by Destiny Maluga | Sep 1, 2026 | News, Stories
On August 31, 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 Aleria McKay, an Onondaga woman from Six Nations of the Grand River and Founder and Director of the Miss Indigenous Canada Leadership Development and Ambassador Program, as the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Not-for-Profit Semi-Final Winner. Aleria has won $1,000 and is advancing to the Grand Finale for a chance to win $25,000 to grow her organization.
by Destiny Maluga | Aug 20, 2026 | News, Partnerships
Pow Wow Pitch is proud to welcome the National Arts Centre (NAC) as a partner in advancing Indigenous entrepreneurship in the National Capital Region, as part of a broader commitment to celebrating and supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs across Turtle Island.
by Destiny Maluga | Jul 22, 2026 | News
Pow Wow Pitch is proud to announce a $300,000 grant from the McConnell Foundation in support of Building Bridges through Indigenous Entrepreneurship, a three-year initiative focused on expanding reach, mentorship, and business development support for emerging Indigenous entrepreneurs across Canada.
by Destiny Maluga | Jul 21, 2026 | Collaborations, News
On Saturday, July 18, 2026, Pow Wow Pitch, an Indigenous-led non-profit organization that empowers and supports Indigenous entrepreneurs with access to capital, mentorship, training and support, co-presented by RBC and Mastercard, and with local presenting partner Mi’gmawei Mawiomi Business Corporation, announced Sherry Condo, a Mi’gmaq Beekeeper from the Listiguj First Nation as the 2026 Gesgapegiag Pow Wow Pitch Winner. The Mi’gmaq-owned business has won $5,000 for their business and will advance to the 2026 Pow Wow Pitch Grand Finale where they will get the chance to win the grand prize of $25,000.
by Destiny Maluga | Jul 14, 2026 | News, Partnerships
Pow Wow Pitch, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs, is proud to announce the renewal of its partnership with Raven Indigenous Capital Partners. Together, the organizations continue their shared commitment to supporting early-stage Indigenous entrepreneurs across Turtle Island through mentorship, education, access to capital, and relationship-building opportunities.
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