Labour Market Information October 2026

IndigiConnect is sharing an upcoming funding opportunity for Indigenous teacher education programs, organizations and communities! 🎓✨

Midwest Surveys supports Indigenous students pursuing education in geomatics and related disciplines through Indspire.

The Indigenous Careers Award encourages First Nations, Métis and Inuit students living in Alberta to pursue and complete post-secondary education.

The Government of Alberta's First Nations, Métis and Inuit Bursary provides financial support to Indigenous students who are willing to live and work in northern Alberta after completing their education.

Preparing Our Nation Businesses for the Opportunities Ahead Across Alberta, billions of dollars are being invested in major construction, defence, energy, infrastructure and industrial projects.

Imperial provides Indigenous students with scholarship, education, internship and employment opportunities, including programs connected to communities surrounding its Cold Lake operations.

The Bill and Elsie More First Nations Bursary assists First Nations students who are pursuing post-secondary education and experiencing financial need.

The Post-Secondary Student Support Program provides financial assistance to eligible First Nations students pursuing post-secondary education.

Organizations can apply for funding for projects that support economic development and diversification.

Economic Highlights for the Week of August 24, 2026

Alberta Indian Investment Corporation (AIIC) is pleased to offer an Indigenous Women’s Entrepreneur Program (IWE).

this map, shows projects supported in part or in whole by ISC targeted infrastructure funding. The map is updated on a quarterly basis. It currently reflects data as of March 31, 2026.

This directory helps Indigenous businesses pursue business opportunities.

What is the Indigenous Business Directory? The Indigenous Business Directory (IBD) can help your business find opportunities, including federal contracts.

The Aboriginal Entrepreneurship Program (AEP) provides access to capital and business opportunities to Indigenous entrepreneurs and business owners in Canada.

As part of the Government of Canada's work to advance economic reconciliation, Canada is supporting Indigenous businesses with federal government procurement opportunities.

How Helpful Content Can Bring More Customers to Your Website

Gaining new customers starts with a solid marketing strategy

Understanding your numbers might not be as exciting as launching a new product or connecting with customers, but it’s one of the most important parts of running a successful business.

Whether you’re starting a catering business, running a tourism venture, or developing an online home goods store, there are resources available to help you succeed.

The Strategic Partnerships Initiative (SPI) helps government departments work together to support Indigenous participation in economic development opportunities.

Connect your business, organization or community to Government of Canada programs and services for business and economic development.

The Arts and Cultures of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples

This program supports Indigenous individuals and groups, Indigenous-led arts organizations and arts/cultural sector development organizations that foster a vital and resilient Indigenous arts ecosystem.

Access to Capital to Accelerate Economic Reconciliation