INDIGENOMICS –
MODERN INDIGENOUS ECONOMIC DESIGN

Indigenomics is a dialogue and design platform to bring attention and focus to the growing Indigenous Economy. It is through dialogue and connecting that solutions based collaborations can occur to address the challenges and overcome systemic economic barriers.

EVENTS

Since 2019, the Indigenomics Events Series have been shaping the future of Indigenous economic growth, bringing together leaders, investors, policymakers, and industry innovators to accelerate Indigenous business success. As a national platform for economic reconciliation, these events provide a space for collaboration, investment, and strategy-building to activate the $100 billion Indigenous economic target. 

The Indigenomics Event Series includes, Indigenomics DESIGN, Indigenomics SHE,  Indigenomics WEALTH DYNAMICS, Indigenomics  IMPACT, Indigenomics on Bay Street and Indigenomics NOW. Each event focuses on key drivers of Indigenous economic strength, including finance, technology, capital access,  equity ownership, economic justice, and economic policy. The series highlights Indigenomics AI development, Indigenous-led financial architecture, and transformative business models that empower Indigenous entrepreneurs and communities.

Indigenomics IMPACT

VANCOUVER

Apr 2025

Indigenomics Now Logo

NOW

Nov 2024

Bay Street Event Logo

TORONTO

Oct 2024

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Indigenomics Scholarship Program

In 2021, the Institute founded the Indigenomics Scholarship Program. The Indigenomics Scholarship program is inspired by the words of the Honourable Murray Sinclair, Chief Commissioner for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission ‘Education is the key to reconciliation. Education got us into this mess, and education will get us out of it.’

As a part of each Indigenomics hosted event, an Indigenous student in business, economics, or commerce is selected with assistance from the Host Nation or region. 

Vancity has partnered with Indigenomics to support this initiative as well as the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada for the 2023 Indigenomics on BAY STREET event.

Caleb Scholarship

BUILDING INDIGENOUS ECONOMIC OUTCOMES

Indigenomics events serve to invite our collective leadership, dialogue and action in advancing the Indigenous economy. Indigenomics is advancing a strengths based narrative of Indigenous economic growth, design, inclusion and reconciliation. The Indigenomics Institute invites you to join us, not just as sponsors but as partners in reaching the $100 billion dollar Indigenous economy!

The following partners have committed to multi-event or multi-year partnerships to advance economic reconciliation.

Current sponsor logos

Past Sponsors

Past Attendees are Saying

“Listening to, learning from, and supporting Indigenous leaders like Carol Anne Hilton and so many others, is a part of reconciliation in action and an opportunity to understand how to do proper economic development that strengthens our true assets.”

Zita Cobb – BAY STREET 2023 Attendee

“We settler businesses must partner with Indigenous businesses. Indigenous businesses are powerful. Indigenous leaders are inspiring.”

BAY STREET 2023 Attendee

“By far the most engaging, fun, powerful and inspiring conference I have been to.”

DESIGN 2023 Attendee

“To me, Indigenomics means supporting and amplifying the economic well being for indigenous communities, families, individuals and entrepreneurs. It means breaking down barriers and solve problems Indigenous communities face that impact their economic security, wellness and growth.”

Crystal Kelly – SHE 2024 Speaker

“Indigenous peoples in Canada want to be part of the Canadian and Global economy. While it is important to remember what has happened in the past, it is critical to consider how we move forward from here. In the words of Chief Sitting Bull “Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children.”

Frank Busch
– BAY STREET Speaker

“Indigenomics represents the empowerment and revitalization of Indigenous economies through culturally aligned practices and sustainable development. It’s about creating economic opportunities that enable Indigenous people to thrive within their communities. My work focuses on supporting marginalized individuals and fostering partnerships that respect and incorporate native knowledge and values. I am committed to building resilient, self-sustaining tribal economies through innovative and inclusive approaches, ensuring that people can continue living and prospering on tribal lands.”

Holly Patterson
– 2024 SHE Speaker

“Supporting Indigenous people and communities to reach their goals using co-operatives is an important part of our mandate. Each community is culturally and economically distinct, and as such deserve supports designed for their unique needs. Co-operatives First support co-op development where western co-operative fundamentals can be merged with individual community cultural practices and processes.”

2024 DESIGN Sponsor

“Indigenomics represents the blending of Indigenous wisdom and research, highlighting the importance of respecting Indigenous perspectives and values in genetic studies. It’s about bridging the gap between modern science and traditional knowledge, fostering collaboration, and promoting equity within research involving Indigenous communities.”

2024 SHE Vendor

“Having spent the last decade working on an emerging space for right relationship between First Peoples and Settlers, continues the search with its latest rendition entitled PeaceMakerAI.net. The great Law of Peace guides my work and being at your conference would allow me to connect with like minds.”

2024 DESIGN Delegate

“Indigenomics on Bay Street is the culmination of inherently unwavering collected cultural knowledge and connection, passion and initiative of indigenous leaders succeeding in non-indigenous spaces. I am honored to be part of this historic event because I believe that our indigenous economies are beautifully powerful forces to be reckoned with not just today, but for the generations to come.”

Alisha Murphy – 2023 BAY STREET Speaker

The Institute values working with Indigenous businesses for Indigenomics events – we want to hear from you.

Are you an Indigenous owned business in the Events space?