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Indigenous Procurement Strategies: Building Meaningful Partnerships & Economic Reconciliation

Date:		May 13, 2026 - May 13, 2026
Time:		12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (MDT)
Location:		Online National

Supplier Diversity Webinar

Indigenous Procurement Strategies

Building Meaningful Partnerships & Economic Reconciliation

DATE Thu, April 2, 2026

TIME 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

SPEAKER Phil

CPD POINTS 2

$100B

Projected contribution of the Indigenous economy to Canada's GDP

5%

Federal target for procurement spend with Indigenous businesses

Growth

Indigenous entrepreneurship is growing 5x faster than the Canadian average

Webinar Overview

Incorporating Indigenous businesses into your supply chain is not just a policy requirement or a corporate social responsibility metric—it is a strategic advantage that fosters innovation, resilience, and economic reconciliation. However, moving from intention to action requires a deep understanding of the unique landscape of Indigenous business.

In this session, Phil will guide you through the best practices for Indigenous procurement and supplier diversity. You will learn how to navigate certification processes, identify authentic partnership opportunities, and build long-term, meaningful relationships based on trust and mutual value.

What You'll Discover

Navigate Certification Processes

Demystify the certification landscape (CCAB, CAMSC, etc.) to ensure you are engaging with verified Indigenous-owned businesses.

Structure Meaningful Partnerships

Explore models for joint ventures, sub-contracting, and strategic alliances that create genuine economic capacity.

Build Cultural Competency

Learn the importance of cultural awareness and respectful engagement protocols when building relationships with Indigenous communities.

Policy Development

Gain insights into drafting effective internal policies that remove barriers to entry for diverse suppliers.

Measure Impact

Discover how to track and report on supplier diversity metrics to demonstrate ROI and social impact.

Who Should Attend

This workshop is designed for:

Procurement Managers and Directors developing diversity strategies
ESG and Sustainability Leads
Contract Managers working with Indigenous communities
Public Sector professionals meeting procurement mandates
Anyone committed to economic reconciliation in supply chain

Webinar Format

This interactive 60-minute session includes:

Expert Insight (40 minutes): Phil shares best practices and frameworks for Indigenous procurement
Case Studies (10 minutes): Real-world examples of successful partnerships
Live Q&A (10 minutes): Open forum to discuss your specific challenges and opportunities

Your Takeaways

A roadmap for implementing or improving your supplier diversity program
Understanding of certification bodies and databases
Strategies for authentic engagement and relationship building
Session recording for future reference
2 CPD points toward your professional development

Cancellation Policy: Requests made 7+ days before the event are eligible for a full refund. No refunds within 7 days of the event.

Drive Meaningful Change

Learn how to build a more inclusive and resilient supply chain.

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