CCAE BEST Indigenous Business Directory
Featuring the businesses started by the graduates of the Canadian Centre for Aboriginal Entrepreneurship's Aboriginal (BEST) Business and Entrepreneurship Skills Training Program
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!
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.
Deborah Lea Leclair Letch
Lollies & Button Bites Boutique
From chic boutiques, to dreamy weddings her treats, cards and gifts are a hit at all kinds of shindigs. With a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of top-notch ingredients, Lollies and Button Bites can provide both traditional and tailor-made lollipops featuring nostalgic childhood flavors as well as innovative tasty combinations.
John Standingready
Project Healing
First and foremost, Project Healing is committed to the health and healing of community. Our “project” is to build meaningful relationships within our community, and together, develop programs that bring balance, inspiration and strength to our local health industry.
DEB ENOCH
I BEAD WITH DEB E
iBead with Deb E provides traditional beadwork such as moccasins, earrings, card holders and hair accessories. Also provides beading workshops and currently provides workshops with the Yukon Government’s treatment centre. Loving and learning traditional beading, one bead at at time.
WESLEY HAVILL
WESLEY HAVILL INDIGENOUS ART
Aaniin my name is Wesley George Havill, Im Ojibway, Eagle clan, from Batchewana First Nation, Sault Ste. Marie. Most of my work showcases Nature and Animals with Native Influence. I Carve Moose, Deer, Elk Antler, wood, Domestic and Imported. I am also an Artist blacksmith and work with copper and steel.
KELSIE YOUNG
DREAM WEBS DREAMCATCHERS & HOUSE BLESSING
Hi! I’m Kelsie Young, owner and indigenous artist of Dream Webs – Dreamcatchers & Spiritual Shop. Dream Webs is a fusion of my education in Eastern healing with my cultural indigenous roots. The goal of Dream Webs is to help the world sleep well & live better.
PANDORA
MULBERRY DESIGN & ENGRAVINGS
Mulberry Design & Engravings is a custom laser cutting and engraving business operating on the unseeded territory of The Mississauga’s of the Credit First Nations alongside the Haldimand Tract in Linwood Ontario. Our business offers custom laser cutting and engraving services, with a focus on the creation of Early Learning Resources featuring the traditional dialects of our First Nations & Métis communities across Turtle Island
Scott Simpson
Spirit Fit
Spirit Fit is designed for people who are struggling to get started with weight loss, we used principals just as group sharing along with fun and effective workouts to help people get in the best shape of their lives. 1) Discover your true goals 2) Make a plan 3) Execute that plan 4) Stay motivated
BELLA LAFONTAINE
BUTTERCUP CREE-ATIONS
We offer a variety of unique handmade items from Gemstones, Necklaces, Earrings and Dream catchers to Painted Deer shoulder blades and Hand Drum Bags. It is through recognizing the beliefs and values of Indigenous culture that life is given to each creation. - Needs Work
Tiffany King
Chim Custom Apparel Decoration | Promotional Products
We are an indigenous woman owned business based out of Beausoleil First Nation, Chimnissing, Ontario.
We offer a variety of products and services such as: in-house embroidery, in-house digitizing, in-house graphic design, in-house heat transfer applied apparel decoration, in-house sign, sticker, decal, vinyl print, in-house vehicle graphics and window tinting, Screen print, Dtg and laser engraved apparel decoration.
Travis Clyke
Modern Sustainable Bushcraft
Modern Sustainable Bushcraft, your premier outdoor outfitter and e-bike sales, maintenance, and repair shop in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.We are a team of passionate outdoor enthusiasts who share a deep appreciation for the natural world and a commitment to promoting sustainable practices in everything we do. Our mission is to provide our customers with the gear, knowledge, and expertise they need to enjoy the great outdoors in a safe, responsible, and environmentally conscious way.