a great resource and is easy to teach to students. … When I met Mr. Lacroix I was working as the Economic Development Coordinator for my organization. I also maintain contracts with the Universities to teach business and economic development courses. The teaching material that Mr. Lacroix developed is very exceptional for our First Nations students. I have struggled to find good textbooks and I often refer to sections of the Aboriginal BEST Participant’s Manual. He maintains a First Nations perspective to business. This is hard to find.” Crystal Verhaeghe MBA, Past Executive Director, Tsilhqot’in National Government “Programs such as Aboriginal BEST – the Business and Entrepreneurship Skills Training Program illustrate our commitment to entrepreneurship development. … evaluations of the program have shown that a high percentage of BEST graduates move quickly into employment or self-employment.” The Honourable Barry Penner BC Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation, Strategic Conversations Annual Forum Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW CHRYSTAL TABOBANDUNG RAISE – Indigenous Cultural Awareness & Competency Training RAISE – Indigenous cultural awareness & competency training is designed to increase knowledge, enhance self-awareness and strengthen the skills of those who work both directly and indirectly with First Nations/Aboriginal/Indigenous people. JOSEPH SAGAJ Independent Canadian Indigenous Artist Designer of the 2022 TORONTO SIGN, the award-winning terrazzo medallion at Seneca College and the Bloor Annex BIA Mural at Paul Martel Park, Joseph is Anishnaabe of the Sturgeon Clan from the remote community of Neskantaga, 433 km northeast of Thunder Bay, Ontario. He graduated in Fine Arts at the Ontario College of Art & Design in 1985. Bring A Course To Your Community

Explore the CCAE Gallery to view highlights from events, programs, and milestones celebrating educational advancement in Canada. Discover the vibrant community of CCAE in action. Videos & Gallery Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Bring A Course To Your Community

Discover the Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship (CCAE), a leading organization fostering educational advancement in Canada. Explore resources, professional development, and networking opportunities for alumni relations, fundraising, and institutional success. Empowering Indigenous Entrepreneurs for a Sustainable Future. Supporting First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities with training, resources, and opportunities for growth. Learn More Over the past 25 years, The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. has assisted over 5,000 entrepreneurs across Turtle Island (Canada, US and South America) on the road to successful self-employment. Come on inside and discover how we can assist you or your organization in creating self-employment training that is successful, sustainable, easy to understand, and FUN. 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(Pricing, Personal Budget, Net Worth, and Projected Cash Flow Statement) final exam, with results and corrected Graduation Certificate if attending 90% of sessions and pass the test Together, you and the CCAE will determine the “best” times and dates, and we will tailor the content to serve your needs. Real Stories of Transformation and Growth Bring an in-person program to your community In-Person Have the BEST interactive online program in your community BEST Online The BEST of both worlds Hybrid Training Options Mountain Sky Soaps www.mountainskysoap.com Raynald Losier and Nina George started the family business in 1993 to stay home with their kids, Malaya Mountain and Rahel Sky. Mountain Sky manufactures soaps, massage bars and lip balm for the company and for private labels. Mountain Sky Soaps Read More Artist Nigel Fox www.nigelfoxart.com graduated from the 2010 BEST program held in Terrace. We asked him about his business experiences: Q. “How far you have gone with your business idea?” Nigel Fox Read More Orene Askew was pretty content with her life. She had a job, was very active, but always had some business ideas looming in her head. She decided she wanted to start her own DJ-ing business. The idea had been in her head for over 3 years, but she wasn’t sure how to pursue it head on. DJ "O Show" Read More As a 2005 graduate of the Helen Lafaux School of Fashion Design in Vancouver, Andrea Hughes had been putting together her accumulated knowledge and experience, gleaned from years of working in the film industry, for her idea of a full-service bridal shop. KISS THE BRIDE Custom Wedding and Grad Read More Yvette Carol Adams is a Haida from the Tsâ aahl Laanas clan and took part in Aboriginal BEST on Haida Gwaii in 2011. “I create and design my own work: pendants made of yellow cedar, red cedar, yew wood, devils club, alder, beads from the same kind of wood as the pendants, Haida Gwaii Art Shop Read More Sauce so good, he got on CBC’s Dragon’s Den. Ebesse Zozo Hot Sauce is the creation of Edmund Segbeaya who hails from Togo, a small country in West Africa. Hot sauce is part of everyday life in Togo, hot foods and hot sauces are eaten with every meal. Ebesse ZoZo on Dragon’s Den Read More Once he found fame impersonating bespectacled rocker Buddy Holly, and led the Crickets astray on a diving tour of the UK. Now, leading technical diver John Garvin has helped to pull together what could be the most authentic diving movie to date. O2 Technical Diving Read More Inez Jasper is a singer songwriter with powerhouse talent and universal appeal. As one of Canada’s top aboriginal musicians, her blending of traditional native sounds with a love for contemporary hip hop and R&B, brings the best of her culture to the mainstream world. Inez Jasper Read More Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Bring A Course To Your Community

a2ecfbca-cae7-40a9-bffc-632944d09fdb KISS THE BRIDE Custom Wedding and Grad As a 2005 graduate of the Helen Lafaux School of Fashion Design in Vancouver, Andrea Hughes had been putting together her accumulated knowledge and experience, gleaned from years of working in the film industry, for her idea of a full-service bridal shop. The answer for the Castlegar resident came in the form of the Bruce Lacroix and the 2008 Aboriginal BEST program in Nelson. “I just wanted to get inspired to get it all done. This course gave me the push to do it.” Next Item Previous Item Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Bring A Course To Your Community

