SPOTLIGHT: PARTNERSHIPS & INNOVATION 10 I PAIR: Then and Now How CCIB’s flagship accreditation program took root and grew to exceed all expectations By Bryan Hansen 18 I The People Behind PAIR More than just a checklist of achievements, PAIR succeeds because of the many talented professionals involved in the process By Bryan Hansen 22 I Stronger, Together: A Case for Joint Ventures What it takes for Indigenous businesses to build successful joint-venture alliances By Matthew Bradford 28 I Changing the Northern Trajectory Equitable partnerships are bringing to life important Northern projects. Leading the way is the expansion of the Port of Churchill By Gavin John 34 I Growth Spurt Two businesses embrace expansion through acquisition – broadening their business model and benefiting their communities By Andrew St. Germain 48 I CCIB Snapshot 117 I Professional Services Directory GUEST COLUMN 40 I My Transformative Mini-MBA Journey Erin Davidson shares her experience completing the Schulich Mini-MBA for Indigenous Leaders By Erin Davidson CEO SPOTLIGHT 42 I From Ketchup Chips to a Business Empire How Michelle Cameron built an Indigenous business legacy By Maurice Valmore ART MEETS COMMERCE 46 I Bringing Joy to Different Spaces Winnipeg-based artist Dee Barsy sets her bar high to reach her career goals By Nikita Weiss Day 28 Contents FA L L 2 0 2 6 S E C T I O N S 2026 CCIB Member Directory 52 I Indigenous Business Members 88 I Non-Indigenous Business Members 103 I Proud Supporters F E AT U R E S Indigenous BUSINESS REPORT 5
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