Supporting the new Indigenous economy through meaningful change [Video]

The fourth session of the ‘At the Table’ roundtable series, presented by Mastercard, was held on Sept. 19, 2024 at The Globe and Mail offices, where five industry leaders shared their experiences and insights on Indigenous entrepreneurship.

“Indigenous people are calling to account: we belong in the structures of commerce. We belong in the structures of finance,” says Carol Ann Hilton, joining At The Table a second time after speaking on access to capital back in June.

As the founder and CEO of the Indigenomics Institute and the Global Centre of Indigenomics, Hilton has long been a vocal advocate for breaking down the economic barriers that have historically marginalized Indigenous communities, emphasizing that Indigenous Peoples’ participation in commerce is not only overdue but essential for the future of Canada’s economy.

Pow Wow Pitchis a non-profit organization that empowers Indigenous businesses and provides mentorship opportunities to Indigenous entrepreneurs. Earlier this year, Mastercard renewed its partnership with Pow Wow Pitch for the third …