Northeastern Alberta Aboriginal Business Association (NAABA)

04/09/2026

Becoming a NAABA Member starts with certification and we’re here to guide you through it.

Certification strengthens your credibility, increases your visibility, and opens the door to networking opportunities, procurement exposure, and business development programming designed specifically for Indigenous entrepreneurs and businesses.

If you’ve been thinking about joining, this is your sign to take the next step.

Learn how to get certified and become a NAABA Member today:
👉 naaba.ca/memberships

04/08/2026

Looking to strengthen your business finances?

Join Community Futures Wood Buffalo for a two-part workshop series designed to help entrepreneurs build a strong financial foundation and plan for growth.

This series will cover:
✔ Accounting, bookkeeping, and cash flow fundamentals
✔ Financial reporting and staying compliant
✔ Accessing capital and financing options
✔ How to position your business for funding

Whether you are starting out or looking to scale, these sessions will give you the tools and knowledge to make confident financial decisions.

📅 April 15

🕛 Part 1: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
🔗https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/accounting-tax-services-for-business-part-1-tickets-1985732425138

🕑 Part 2: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
🔗https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/capital-financing-for-business-part-2-tickets-1986922540806

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your business success.

04/07/2026

Please note that the NAABA office will be closed this Friday.

With Spring Break underway, we hope everyone has the opportunity to enjoy some time with family and take a well-deserved break.

We will return to regular business hours on Monday. Thank you for your understanding!

04/07/2026

⛳ 2 months to go.

The NAABA Annual Golf Tournament presented by Finning Canada returns June 4 at Miskanaw Golf Course.

This signature double shotgun tournament is NAABA’s largest fundraiser and a key networking event for Indigenous businesses, industry partners, and community leaders across Northeastern Alberta.

Sponsorship opportunities remain available, with options ranging from premium sponsorships to hole sponsorships and in-kind contributions.

🔗 Learn more & explore sponsorships: rebrand.ly/sa0gvau
📧 Sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]
| 780-791-0478

More details, including registration timelines and confirmed sponsors, coming soon.

04/05/2026

Easter brings renewed energy and fresh perspective. It’s a meaningful time to look ahead to new opportunities, stronger partnerships, and the continued growth that comes from working together.

From everyone at NAABA, we wish our members, partners, and supporters a joyful Easter and a successful season ahead.

04/04/2026

NAABA works to elevate Indigenous businesses creating visibility with industry, partners, and the broader community so opportunities can follow.

Your business deserves the spotlight.
👉 Learn how NAABA supports members at NAABA.ca

04/03/2026

Good Friday is a meaningful reminder to pause and reflect on service, relationships, and the values that help communities grow stronger together. It is a day for perspective, gratitude, and quiet reflection.

From everyone at NAABA, we wish you a peaceful Good Friday.

04/01/2026

Opportunities don’t just happen, they’re built through visibility and connection.

As a NAABA member, you gain increased exposure to procurement opportunities, industry leaders, and organizations looking to partner with Indigenous businesses. Through trade shows, procurement sessions, networking events, and strategic partnerships, we help put your business in front of the right people.

Ready to position your business for more opportunities?
Learn more about membership at naaba.ca

03/31/2026

Please note that the NAABA office will be closed from April 3 to April 6 in observance of Easter.

We will resume regular business hours on April 7.

We appreciate your understanding and wish everyone a safe and meaningful Easter weekend.

Learn more about NAABA programs and updates: naaba.ca

03/28/2026

Looking to grow your team? Or searching for your next opportunity?

NAABA’s Job Board connects employers and job seekers across our network and beyond.

🔹 Members: Promote your open positions on our high-traffic website and reach a strong, engaged audience.
🔹 Job Seekers & Non-Members: Explore current opportunities with Indigenous businesses and industry partners in our region.

It’s another way NAABA supports business growth and workforce development in our community.

Visit the Job Board today:
👉 naaba.ca/job-board

If you have any questions regarding how to post a job or edit a job listing please see the links below or email us.

03/26/2026

A big thank you to Robbie Picard Media for stopping by and brightening our day with these beautiful flowers.

As one of our valued members, and the team behind our marketing, we truly appreciate the relationship we’ve built together. It’s partnerships like these that reflect what NAABA is all about: supporting one another, growing together, and strengthening Indigenous business in our region.

We’re grateful for the continued collaboration and shared commitment to uplifting our community.

03/23/2026

If you’re serious about growing your business, expanding your network, and accessing new opportunities, it might be time to explore NAABA membership!

The question isn’t whether you should grow… it’s who you want beside you while you do it.

Find out why becoming a NAABA Member could be the right move for your business.

Learn more at naaba.ca