The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) is seeking proposals from qualified event planners to plan and oversee the NACCA Indigenous Prosperity Forum on May 5, 6 and 7, 2026.  This will be the seventh edition of the event to be held at Hotel Lac Leamy in Gatineau, QC.  NACCA is dedicated to serving as the voice of Indigenous Financial Institutions and advocating for Indigenous business development on a national scale. Our mission is to ensure that Indigenous businesses have equitable access to the capital and resources they need to thrive. In line with this mission, the purpose of our 2026 Indigenous Prosperity Forum and Gala is to bring together stakeholders, showcase successful Indigenous enterprises, and foster an environment of growth and prosperity. By promoting these thriving businesses, NACCA aims to highlight the critical role of Indigenous Financial Institutions in supporting economic development and ensuring sustainable, prosperous futures for Indigenous communities across Canada. 

View the RFP here.

For Immediate Release 

Ottawa, ON — The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) acknowledges the release of the 2025 Federal Budget and remains steadfast in advancing Indigenous prosperity through community-driven economic development. 

NACCA is pleased with the confirmation of a 6-million-dollar investment for the Signature Indigenous Tourism Experiences Stream (SITES) 2 project.  In 2025, the SITES pilot program delivered by NACCA, successfully deployed 9.5 million to eleven Indigenous tourism projects across the country. This new SITES 2 funding will allow NACCA to continue assisting Indigenous attraction businesses in Canada. The Government of Canada’s decision to protect Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) programming from deep funding reductions reaffirms the importance of Indigenous-led economic initiatives. NACCA will continue to drive the value of sustained long-term Indigenous business development.

Shannin Metatawabin, CEO, NACCA shared, 

“Indigenous entrepreneurs are building strong businesses in every region of this country. Their success strengthens local economies, creates jobs, and builds wealth that stays in communities for generations. NACCA and the network of Indigenous Financial Institutions stand ready to work with the federal government to expand access to capital, close the persistent financing gaps, and unlock the full potential of Indigenous talent.”

Read the full Press Release here

The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) is seeking proposals from qualified event planners to plan and oversee the NACCA Indigenous Prosperity Forum on May 5, 6 and 7, 2026.  This will be the seventh edition of the event to be held at Hotel Lac Leamy in Gatineau, QC.  NACCA is dedicated to serving as the voice of Indigenous Financial Institutions and advocating for Indigenous business development on a national scale. Our mission is to ensure that Indigenous businesses have equitable access to the capital and resources they need to thrive. In line with this mission, the purpose of our 2026 Indigenous Prosperity Forum and Gala is to bring together stakeholders, showcase successful Indigenous enterprises, and foster an environment of growth and prosperity. By promoting these thriving businesses, NACCA aims to highlight the critical role of Indigenous Financial Institutions in supporting economic development and ensuring sustainable, prosperous futures for Indigenous communities across Canada. 

Review the RFP here.

The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced graphic designer to collaborate in producing our annual report for 2024/2025. The selected designer will be responsible for visually communicating the organization’s accomplishments, financial reporting, and overall impact in a manner that resonates with our stakeholders, particularly those in the Indigenous economic space. 

The deadline for submissions has been extended to Monday, November 3, 2025 – 4p Eastern.

Read the Request for Proposal here.

NACCA celebrates small businesses each and every day. When it comes to Canada’s Small Business Week, it’s more than an event on our calendars. It marks another opportunity to share big ideas, new beginnings, and growth for Indigenous communities from coast to coast to coast. This year for, we want to shine a spotlight on our future: our youth. Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship is on the rise and with some bold moves from our National Indigenous Youth Business Advisory Council, engaged youth who have participated in our research, and the diligence of our programs team, our National program has launched! Now offered by many of the 50 Indigenous Financial Institutions we work with, here’s how it all began.   Continue reading

The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced graphic designer to collaborate in producing our annual report for 2024/2025. The selected designer will be responsible for visually communicating the organization’s accomplishments, financial reporting, and overall impact in a manner that resonates with our stakeholders, particularly those in the Indigenous economic space. 

Read the Request for Proposal here. 

Ottawa, ON — September 29, 2025 — Indigenous women leaders from around the globe will gather in Vancouver, British Columbia on September 28-30, 2026 for the Indigenous Women in Industry (IWI) Summit Canada, a transformative event designed to foster economic, cultural, and social opportunities for Indigenous women across the Indo-Pacific region and beyond.

Hosted on the unceded territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, IWI 2026 will bring together over 250 Indigenous women and allies from Canada, Aotearoa (New Zealand), Australia, and other international partners. The summit will focus on entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and next generation matriarchs, while strengthening global Indigenous-to-Indigenous connections and advancing reconciliation.

“IWI 2026 represents a bold step forward in Indigenous women’s global economic leadership,” said Rachel Petero, Founder and CEO of Rise Global and Co-Host of IWI 2026. “We’re creating a legacy of cultural exchange, economic collaboration, and future-focused leadership led by Indigenous women — for Indigenous women.”

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2025

Whitehorse, YK – The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) announces the successful completion of our Annual General Meeting (AGM) held September 3–5, 2025, on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council. The gathering hosted by däna Näye Ventures (DNV) brought together leaders, partners and members from the network, from coast to coast to coast. The DNV team, featuring Executive Director and long-time NACCA Board member Elaine Chambers, highlighted the pivotal role that Indigenous Financial Institutions play in building local economies.

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Ottawa – August 19, 2025 – The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) is honoured to join the Team Canada Trade Mission to Australia and participate in CONNECT 2025.

During the mission, NACCA is privileged to participate alongside distinguished Canadian representatives, including Canada’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, His Excellency Keith Smith and other Canadian dignitaries who contributed to forging stronger bilateral trade ties.

This mission is an opportunity to reinforce Canada’s commitment to inclusive growth and elevate Indigenous-led business within global markets, especially the vibrant Australian economy.  NACCA participants include Kevin Rose, Director of Programs and Member Services and Mark Dokis, Special Projects Manager.

Read the full Press Release here.