Building a National Indigenous Freelancer network!
Indigenous economic inclusion and engagement is about working together to identify and benefit from existing, new and emerging economic opportunities.
Many would argue that the Indigenous economy should already be at the $100 Billion dollar mark. At ITFC we agree. If Indigenous people, their communities and business had been engaged there would be no references today about economic reconciliation.
Economic Reconciliation brings to the forefront some of the missing puzzle pieces that are required to truly have a mutually beneficial and sustainable economy. In no particular order vision, willingness, understanding and opportunity!
Michelle Cameron founder of Dreamcatcher Promotions, shared a sentiment that Indigenous businesses across the country feel, Reconciliation is central to her success:
“”It is everything,” she said. “It is the foundation of how we grow as a community — not just the Indigenous community, but all of us. We all play a part in reconciliation and doing business and moving forward.”
Darrell Brown owns Kisik Commercial Furniture. He says Indigenous-owned businesses can be just as competitive as others, if given the chance.
“We know how to do business. We’re very good at it. All we need is the door open, and you listen to us and give us a chance, and we’ll show you what we can do.”
Reference to CBC article : https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/economic-reconciliation-business-forum-1.6875583
When you have the opportunity to witness first hand the opportunity that exists working with Indigenous communities, (as I have), the decision to become involved is obvious, but for many the who what when where and why/ how, maybe not so much.
ITFC has build a highly functional platform with a focus on inclusion and engagement of Indigenous and non indigenous business in their pursuit of economic growth and profitability. The platform represents a wholistic solution with an unprecedented value proposition for the individual, community, businesses and organizations within the Canadian economy.
In an effort to build a better more inclusive and engaged Canadian economy, ITFC will highlight the 700+ Indigenous communities and 55,000+ Indigenous businesses that make up the Who. ITFC will connect interested parties across a multitude of industries to pursue economic opportunity, the What. The When is now and every day from this day forward as we continue to illuminate todays and tomorrow’s opportunities. The Where is all across Canada and the Why is because its not only the right thing to do it’s the smart thing to do.
Now the most important part! The How?
ITFC welcomes you to become part of a journey of inclusion and engagement. As a participating member of the platform, you will join a community whose actions speak louder than words. As a member you will be the recipient of an unprecedented value proposition, not only for the wholistic services we provide but the savings you will incur and the future growth opportunities that lie ahead. ITFC agrees with those who suggest the Indigenous economy will reach $100 Billion, in fact we believe it will surpass that number quite easily and faster than most expect!