b'MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTInanotherarticle,InsightintoIn Eliminating Knowledge Gaps, youour research team as critical to the future International Trade, we share key find- come to understand just how deeplydevelopment of Indigenous business. ings from the groundbreaking reportand proactively CCAB engages withYou will also learn how CCAB encourages Indigenous-Owned Exporting SMEs inIndigenous communities to provide adiscussion and information sharing in its Canada, which addresses the growingfuller picture of Indigenous entrepre- important role as a thought leader. Our role of Indigenous business in interna- neurship than previously available. It ismany thought leadership events held through our extensive, in-depth outreachacross the country bring together stake-tional trade. We underscore the fact thatthat we are able to capture the high- holders and communities to develop a these Aboriginal exporting companiesquality, reliable data needed to informdeeper understanding of the Indigenous are not only ahead of the Canadiangovernment policies and programs. economy and gain the tools and insight average, but are overcoming competitionneeded for its prosperity.and tough economic conditions locally,In Eye on Trends, you will learn about allowing for growth. trends and developments flagged byIt is through research that we are able to address barriers to accessing a potential $100-billion Indigenous economyFinally, in our forward by esteemed Canadian historian Ken Coates, you will gain a valuable perspective on The ratingshow Indigenous research is becoming an increasingly vital resource. Ken explainshowCCABspartnering marketstrust projects and research findings are breaking down misguided stereotypes surrounding Indigenous communities and constraining its entrepreneurs. He also shares how CCABs data-driven policy recommendations are being heard at all levels of government, as well as by DBRS is your local source for credit ratings Indigenous and non-Indigenous business, In-depth, insightful, and timely analysis thought leaders, and academia. Commitment, expertise, transparency It is through research that we are able to Extensive experience in Infrastructure, Public-Privateaddress barriers to accessing a potential Partnerships, and Renewable Power $100-billion Indigenous economy, and it is through research that we can highlight the full scope of procurement opportu-nities and access to capital. For more information,Linda Lee Carl Brillingerplease contact Vice President,Senior Vice President,Enjoy!Sales & Marketing Sales & Marketing +\x0b (\x0b\x08) \x06\x05\x04 \x04\x03\x05 +\x0b (\x0b\x08) \x06\x05\x04 \x04\x03\x04llee@dbrs.com cbrillinger@dbrs.com 8A CCAB PUBLICATION2019'