MINI TIPI Gives Back: Three Extra Prizes for Indigenous Entrepreneurs at Ottawa Summer Solstice Pow Wow Pitch

MINI TIPI Gives Back: Three Extra Prizes for Indigenous Entrepreneurs at Ottawa Summer Solstice Pow Wow Pitch

“MINI TIPI is super excited to be part of Pow Wow Pitch,” said Trisha Pitura, Co-founder of MINI TIPI. “We’ve actually pitched three times, participating as entrepreneurs. To see the progress we have made from the opportunities we’ve received from Pow Wow Pitch is unbelievable. We love and support everything that Pow Wow Pitch does for entrepreneurs to give them that space and stage to stand out, dream big, and tell their story. This year we really wanted to allow entrepreneurs to have more opportunities, so MINI TIPI has given three prizes of $1,000 each, from entrepreneur to entrepreneur, to lift each other up and to see us all succeed together.”

Pow Wow Pitch Welcomes First Team Members

Pow Wow Pitch Welcomes First Team Members

“Joining Pow Wow Pitch has allowed me to get involved with work that feels good,” said Brett Burrow, Programs Coordinator at Pow Wow Pitch. “Pow Wow Pitch has welcomed me into a community I am proud to support and I’m so excited to be a part of the journey to continue building Pow Wow Pitch from here on.”

Ottawa Summer Solstice Welcomes Back Pow Wow Pitch for the 8th Year

Ottawa Summer Solstice Welcomes Back Pow Wow Pitch for the 8th Year

“The Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival is thrilled to be hosting Pow Wow Pitch once again,” said Trina Mather-Simard, Executive Director & Producer of the Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival. “This incredible opportunity for Indigenous entrepreneurs started right here on our Celebration Stage. Each year we are blown away by the brilliance of our Indigenous community and love to watch them confidently pitch and ultimately grow their idea into a successful business.”

Best Buy and Pow Wow Pitch Launch Tech 4 Youth for a Second Year

Best Buy and Pow Wow Pitch Launch Tech 4 Youth for a Second Year

“We are excited to once again support Pow Wow Pitch by providing technology, mentorship, and funding for Indigenous youth as they prepare to be future entrepreneurs,” said Jen Knight, Social Impact Manager, Best Buy Canada. “Last year our employees had such a meaningful experience mentoring these young entrepreneurs, and we’re proud to continue helping to amplify the amazing work being done by Pow Wow Pitch across Canada.”