The Indigenous Business Incubator at Capilano University is designed to help aspiring Indigenous entrepreneurs realize their dreams. This three-part workshop series provides a comprehensive roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs to transform their ideas into a professional, launch-ready business
What we offer
The Indigenous Business Incubator guides participants through the essential stages of development, starting with a values-based foundation that integrates Indigenous perspectives into vision and market research. It then moves into financial and operational modelling, offering specific insights into Indigenous funding networks and revenue strategies. By the final sessions, participants will have developed an authentic marketing brand and a polished business plan, culminating in a pitch deck designed to secure community support and investment.
Program details
The program itself takes place virtually from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. PST on the following dates:
- Saturday, February 14
- Saturday, February 21
- Saturday, February 28
Training areas include:
- Defining your mission, target market, and financial model using the Business Model Canvas
- Building a marketing brand rooted in storytelling
- Outlining your daily operations
- Refining your plan
- Practicing your pitch
- Mapping out your path to growth
By the end of the workshop, participants will have:
- A professional living business plan
- A pitch deck ready for funders
- A financial roadmap and marketing strategy
Eligibility requirements
- Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Métis, Inuit);
- Minimum 51 per cent Indigenous ownership;
- A business idea in the beginning or incubation stage;
- For-profit business only;
- An innovative product or service; and
- Reliable access to the internet, printer/scanner and a computer or tablet to take part in the workshop.
Costs and seating info
Seating is limited to 20 applicants. There is no cost for the program for successful applicants thanks to the generous sponsorship from the Indigenous Digital Accelerator and Toronto Dominion Bank's TD Ready Commitment.
Apply now
- Complete the online Google Form.
- Deadline extended: February 8, 2026
Questions?
Send any questions you have about the program or application to ibi@capilanou.ca.