Indigenomics - The Emerging Strength of the Indigenous Economy | April 20, 2021

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Indigenomics - The Emerging Strength of the Indigenous Economy With new models of commercial partnership, Indigenous economic strength was emerging across sectors and locations. In this discussion, our panelists discuss more about the concepts of Indigenomics and the evolution of the emerging $100 billion Indigenous economy reflecting the size of the Indigenous population in Canada. It looked at barriers to Indigenous business owners and communities including land and water rights issues and lack of access to financial capital. It examined key features of the current and potential economic growth and design of the Indigenous economy, and underscore why this growth was critical to Canada’s future. Moderator: Alicia Dubois, CEO, Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation Panelists: Carol Anne Hilton, CEO and Founder of The Indigenomics Institute Heather Berthelette, CEO, Tribal Councils Investment Group of Manitoba Ltd. *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*