Business Resources for Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs
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Free tools, guides, videos, and connections — all designed to help you start, grow, and sustain your business. Whether you're exploring an idea or ready to launch, you'll find what you need here.
01 Getting Started
Getting Started with Your Business
New to entrepreneurship? Start here. These foundational resources will help you understand the basics — from exploring your idea to understanding business structures and taking your first steps.
Foundational Videos
Why Start a Business?
Explore your motivations and understand the entrepreneurial mindset.
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Business Structures
Sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation — learn which is right for you.
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Steps to Starting a Business
A step-by-step overview of the startup process from idea to launch.
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Purpose & Value Proposition
Define your business purpose and what makes your offering unique.
Watch Now »Workshop Materials & Templates
The Path to a Dream — Workshop Materials
Complete workshop materials exploring your entrepreneurial dreams and turning ideas into action plans.
Download Materials »Business Model Canvas — Workshop Materials
Templates and guides for creating a Business Model Canvas — a visual tool for planning your business.
Download Templates »Prosperity Project Process Flow Chart
Visual flowchart showing how the Prosperity Project supports entrepreneurs through each stage.
Download PDF »02 Business Planning
Business Planning & Strategy
Ready to create your business plan? These resources will guide you through market analysis, business planning fundamentals, and strategic thinking.
Business Planning Videos
Business Plan Basics & Financing
Workshop recording with Harmony covering business plan essentials and financing options.
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Market Data on Statistics Canada
Find and use market data from Statistics Canada for your business planning.
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Business Data on Statistics Canada
Accessing business statistics and data from Statistics Canada for your sector.
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Build a Better Business — Community Futures
Free online learning modules covering all aspects of starting and running a business, from Community Futures Saskatchewan.
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Financial Management & Money Skills
Understanding your numbers is essential to business success. Learn about budgeting, cash flow, expenses, financial statements, and taxes.
Financial Management Videos
Book Keeping
Learn the basics of keeping accurate financial records to stay organized and on top of your business finances.
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Financial Management (Basics)
Introduction to financial management concepts every business owner needs.
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Financial Statements
Understanding balance sheets, income statements, and financial reports.
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GST and PST
Understanding and managing GST and PST for your Saskatchewan business.
Watch Now »Workshop Materials
Financial Planning — Workshop Materials
Complete financial planning workshop materials including budgeting templates, financial projections worksheets, and planning guides.
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Marketing, Social Media & Sales
Reach your customers and promote your business effectively. Learn about social media marketing, creating your online presence, pitching your business, and public speaking.
Marketing & Social Media Videos
Creating a Logo
Learn logo design basics, explore logo types, and use Canva to develop and refine your brand identity.
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Meta Business
Setting up and using Meta Business Suite for Facebook and Instagram marketing.
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TikTok for Business
Using TikTok for business marketing and reaching new audiences.
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Pitch!
How to pitch your business idea effectively to investors, customers, or partners.
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Public Speaking with Heather Morrison
Developing public speaking skills for presentations, pitches, and networking.
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Legal, Business Registration & Compliance
Navigate the legal requirements of starting and running a business in Saskatchewan. Learn about registration, legal structures, contracts, and accessing legal support.
Videos
Navigating ISC (SK)
How to navigate the Information Services Corporation of Saskatchewan for business registration.
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Extra-Provincial Registration
Understanding registration requirements if you want to do business outside Saskatchewan.
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Finding Contract Opportunities
How to find government and corporate contract opportunities for your business.
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SK Corporate Registry — Register Online
Official Saskatchewan business registration portal — register your business name, corporation, or partnership online.
Visit Registry »Saskatchewan Legal Directory
Find legal services in Saskatchewan through Legal Aid Saskatchewan's public directory.
Search Directory »Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan
Access free legal advice and services through Pro Bono Law Saskatchewan if you qualify.
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Grant Writing
Navigate the legal requirements of starting and running a business in Saskatchewan. Learn about registration, legal structures, contracts, and accessing legal support.
Grant Writing Videos
Grant Writing — Harmony's Workshop
Workshop recording with Harmony covering grant writing fundamentals and strategies.
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Grant Writing — Additional Resource
Additional grant writing tutorial covering application strategies and best practices.
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Indigenous Knowledge & Interpersonal Skills
Ground your business journey in Indigenous knowledge and strengthen your interpersonal skills. These resources explore Indigenous perspectives on leadership, communication, reconciliation, and cultural connection.
Indigenous Knowledge Videos
Tracy Bear: Indigenous Women in Indigenous Societies
Professor Tracy Bear discusses the integral role of Indigenous women and colonization's impacts.
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Tracy Bear: Reconciliation in the Face of Nationalism
Professor Tracy Bear explores reconciliation with Indigenous people in the context of Canadian nationalism.
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Sylvia McAdam — Treaties
Sylvia McAdam shares knowledge about treaties and their meaning for Indigenous peoples.
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Voice of My Grandmother — Woodland Cree Series
Documentary exploring Woodland Cree culture, traditions, and knowledge.
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Non-violent Communication: How to Get Your Point Across
Communication techniques for effective and respectful conversations in business and life.
Watch Now »08 Original Prosperity Project Content
Complete Workshop Recordings with Harmony
Full workshop recordings created by the MLCN Prosperity Project — comprehensive sessions covering everything from foundational entrepreneurship to specific business skills. Accompanying materials are available in the sections above.
Self Leadership
Establish your purpose, build confidence, and develop the mindset to lead yourself and your business forward.
The Path to a Dream
Explore your entrepreneurial dreams and create a roadmap to turn your vision into reality.
Cree-ative Development
Discover how to develop your creative ideas into viable business opportunities. Celebrating Indigenous creativity in entrepreneurship.
Business Plan Basics & Financing
Learn the fundamentals of creating a business plan and understanding financing options.
Grant Writing
Master the art of grant writing — how to write compelling applications and access funding.
Conflict Resolution
Skills for managing and resolving conflicts in business relationships, partnerships, and customer interactions.
Community Resource
MLCN Business Directory
Support local entrepreneurs by connecting with businesses in the Montreal Lake Cree Nation community. Browse the directory or add your own business to help others find you.
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