Youth Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship plays an important role in strengthening Indigenous economies, and young people are often at the forefront of innovation and new ideas. This initiative aims to provide mentorship, knowledge, and resources that help Indigenous youth explore entrepreneurship in ways that reflect their values, culture, and community priorities.

Designed to foster self-determination and to strengthen Indigenous and First Nations economic development. The program will provide mentorship, skills training, financial literacy, and culturally grounded support to empower Indigenous Youth to create their own economic opportunities and pursue business ventures aligned to their community values.

NIEPI is advancing plans to establish the Indigenous Prosperity Lab which will serve as a national hub, allowing young Indigenous entrepreneurs to access tools, networks, and resources needed to transform their ideas into thriving businesses – directly contributing to the Calls to Economic Prosperity and the long-term vision of economic reconciliation.