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Legacy is not only about honouring the past—it’s also about looking forward and continuing to build upon those values, traditions, and achievements to create communities that thrive across generations. Indigenous communities are accomplishing just that as powerful contributors making a significant impact to Canada’s business landscape and culture.
As trusted advisors, we help individual business owners, bands, and tribal councils with their goal of creating generational wealth and positively impacting the larger community. We’ll be by your side through every challenge; while your needs may change, the quality of our service won’t. By investing the time needed to truly understand what will have the largest impact on your community, we’ll tailor our advice and customize strategic solutions to meet your unique needs. Our shared values include creating a sense of belonging to support a prosperous, sustainable future for your communities as they continue to grow and change through generations.
Whether you need support working with lenders, navigating the complexities of tax, setting up your team with proper training for growth and development, or with buying another business, our team will work with you at any stage of your journey. Put simply, we’re in this together—as your partners who care about creating meaningful change for generations to come.
50K
Indigenous businesses
exist in Canada
$31B
Indigenous businesses
contribute annually to Canada's GDP
*Sourced from The National Indigenous Economic Board
How can we help you?
We take the time to listen, learn, and collaborate in ways that respect your traditions, governance structures, and long-term vision. Our advisors provide comprehensive, innovative, and proactive solutions to help guide you through any business challenge including:
- Drafting of strategic and community planning
- Supporting the development and implementation of effective governance structures
- HR consulting
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Business planning to support new business ventures
- Establishing internal controls
- Tax restructuring and HST review
- Risk management
- Policy development
- Community reporting
- Seconded resources to assist with finance responsibilities
“Indigenous communities are leading the way in many projects across Canada and creating economic development opportunities that can provide support for generations to come. We aim to build a multi-generational relationship with our clients, which means we want to help them not only now, but well into the future. That’s why our services evolve as the community’s needs evolve.”
Angie Brown
Partner, Transactions
Work with us
Multidisciplinary approach
A team of dedicated strategic advisors across Canada supports Indigenous clients and projects across the country.
Technical expertise
Tracking federal and provincial regulatory and tax changes allows us to help you understand the impact on your business and provide tailored solutions to help your business and community thrive
Extensive client experience
With experience supporting Indigenous communities and businesses across industries, we take the time to understand your goals and deliver advice that drives meaningful business and community impact.
Community and cultural alignment
We build trusted relationships and tailor our advice to your unique needs, helping ensure business strategies reflect Indigenous values, cultural priorities, and community goals.
Proven excellence
We've helped First Nations communities across Canada build economic strength through strategic investments, business acquisitions, and successful private-sector partnerships.
Meaningful partnerships
We're proud to support Bears' Lair Youth Dream Camps, empowering Indigenous youth across Canada through entrepreneurship, education, and leadership opportunities.
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