Anishinaabe Bimishimo 

Emilie McKinney, Anishinaabe from Swan Lake First Nation, is an award winning Indigenous entrepreneur and the founder of Anishinaabe Bimishimo. Today, Anishinaabe Bimishimo is North America’s award-winning jingle cone manufacturer, shipping to 109 stores and offering a wide range of locally produced Anishinaabe-designed goods.

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• Anishinaabe Bimishimo

Vincent Design Inc.

Shaun Vincent is an artist, graphic designer and entrepreneur who grew up in the Métis community of St. Laurent, and the founder of Vincent Design Inc. Shaun saw the need for representational design and struck out on his own to build a branding and marketing firm with a focus on promoting Indigenous communities, organizations, and companies. 

As an artist and entrepreneur, Shaun has crafted a unique style guided by connections to the land, history and ‘knowing.’ It is this Two-Eyed Seeing bridging Indigenous understanding with Western strengths that defines Shaun Vincent’s work and Vincent Design Inc.

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La Brasserie Nonsuch Brewing Co.

Matthew Sabourin, President, and the team at Nonsuch have worked to contribute to Manitoba’s Métis Francophone culture since 2017. Nonsuch is a Métis-Francophone majority owned business that envisions a province richer in culture. Sharing their name with the historic seventeenth century ship, Nonsuch hopes to honour the past as they strive to shape its future.

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Dreamcatcher Promotions

Michelle Cameron, Owner/CEO, started Dreamcatcher as a home based business in 2012 from their home in Tootinaowaziibeeng Treaty Reserve. Today, the company operates out of Swan Lake First Nation Urban Reserve and fulfills contracts across Canada. 

Dreamcatcher Promotions is Canada’s largest Indigenous owned promotional company. They offer organizations, First Nation communities and artists opportunities to create custom apparel and promotional items that suit their unique needs and voice.

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Bloom + Brilliance

Janelle Desrosiers and her team her team serve their clients by creating brand identity, stationery, social media and packaging design; informational, ecommerce websites, subscription, membership and online event websites; copywriting and SEO. Bloom + Brilliance is a queer, Indigenous, and intersectional feminist-led design agency. They build beautiful brands, websites and strategies for Indigenous and intersectional feminist entrepreneurs; organizations, and community leaders as they change the world.

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Shortline Moving Solutions

Alexander Hupe founded Shortline Moving Solutions in 2015, with a single 5-tonne truck that would build the foundation of the business. With a dedication to honesty, integrity, and respect towards employees and customers, Shortline continues to grow and thrive.

Shortline prides itself in giving back to community. A cornerstone since inception, Alex and his team provide much needed service to charities around the city.

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Be●YOU●Tee School

Angie Zachary - owner and founder of Be●YOU●Tee – is a member of the Peguis First Nation and dedicates herself to giving back to the community. Be●YOU●Tee Bar offers full service luxury salon experiences at its location in the Corydon Village area, specializing in makeup, hair, lash extensions, waxing, laser, and nail services. They also offer wedding and private party services.

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HUB Technology Solutions

Troy McLennan, CEO, has helped grow HUB from a modest two-person operation to a strong, dynamic organization with over 20 employees and more than 100 active clients throughout Manitoba, Canada, and the US.

McLennan believes in building strong relationships with clients, community, and his employees. HUB solutions offers employees’ paid personal time to volunteer for charitable organizations of their choice, supports numerous charities, and supports employees with paid education programs. 

McLennan is a proud member of the Métis Business Club and has been actively involved with the Winnipeg Métis Liberty Local, working on fundraising and raising awareness for youth bursary opportunities.

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Feast Café Bistro

Christa Bruneau-Guenther opened Feast in 2015 with a mission to be a pillar in the community. Feast provides simple, local, nutritious dishes that are rooted in traditional Indigenous history. 

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Style Bar

Regan Bueti opened Style Bar in the fall of 2013. Style Bar offers quality, name brand apparel, accessories, and gifts. Style Bar offers services such as customized giftwrap, gift registry program, and preferred customer shopping events.

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Hermanos Restaurant and Wine Bar

Noel Bernier founded Hermanos Restaurant with the mission of bringing a truly unique South American steakhouse experience to Winnipeg.

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• Hermanos Restaurant and Wine Bar

Arrowhead Development Corp

Madison Petro-Canada opened in 2015 and is the first urban reserve gas station in Winnipeg. Madison Petro Canada strives to promote the Petro Canada brand while selling Indigenous arts and crafts from local artists and suppliers.

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Covert Logistics

Caralyn and Robert Rabichuk, a husband and wife team, founded Covert Logistics in 2002. Covert Logisitcs believes transportation should happen seamlessly, which is why they pride themselves in executing "behind the scenes transport". Their local expertise provides customized solutions for Manitoba based businesses.

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Anne Mulaire

Andréanne Dandeneau founded the eco-friendly women's apparel label in 2005. Andréanne's designs are inspired by her Métis heritage, resulting in a beautiful fusion of European flare and influences of Indigenous art.

