2018/ 2019 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations The Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations recognizes a Canadian who has contributed, through professional and voluntary commitments, to building bridges between Aboriginal peoples and Canadian society. Their efforts will have made a substantial impact across Canada and across sectors, including the business sector. Past winners include Senator Murray Sinclair, Willa Black, Mary Simon, Phil Fontaine, and Paul Martin. The winner is celebrated at our Annual Vancouver Gala in September. Nomination deadline: April 12, 2019 More information: www.ccab.com/awards/ award-for-excellence-in-aboriginal-relations/ EXCELLENCE IN ABORIGINAL RELATIONS Aboriginal Business A W A R D Dr. Ken Coates 2017 Award for Excellence in Aboriginal Relations Laureate Aboriginal Economic Development Corporation Award The annual Aboriginal Economic Development Corporation (AEDC) Award goes to an outstanding AEDC and affirms the substantial value AEDCs bring to Aboriginal communities by way of employment, business development and revenue generation. AEDCs are valuable conduits between industry, government and Aboriginal communities. By showcasing their initiative, CCAB points to a vision of shared prosperity and progress. Past laureates include, Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation, Tsuu T’ina Nation, Penticton Indian Band Development Corporation, and Membertou Development Corporation. The winner is celebrated at our Annual Calgary Gala in May. Nomination deadline: February 1, 2019 More information: www.ccab.com/ awards/aboriginal-economic-development- corporation-award/ ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Aboriginal Business A W A R D Jordan Jolicoeur of Carvel Electric 2018 ABHF National Youth Aboriginal Entrepreneur Award Recipient Aboriginal Business Hall of Fame: National Youth Aboriginal Entrepreneur Award CCAB calls for self-nominations from up-and- coming Aboriginal entrepreneurs under the age of 35. These nominations require the nominee to produce a 30 to 60 second video about themselves, their business and why they should receive this award. The recipient receives a $10,000 financial award. Past laureates include Isabell Ringenoldus, Jacob Pratt, Kendal Netmaker, and Savannah Olsen. The winner is recognized at CCAB’s Annual Toronto Gala in February. Nomination deadline: September 13, 2018 More information: www.ccab.com/awards/abhf- national-youth-entrepreneurship-award/ Aboriginal Business HALL OF FAME National Youth Aboriginal ENTREPRENEUR Aboriginal Business Hall of Fame: Lifetime Achievement Award The Lifetime Achievement Award is part of CCAB’s Aboriginal Business Hall of Fame, which recognizes Aboriginal persons whose business leadership has made a substantive contribution to the economic and social well-being of Aboriginal people over a lifetime. The inaugural award was given in 2005 and there have been over 24 laureates since then. Past laureates include Dr. Herb Belcourt, Chief Darcy Bear, Mel Benson, Manny Jules, Chief Clarence Louie, and Jim Boucher to name just a few. The winner is recognized at CCAB’s Annual Toronto Gala in January. Nomination deadline: September 13, 2018 More information: www.ccab.com/awards/abhf- lifetime-achievement-awards/ Harry Flaherty 2018 ABHF Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient Aboriginal Business HALL OF FAME LIFETIME Achievement Roberta L. Jamieson O.C., I.P.C., LL.B., LL.D. (Hon) 2018 Indigenous Women in Leadership Award Recipient Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) Fort McKay Group of Companies (FMGOC) 2018 AEDC Award Recipients Indigenous Women in Leadership Award The CCAB Indigenous Women in Leadership Award celebrates successful, accomplished, committed Indigenous women with an award that serves as not only a national recognition but as a platform to the future and a role model for young Indigenous women. A future where Indigenous women take their rightful place at the table among men and women of all cultures in true celebration of lives well lived from tradition to academia and from family to prosperity. Nomination deadline: December 2, 2018 More information: www.ccab.com/awards/ indigenous-women-in-leadership-iwil-award/ INDIGENOUS WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP Aboriginal Business A W A R D 202-2 Berkeley Street Toronto, Ontario M5A 4J5 T. 416.961.8663 E. info@ccab.com For more information, please contact visit www.ccab.com/awards/ Celebrate Aboriginal Excellence