Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization supporting emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce seven young Indigenous entrepreneurs selected to receive technology grants through the Tech 4 Youth program, supported by Best Buy Canada.
In 2022, Pow Wow Pitch and Best Buy Canada launched the Tech 4 Youth program to equip young Indigenous entrepreneurs with essential technology to support their entrepreneurial journeys. As the primary partner of the Pow Wow Pitch Youth category, Best Buy Canada also supports aspiring young business leaders through mentorship, helping them strengthen their one-minute pitches for the opportunity to win cash prizes.
The Tech 4 Youth program welcomed applications from Pow Wow Pitch Alumni aged 21 and under from across Canada. This year’s recipients are building businesses across fashion, beadwork, photography and videography, cultural programming, graphic design, and more. Through the program, each recipient received technology to support their individual business needs, helping them strengthen operations, create and market their work, reach new customers, and continue developing their entrepreneurial skills.
Meet the 2026 Tech-4-Youth Recipients
Cody McDonald, Founder and Owner of Mayzoon Parisien and a citizen of the Manitoba Métis Federation, creates custom Métis regalia with a focus on traditional vests and ribbon skirts. Cody received an iPad and iPhone to support digital illustration and embroidery design, product photography, website management, customer communications, and the continued growth of his business.
Alliah Oldpan, Founder of Skydancermovement from Ermineskin Cree Nation and Gwich’in Tribal Council, provides culturally grounded powwow dance programming for Indigenous girls and young women through mentorship, movement, and teachings. Alliah received a laptop, printer and scanner, and speaker to support lesson planning, workshop delivery, business administration, community outreach, and the expansion of her programming.
Brandon Hart, Founder of Nuniyeh from York Factory First Nation, creates graphic-design apparel featuring his own work and designs from other Indigenous artists. Brandon received technology to strengthen the creative and operational sides of his business, supporting graphic design, product photography, marketing, shipping, inventory management, and the continued development of his brand.
Harley Maytwayashing, Founder and CEO of Anish Luxe from Long Plain First Nation, is developing an Indigenous-owned streetwear brand bringing together fashion, culture, storytelling, and community. Harley received technology to support graphic design, e-commerce, business administration, product photography, digital content creation, and order fulfillment as he prepares to launch Anish Luxe’s first apparel collection.
Kiera Brown, Owner of K’s Handmade Beaded Bracelets and a citizen of the Métis Nation British Columbia, creates handmade beaded bracelets for children and adults. Kiera received technology to support marketing, website development, design, order management, and the expansion of her business into new beaded items and accessories.
Kashtin Delorme, Owner of KASHT2N Productions from Cowessess First Nation, operates an Indigenous-owned photography and videography business in Saskatchewan focused on visual storytelling, events, promotional content, and community stories. Kashtin received a 70–200mm lens to expand his photography and videography capabilities and support an upcoming documentary exploring the history of Cowessess First Nation and the return of buffalo to the Nation’s lands.
Isabella “Bella” McBain-Nepton, Owner of Bella McBain Creations, creates handmade brick-stitch earrings inspired by Mi’kmaq culture and community while sharing beading skills with Indigenous youth. Bella is receiving camera and lighting equipment to strengthen her product photography, digital storytelling, social media presence, and ability to share her work with audiences across Canada.
“We are deeply grateful to Best Buy Canada for continuing to support and uplift the ideas and ambitions of young Indigenous entrepreneurs through Tech 4 Youth,” said Naomi Sarazin, Executive Director of Pow Wow Pitch. “This year’s recipients are bringing their creativity, culture, and entrepreneurial vision into so many different spaces, from fashion and beadwork to visual storytelling and cultural programming. Congratulations to Cody, Alliah, Brandon, Harley, Kiera, Kashtin, and Bella! We are excited to see how you use this technology to continue building your businesses, developing your skills, and bringing your ideas to life.”
“At Best Buy Canada, we believe in the power of technology to open doors and create opportunities,” said Karen Arsenault, Head of Social Impact and Sustainability at Best Buy Canada. “Through the Tech 4 Youth program, we are honoured to support the next generation of Indigenous entrepreneurs as they pursue their dreams and build businesses that will create a positive difference in their communities. We are inspired by their creativity and vision for the future, and we’re proud to play a part in their entrepreneurial journey.”
Through Tech 4 Youth, Pow Wow Pitch and Best Buy Canada continue to create opportunities for young Indigenous entrepreneurs to access technology that meets their business needs and supports the next stage of their entrepreneurial journeys.
Learn more about the Tech 4 Youth program at powwowpitch.org/best-buy.
To watch the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Youth Semi-Finals, click here.