INAC - Aboriginal Business and Entrepreneurship Development

Many people think of hockey when they hear about Canada, but far fewer know that it was Canada’s Aboriginal peoples that were behind this iconic cultural phenomenon. Canadian Aboriginals were this country’s first inhabitants, and many people don’t realize or recognize their continued contributions in various sectors of the Canadian economy, including arts, culture, business, and media. There are various efforts made to have the Canadian federal and provincial governments respect their obligations and responsibilities to Aboriginal peoples, who have deep roots in Canada’s culture, history, and economy. The important contributions of Aboriginal peoples are recognized by the federal government, which offers funding for Aboriginal businesses in Canada. They deliver this funding through the Aboriginal Business and Entrepreneurship Development program, which provides a variety of services and supports to help grow a vibrant Aboriginal business sector in Canada for entrepreneurs, communities, and organizations that are dedicated to achieving their business objectives.