Saskatchewan Indigenous Business Gathering

Connecting Indigenous Businesses and Industry for a Stronger Saskatchewan

Date:

March 4, 2026

Location:

World Trade Centre Saskatoon at Prairieland Park | 503 Ruth Street West Saskatoon, SK S7K 4E4 | Get Directions

Overview

Join us in Saskatoon on March 4, 2026, for the 5th Annual Saskatchewan Indigenous Business Gathering (IBG). A premier event celebrating Indigenous entrepreneurship, innovation, and partnerships that drive economic growth across Saskatchewan.

IBG brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses, industry leaders, municipalities, and Crown corporations for a one-day trade show focused on partnership, procurement, and collaboration opportunities.

Hosted by the Government of Saskatchewan, the event showcases the vibrant and diverse capabilities of Indigenous-owned businesses and their contributions to the province’s economy.

Event Announcement Video

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Speaker and Panelist Spotlights

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Agenda Overview

Get the most out of your day with a tradeshow and panels focused on Indigenous business development, partnership opportunities, and supply chain growth.

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Pre Event – Tuesday, March 3, 2026

12:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Tradeshow Setup

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Food & Networking

6:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Welcome from Pre-Event Social Partners

Day of Event – Wednesday, March 4, 2026

8:00 AM

Registration Opens

8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Trade Show & Networking (George Gordon Developments Hall - Hall B)

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Welcome Remarks followed by Lunch Keynote & Panel (Hall A)

1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Trade Show & Networking (George Gordon Developments Hall - Hall B)

Marketplace and Vendor Highlights

Explore the Indigenous Marketplace, featuring artisans, crafters, and product creators from across Saskatchewan. From fine art and fashion to locally made goods, the Marketplace celebrates entrepreneurship and cultural pride.

Vendor space is limited, so if you are interested, please contact us at Indigenous.ecdev@gov.sk.ca.

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Trade Show Gallery

Testimonials

Absolute highlight every year is networking. Opportunities to work and connect together, nation-to-nation development, new connections within the government, the smiles that you see. It’s a wonderful event. The goal is to walk away from the day with opportunities, it’s really exciting and great to see something like this happening.

The connections formed here at IBG translate into real partnerships, contracts, and growth opportunities that might otherwise never materialize. By bringing Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses together, we're not just networking—we're actively reshaping Saskatchewan's economic landscape to be more inclusive and innovative.

The IBG is critical for Indigenous businesses. I've been coming since this began, and I saw it grow from a couple hundred people to now 1,200. You can see relationships forming. You're watching partnerships being built. This is where the work gets done. And there's something in it for all of us.

This is one of my favourite events of the year, because everybody shows up, prepared to talk about the services they provide, talk about the opportunities, connect informally over coffee. We have nations and Métis communities and representation from the northern most part of our province to the southern most part, east to the west. And everybody's in the same room together.

Fequently Asked Questions

Who will be at the Indigenous Business Gathering?

Indigenous Economic Development Corporations and Indigenous-owned companies looking for supply chain, procurement and joint business partnership opportunities;
Multinational companies looking to connect with Indigenous-owned companies for procurement, supply chain and joint ventures;
Saskatchewan Crown corporations looking for Indigenous companies for their procurement and supply chain needs; and,
Municipalities interested in utilizing more Indigenous-owned businesses in their current and future procurement plans.

What will the gathering be like?

Attendees can look forward to an event highlighting Indigenous business leadership, fostering partnerships and investment opportunities. Join us for a day of connection, networking, and celebration of Indigenous business success in Saskatchewan.

Is there a cost to attend the gathering?

There is no cost to register for this event. However tickets are limited, and the event has sold out each year.

Will there be tradeshow booths?

Booths are available for Indigenous-owned businesses and economic development corporations, non-Indigenous businesses, organizations and municipalities looking for partnerships in procurement, supply chain and joint venture opportunities. Please contact Indigenous.ecdev@gov.sk.ca to request a booth. All individuals working a trade show booth must registered for a ticket.

Supporting Initiatives

The Government of Saskatchewan has initiatives to support the growth of Indigenous business in the province:

The Saskatchewan Indigenous Investment Finance Corporation (SIIFC) provides loan guarantees for Indigenous equity in large-scale natural resource and value-added agriculture projects. Learn more at siifc.ca.
The Government of Saskatchewan connects Indigenous businesses with industries, investors, and key partners to enhance supply chain participation and stimulate business growth, particularly in sectors like natural resources, mining, construction, agriculture, and manufacturing.