Brewing up connection

Brewing up connection

Aug 28, 2025 | ,

Erin Belch, Founder of The Belching Barista and a proud member of Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation, is bringing people together over a shared love of coffee. Based in Waterford, Ontario, Erin and her husband Tim started their coffee journey seven years ago when they roasted beans in their basement as a gift for their wedding guests. What began as a small idea quickly transformed into online sales and now has become a full storefront with a Tasting Bar and larger roaster. Their vision is rooted in bringing good people and good coffee together, while supporting sustainable farming practices and using green energy through Bullfrog Power.

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Comfort in every step

Comfort in every step

Aug 27, 2025 | ,

Glenda Biggs, a proud member of Peepeekisis First Nation, is changing the way women experience compression wear through her innovative business, Lippy Diva Leggings. Based in Lloydminster, Alberta, Glenda created a ready-to-wear compression legging specifically designed for women with Lipedema, a chronic condition affecting 11% of women worldwide. As a nationally certified lymphedema therapist, Glenda brought her medical expertise into the world of fashion and design. At its heart, Lippy Diva Leggings is about delivering mobility, comfort, and confidence to women who often struggle to find garments that truly fit their bodies and needs.

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Take the first step

Take the first step

Aug 27, 2025 | ,

Christine Marie, a proud Métis Nation of Saskatchewan entrepreneur based in Saskatoon, SK, is building more than a brand. She is building a movement. As the founder and CEO of Awasis Boutique, Christine has created a space where culture, community, and commerce come together to celebrate Indigenous identity, revitalize lost languages, and inspire future generations. What began in 2018 as an Indigenous baby and kids apparel brand has since blossomed into a nationally recognized business that serves people of all ages including allies through culturally rich, stylish, and functional products.

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Healing through art

Healing through art

Aug 25, 2025 | ,

Caroline Fletcher, a proud Moose Cree First Nation entrepreneur based in Timmins, Ontario, is creating more than jewelry. She is building a path to healing and empowerment through her business, Kingdom Beads. Born from lived experience and a deep desire to support her community, Kingdom Beads exists to serve the spiritual, emotional, and mental wellbeing of Indigenous women and youth. 

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Grow through relationships

Grow through relationships

Aug 21, 2025 | ,

Nadia “Bogs” Bogayevsky, Founder and CEO of Good Native Plants and a proud member of Elsipogtog First Nation, is bringing native plants and their stories back to the land. Based in Balmoral, New Brunswick, her work combines traditional Indigenous knowledge with western ecology to create ethical, regionally appropriate seed collections that restore ecosystems, support pollinators, and revive cultural teachings. Alongside selling seeds, she leads workshops on native-plant-based wildlife conservation, helping people understand the deep ties between Mi’kmaq language, culture, and the plants that have shaped them for generations.

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Our stories are unique

Our stories are unique

Aug 21, 2025 | ,

Leanne Jones, Owner of Leanne Digital Design, and a proud member of Peguis First Nation, is making waves in the branding and web design world by combining artistry with authentic storytelling. Based in Winnipeg, her studio specializes in creating strategic, visually impactful websites and graphic designs that help businesses truly connect with their audiences. With over a decade of experience, Leanne’s approach goes beyond aesthetics. She builds brands that honour values and inspire trust, especially within Indigenous communities.

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Pow Wow Pitch partners with Joint Economic Development Initiative and Women in Business New Brunswick to spotlight Indigenous businesses in New Brunswick

Pow Wow Pitch partners with Joint Economic Development Initiative and Women in Business New Brunswick to spotlight Indigenous businesses in New Brunswick

Jul 31, 2025 | ,

Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce its partnership with Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) and Women in Business New Brunswick (WBNB) as the local presenting partners of the first ever Elsipogtog Pow Wow Pitch. Both JEDI and WBND are providing local Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to tools and resources to bring their business ideas to life.

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Wendy Landry, Bebia Cho Foods, wins Kamloopa Pow Wow Pitch

Wendy Landry, Bebia Cho Foods, wins Kamloopa Pow Wow Pitch

Jul 2, 2025 | ,

On Saturday, June 28, 2025, Pow Wow Pitch, co-presented by RBC and Mastercard, and with local presenting partners Community Futures Development Corporation of Central Interior First Nations (CFDC of CIFN) and All Nations Trust Company (ANTCO), announced Wendy Landry, Founder of Bebia Cho Foods, from the Deh Gáh Got’îê First Nation as the 2025 Kamloopa Pow Wow Pitch Winner. The First Nation-owned business has won $5,000 for their business and will advance to the 2025 Pow Wow Pitch Grand Finale where they will get the chance to win the grand prize of $25,000.

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Grassroots Indigenous businesses are shaping the future from the ground up

Grassroots Indigenous businesses are shaping the future from the ground up

Jun 5, 2025 | ,

Across Turtle Island (North America), Indigenous entrepreneurs are building businesses that are not only transforming their communities but also redefining the broader economic landscape. At the heart of this grassroots movement are organizations like Pow Wow Pitch and Raven Indigenous Capital Partners, working in tandem to empower and elevate Indigenous voices in entrepreneurship.

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Pow Wow Pitch and Raven Indigenous Capital Partners continue to uplift early-stage Indigenous entrepreneurs

Pow Wow Pitch and Raven Indigenous Capital Partners continue to uplift early-stage Indigenous entrepreneurs

May 28, 2025 | ,

Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with Raven Indigenous Capital Partners through 2025. Raven Indigenous Capital Partners, the leading driver in investing in Indigenous and Native American entrepreneurs, will support Indigenous entrepreneurs in this year’s Pow Wow Pitch program by providing mentorship, access to capital, educational resources, and networking opportunities.

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Tannis and Rayel Smoke, Niña Waṡte Events, wins Manito Ahbee Pow Wow Pitch

Tannis and Rayel Smoke, Niña Waṡte Events, wins Manito Ahbee Pow Wow Pitch

May 20, 2025 | ,

On Saturday, May 17, 2025, Pow Wow Pitch, co-presented by RBC and Mastercard, and with local presenting partners Red River College Polytech (RRCP) Mittohnee Pogo’ohtah and North Forge, announced Tannis and Rayel Smoke, Co-Founders of Niña Waṡte Events, from the Dakota Plains Wahpeton Oyate as the 2025 Manito Ahbee Pow Wow Pitch Winner. The First Nations-owned business has won $5,000 for their business and will advance to the 2025 Pow Wow Pitch Grand Finale where they will get the chance to win the grand prize of $25,000.

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Pow Wow Pitch welcomes new Programs Coordinator to the team

Pow Wow Pitch welcomes new Programs Coordinator to the team

May 15, 2025 |

Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to welcome Keisha Perrin as the newest member of our team. A proud Anishinaabekwe from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, Keisha joins Pow Wow Pitch as Programs Coordinator and has already hit the ground running—joining the team in time for the first stop on this year’s Pow Wow Pitch Trail at the Manito Ahbee Pow Wow Pitch, taking place this Saturday, May 17, 2025, in beautiful Treaty 1 Territory, Winnipeg, Manitoba.

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