Isabella “Bella” McBain-Nepton, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, Owner of Bella McBain Creations, is turning her passion for beadwork into a growing Indigenous-owned business. Bella creates handmade brick-stitch earrings inspired by Mi’kmaq culture and community, sharing her work at powwows, conferences, and events while also passing on beading skills to Indigenous youth.
Kashtin Delorme, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, Owner of KASHT2N Productions, is using photography and videography to capture meaningful moments and preserve important stories. A member of Cowessess First Nation, Kashtin operates his Indigenous-owned visual production business in Saskatchewan, creating high-quality photography and video for events, communities, organizations, and businesses.
Kiera Brown, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Semi-Finalist, and Owner of K’s Handmade Beaded Bracelets, is turning her passion for creating into a growing youth-led business. A Métis youth and citizen of Métis Nation British Columbia, Kiera creates handmade beaded bracelets for both children and adults, bringing her creativity and love of beading to each piece she makes.
Harley Maytwayashing, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Semi-Finalist, and Founder and CEO of Anish Luxe, is building an Indigenous-owned streetwear brand that brings together fashion, culture, and community. A member of Long Plain First Nation, Harley created Anish Luxe with a vision of offering premium yet accessible apparel while collaborating with Indigenous artists, sharing Indigenous stories, and creating opportunities to give back to community.
Brandon Hart, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Semi-Finalist, and Founder of Nuniyeh, is bringing his creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to graphic design and apparel. A member of York Factory First Nation, Brandon creates clothing featuring his own graphic designs alongside work from other Indigenous artists, using fashion as a way to showcase Indigenous creativity and create opportunities through entrepreneurship.
Alliah Oldpan, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Finalist, and Founder of Sky Dancer Movement, is creating culturally grounded opportunities for Indigenous girls and young women through powwow dance, mentorship, and movement. From Ermineskin Cree Nation and Gwich’in Tribal Council, Alliah created Sky Dancer Movement to promote confidence, wellness, and cultural connection while creating accessible opportunities for youth to learn and participate in powwow dance.
Cody McDonald, a 2026 Tech 4 Youth Grant recipient, 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Semi-Finalist, and Owner of Mayzoon Parisien, is creating greater access to Métis regalia through a combination of traditional design and modern production methods. A citizen of the Manitoba Métis Federation, Cody creates custom Métis regalia with a focus on traditional vests and ribbon skirts. Through his work, he aims to make regalia more accessible while remaining rooted in Métis culture, traditional design and Michif language revitalization.
Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization supporting emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs, announced four technology grant recipients for young Indigenous entrepreneurs through the Tech 4 Youth program supported by Best Buy Canada.
On October 21, 2026, Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that hosts Turtle Island’s premier Indigenous Business Pitch Competition for Indigenous entrepreneurs, co-presented in partnership with RBC and Mastercard, announced Danielle Boyer, Anishinaabe Founder and CEO of The STEAM Connection, as the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Winner and recipient of the Grand Prize of $25,000.
Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the awarding of sixteen grants to Indigenous women and two-spirit entrepreneurs in partnership with Aritzia, a design house with an innovative global platform.
On September 8, 2026, Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that hosts Turtle Island’s premier Indigenous Business Pitch Competition for Indigenous entrepreneurs, presented in partnership with RBC and Mastercard, announced Danielle Boyer, Anishinaabe of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians, Founder and CEO of The STEAM Connection, a business based in Troy, Michigan, USA, as the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Technology Semi-Final Winner. Danielle has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow her business.
On September 14, 2026, Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that hosts Turtle Island’s premier Indigenous Business Pitch Competition for Indigenous entrepreneurs, presented in partnership with RBC and Mastercard, announced Cole Sanderson, Sturgeon Lake First Nation Founder of North Wrestle, a business based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, as the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch People’s Choice Semi-Final Winner. Cole has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow his business.
On September 9, 2026, Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that hosts Turtle Island’s premier Indigenous Business Pitch Competition for Indigenous entrepreneurs, presented in partnership with RBC and Mastercard, announced Shilo Cote, the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg Owner and Creator of Quality Quills, a business based in Kitigan Zibi, Quebec, as the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Fashion Semi-Final Winner. Shilo has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow her business.
On September 9, 2026, Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that hosts Turtle Island’s premier Indigenous Business Pitch Competition for Indigenous entrepreneurs, presented in partnership with RBC and Mastercard, announced Shyanne Yellowbird, the Samson Cree Nation Founder of mîmîNîsak, a business based in Pigeon Lake, Alberta, Canada and Marysville, Washington, USA, as the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Alumni Choice Semi-Final Winner. Shyanne has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow her business.
On September 8, 2026, Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that hosts Turtle Island’s premier Indigenous Business Pitch Competition for Indigenous entrepreneurs, presented in partnership with RBC and Mastercard, announced Stephanie King, the Timiskaming First Nation Founder and Owner of Fin & Feather, a business based in East Gwillimbury, Ontario, as the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Startup Semi-Final Winner. Stephanie has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow her business.