Indigenous economic reconciliation means fostering an appreciation for Indigenous ways of life and values in an economic context. It means respecting Indigenous sovereignty and the inclusion of Indigenous peoples, communities and businesses in Canada’s economy. 

As we observe National Indigenous History Month, it is important to recognize that while progress is being made, there is still much work ahead. Businesses can help by committing to meaningful consultation with Indigenous communities and by ensuring that Indigenous people have equitable access to employment and educational opportunities. 

Join Smith Business Insight and the Institute for Sustainable Finance for this free 60-min webinar. Led by Hillary Thatcher, managing director, Indigenous and northern infrastructure at Canada Infrastructure Bank, participants will explore how to better understand Indigenous issues and make a real contribution to reconciliation. 

You will learn: 

• What Indigenous economic reconciliation is and why it matters
• Examples of best practices for business engagement and partnership opportunities with Indigenous communities
• Challenges and solutions to address lack of access to capital and barriers to own-source revenues within Indigenous communities
• The importance of Indigenous opportunities and participation across organizations, particularly at the board level
• The case for urgent action on socio-economic issues
• Key findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission