The Government of Canada has announced a $5.9M investment through Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) into projects across Alberta that will support rural and Indigenous communities, entrepreneurs, and businesses. The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology has received $1M to create Indigenous-led Community Atlases, which will be used to support industry consultations, decision-making, and land reclamation efforts. The Siksika Nation and the AKSIS – Edmonton Indigenous Business and Professional Association are among those that received funds to create dedicated resource centres for Indigenous entrepreneurs. “From arts and cultural venues to agribusinesses and tourism, rural and Indigenous communities across the Prairies are home to a multitude of businesses and initiatives that fuel Canada’s economy and advance economic reconciliation,” said PrairiesCan Minister Eleanor Olszewski.
