2023 Truth and Reconciliation in Business

Description

What steps can be taken in business on the path toward building a relationship of respect and reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians?

Join us for this unique opportunity to hear insights, inspiration and experiences from a panel of Indigenous led businesses.

Keynote Speaker- Kory Wilson, Kwakwaka'wakw



Kory Wilson (Kwakwaka'wakw), BSc. JD, is the Executive Director of Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships for British Columbia Institute of Technology. She created and led the launch of BCIT's Indigenous Vision. In June 2022, BCIT Indigenous Initiatives and Partnerships was awarded the Gold Award for Excellence in Global Indigenous Education. She is Co-chair of the World Federation of Colleges and Polytechnics Indigenous Affinity Group. Kory has over 20 years of experience in post-secondary education, community development, and legal profession. She was instrumental in the creation of six open-sourced BC Campus Indigenization Guides. With a deep commitment to education, she knows innovative and creative solutions are a must to move Reconciliation into ReconciliACTION. Education and access to knowledge are key to move everyone forward. When people know better, they do better.

Panel Moderator- Geena Jackson



Geena Jackson is a devoted advocate for Indigenous rights, self-determination, and economic development with over 25 years of experience serving First Nation communities and the industry at large. As a proud member of the Shishalh Nation (Sechelt), she is deeply committed to strengthening Indigenous communities through strategic partnerships with industry experts and government bodies. Having served as an Economic Development Officer for the Squamish Nation for 13 years, followed by holding executive roles in large industry corporations, Geena has gained a deep understanding of the nuances and complexities of Indigenous economic development. Recognizing that the success of Indigenous communities is intricately linked to industry expertise, government support systems, and robust community engagement, she founded Indigenous Initiatives. This ground-breaking venture brings together a team of experts adept at navigating the complexities of projects aimed at bolstering Indigenous communities.
Over the years, Geena has been instrumental in helping over 550 Indigenous entrepreneurs grow their businesses and social enterprises. Her exceptional assistance in grant writing, loan access, and technical support has been transformative for many Indigenous entrepreneurs.
Further expanding her commitment to Indigenous economic growth, Geena created and is a core judge on the Bears Lair TV show on APTN. 

Event Details:

Date:                     Wednesday, September 27th 
Time:                    11:30am - 2:00pm
Venue:                  Element Hotel- 5988 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby

Tickets:                 BBOT members    $79 / $625 Table of 8
                                Non- members    $115 / $915 Table of 8
          *All tickets include Lunch
Register:              Call 604-412-0100, email us or sign up online.
 

This event is part of our Diversity, Inclusion and Business Program.  Thank you to those organizations who support this programming throughout the year:

Thanks to our Platinum Sponsors:

Thank you to our Gold Sponsors: