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The Deadly CEO Summit

The Deadly CEO Summit April 27–28, 2026 | Hosted by AIIC The Deadly CEO Summit is a dynamic, multi-day entrepreneurial training experience designed to empower Indigenous entrepreneurs with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to grow and sustain successful businesses….

March 23, 2026
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First-Time Business Loan 101: What Every Young Entrepreneur Needs to Know

From Dream to Business: Your First Steps With a Loan So, you’ve got a big idea for a business—maybe it’s selling beadwork online, opening a small café, or launching a landscaping service in your community. As an Indigenous youth entrepreneur,…

September 30, 2025
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Announcing the New Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurs (IYE) Program

Announcing the New Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurs (IYE) Program We are excited to launch the Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurs (IYE) Program, a groundbreaking initiative that empowers young Indigenous entrepreneurs in Alberta to start, grow, and succeed in business. Delivered locally through the…

September 29, 2025
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Jeannette Sinclair

  Jeannette Sinclair – Indig Design: Identity, Culture, and Creative Vision We are excited to feature Jeannette Sinclair, co-founder of Indig Design, whose work blends Indigenous identity, storytelling, and design into a powerful platform for cultural expression. 📺 Watch the…

April 12, 2024
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Starrly Gladue: Beauty, Entrepreneurship & Empowerment (IWE Spotlight)

Starrly Gladue: Beauty, Entrepreneurship & Empowerment (IWE Spotlight) We are honoured to share the story of Starrly Gladue — a trailblazing entrepreneur and creative force behind Beauty on the Block — as part of our Indigenous Women’s Entrepreneur (IWE) Program…

April 12, 2024
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Women’s Entrepreneur Loan Fund (WELF)

  Women’s Entrepreneur Loan Fund (WELF) AIIC is proud to introduce the Women’s Entrepreneur Loan Fund (WELF) — a unique program designed to support Indigenous women entrepreneurs in Alberta. Whether you’re launching a new venture or expanding an existing business,…

April 12, 2024
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