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Chief Peguis Investment Corporation

Peguis First Nation created Chief Peguis Investment Corporation in June 2012 to focus on key investments to provide a rate of return to their membership. Chief Peguis Investment Corporation works with Peguis entities as well as other Indigenous businesses/organizations in pursuit of strategic investment opportunities. 

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Connie's Corner Café

Connie and Robert (Bob) Chartrand opened Connie's Corner Café in 1997. Striving to provide the best service and quality products, Connie's Corner Café has only amended the menu on two occasions. The business also added a small stage for coffee house style concerts.

Connie's Corner Café is now permanently closed.

Métis Economic Development Organization

Manitoba Métis Federation created the Métis Economic Development Organization (MEDO) to build greater financial self-sustainability for the MMF and bolster its ability to serve the Métis Nation within Manitoba. MEDO is a business investment and management firm that is doing important work in the community. In 2012, the business launched MEDO Care Pharmacy to provide high quality pharmacy services to the Métis people of Manitoba and to develop community ownership over their own health outcomes.

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• Métis Economic Development Organization

Sagkeeng Superstore

Sagkeeng First Nation opened Sagkeeng Superstore in 1990 as a step toward building a more vibrant community. The business is still in operation and has expanded to include a Tim Horton's franchise. Sagkeeng Superstore supports the community through a variety of programs donating to families, community events, and youth sport and recreation programs.

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Beyond Excellence IBEP Alumni Business Award

Julie DesLauriers, IBEP Alum 2003, received the IBEP Alumni Business Award for her company EMOTiCOM Marketing in celebration of VIBE's 10th anniversary.

All Nations Print

Brenda Parsons created All Nations Print to serve the Indigenous community in Manitoba. All Nations Print is a full service company that offers digital and variable printing, offset printing, design services, print production services, and more. 

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Neechi Foods Co-op Ltd.

Louis Champagne and Russ Rothney opened Neechi Foods to serve the North-End neighbourhood. Neechi Foods in the first Indigenous "worker cooperative" (employee owned and operated in Canada). 

Neechi Foods Co-op is now permanently closed.

Clarke Financial Planning and Insurance Services

Andrew Clarke launched Clarke Financial in 1994 as a full service financial planning firm, serving corporate, government, and individual clients across the country.

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• Clarke Financial Planning and Insurance Services

Creeway Aviation

Tim Sweeney started Creeway Aviation in 2006 to address the growing needs of Northern Manitoba's aviation industry. The company, based out of Thompson, provides aircraft charter and maintenance services.

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L. Chabot Enterprises

Chubb Chabot created L. Chabot Enterprises in 1969. Chabot is a leader in the Manitoba heavy construction industry specializing in sand, gravel, and stone crushing and delivery; road construction; earthworks; site development, and more. Chabot is a one-stop shop for projects of all sizes.

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Amik

E.J. Fontaine and Eva Wilson-Fontaine founded AMIK in 2006 after realizing there was a void in the market. AMIK has since grown to become Canada's #1 leader in Indigenous workforce engagement and training services. Through innovative strategies and customized solutions, AMIK continues to develop strong partnerships across the country, building a stronger Indigenous future. 

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Southeast Resource Development Council

SERDC acts as the catalyst for self-realization for Southeast member First Nations. In 1982, SERDC established Shawano-Wapunong Building Inc., a corporation dedicated to the economic development of its member First Nations through long-term investments in real estate and shares in other organizations. 

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• Southeast Resource Development Council

Manitobah

Sean McCormick founded Manitobah in 1997 as a producer of Native footwear that was sold in gift shops. Today, it is an internationally recognized brand with dealers throughout North America, Europe, and Israel. 

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Eagle Vision

Lisa Meeches, Executive Producer and President of Eagle Vision, is one of the most dynamic and respected Indigenous media producers in Canada. Eagle Vision's team develops the shows they want to watch, with forward-thinking market awareness and the highest quality of content. 

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B. Vermette Back-Hoe Service Ltd.

Bernie Vermette established B. Vermette Back-Hoe Service in 1974 as an excavating contractor and gravel processing operation in Ste. Anne, Manitoba. 

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E.T. Development

Pat Turner established E.T. Development as a full-service contractor specializing in general construction, forestry, road construction, and a wide range of specialized services. E.T. Development is a construction company that has experience working with Government, Crown, Private, and Indigenous customers. 

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Asham Curling Supplies

Arnold Asham founded Asham Curling Supplies, now known as Asham, to manufacture the best curling shoes on the market. Asham is a family run business that services customers for all their curling supply needs with integrity and sincerity. 

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Tribal Council Investment Group

TCIG was formed in 1990 by the seven tribal councils of Manitoba, who represent over 50 First Nations communities across the province. TCIG is 100% First Nations-owned and the parent company to a growing group of subsidiary and affiliated companies doing business in a variety of industry sectors across Canada. TCIG operates these companies with an Indigenous worldview, an eye on sustainability, and a strong commitment to the promise of economic reconciliation. 

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