Meet the sponsors supporting the Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship (CCAE). Explore partnerships that drive educational success and innovation across Canada. Sponsors Our Valued Partners Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Business Courses 1-on-1 Business Startup Package CCAE Workbook & Courseware. PLUS: 1 hour of one-on-one personal time via Zoom with Bruce. FULL Business and Entrepreneurship Skills Training (BEST) 8 x 2 hour sessions = 16 hrs, max 20 attendees Bits of the BEST – 1.5 Hour Courses Our 1.5-hour modules are designed to deliver impactful learning experiences. Bring A Course To Your Community

Find answers to common questions about the Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship (CCAE). Learn more about membership, programs, events, and resources to support educational advancement. Bring A Course To Your Community Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) How To Get Funding for Indigenous Business Training Programs The CCAE's past program partners have found funding through Federal, Provincial, Municipal, and Private Organizations Grants. The CCAE keeps a list of past program funding partners and examples of successful funding applications. We are happy to share direction with new programming partners who wish to bring our programs to their community. Please feel free to contact us to book a free consultation. Are The BEST Trainings Easy To Understand YES. Our Indigenous Business and Entrepreneurship Skills Training programs are always customized based on the entrepreneurial experience levels of our participants. With an average participant satisfaction rate of 99.9%, our exceptionally experienced Indigenous facilitators are sure to deliver the best program to meet the needs of your/our community. Do We Provide Training For Indigenous Youth & Seniors YES. Our Indigenous Business and Entrepreneurship Skills Training programs have had a strong track record of success with youth and senior age demographics, and we developed customized programs for training delivered exclusively to these groups. 4. Question Answer 5. Question Answer 6. Question Answer Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc.

9537c630-8243-4531-be2d-576d841c3952 Inez Jasper Inez Jasper is a singer songwriter with powerhouse talent and universal appeal. As one of Canada’s top aboriginal musicians, her blending of traditional native sounds with a love for contemporary hip hop and R&B, brings the best of her culture to the mainstream world. Inez completed the Aboriginal BEST program in 2013, and was a regional winner of the Aboriginal BEST of the BEST Business Plan Competition held in Toronto in 2013 Exploding onto the Canadian music scene in 2006 and releasing her hit album Singsoulgirl in 2008, this proud Ojibway and Metis artist has been featured at myriad high profile events across the country including the 2009 Aboriginal Tourism BC Awards, “Native Rocks” at Winnipeg’s Pyramid Cabaret and a headlining performance at AMP Camp (Canada’s prestigious Aboriginal Music Program), not to mention feature spots on national television programs like “Beyond Words”. Despite all the attention, she maintains an endearing humility and commitment to inspiring youth. “I always tell fans that whatever their passion, they should go for it. But I don’t just paint a pretty picture. I let them know that achieving their dreams is all about hard work, determination, and asking for help when you need it.” Inez’s lyrics speak of strength, cultural roots and pride in identity. As for her music…it speaks for itself. Next Item Previous Item Contact Contact us First name Last name Email* Phone Message* Individual or Organization* Individual Organization Submit The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Ontario Address: 810 Wilson Avenue, Unit 128. Toronto, Ontario M3K1E5. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 British Columbia Address: Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 5K1. Phone: 1-226-243-5635 © 2024 The Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship, Inc. Bring A Course To Your Community In-Person, Online or Hybrid! Our programs are designed to be live, interactive trainings that engage all participants in the most effective and fun way to learn and share. INQUIRE NOW Bring A Course To Your Community

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Since 2003 and without falter through the pandemic, our Aboriginal (BEST) Business and Entrepreneurship skills training program has been providing opportunities for the Canadian Indigenous communities to explore entrepreneurial aspirations by providing business programming, website development, advisory services, mentorship support, technology access and training, online marketing tools, community event space, connections to business networks and much more! Bring BEST to Your Community Bring BEST to Your Community Please complete the form below so we can gain an understanding of your community/organization's interests, and a member of our team will get back to you within one business day. If you have any difficulty completing the form or would prefer to chat over the phone, please get in touch with us at 1-226-243-5635, and one of our team members will be happy to assist you. Full Name? * Email Address? * Phone Number? * Band/Groups/Company/Organizations Name? Name of Affiliated First Nations, Métis and or Inuit Community? (If Applicable) Approximate Community Population? Or Number of Annual Community Members Served? Less then 100 100-1,000 1,000-2,500 2,500-10,000 10,000+ Other Would You Like This Training Program To Be Delivered In-Person, Online, or Hybrid? In-Person Online Hybrid To Be Determined Other Ideal Start Date of Your Requested Training? (Leave Blank If To Be Determined) Year Month Month Day Approximately how many people will attend this training? 1-5 5-30 30-50 50-100 100-250 250+ To Be Determined Other What level of training do you feel is appropriate for your group Beginner Intermediate Advanced To Be Determined Other Any other notes you would like to share? Submit