Coalition of Black Small & Medium Enterprises

Coalition of Black Small & Medium Enterprises COBSMEs is a dynamic and innovative (NGO) dedicated to supporting and empowering Black businesses.

03/21/2026

The Panelists on AI at

03/16/2026

A quick conversation with Dr. Terry Peckham on AI and business growth.

03/13/2026

A few moments from the stage.

03/11/2026

Moments from .

A night of conversations, connections, and community.

Strong business communities are built by people who show up and do the work every day.We’re proud to spotlight Lucky Lin...
03/07/2026

Strong business communities are built by people who show up and do the work every day.

We’re proud to spotlight Lucky Links Building Services, one of the partners supporting BBNE and helping strengthen the local business ecosystem.

Lucky Links Building Services provides professional cleaning and building maintenance services, supporting businesses with reliable solutions that keep workplaces clean, organized, and operating smoothly. Their services include commercial cleaning, janitorial services, and building maintenance, helping organizations maintain environments where teams can focus and thrive.

Businesses across Saskatchewan rely on operators like Lucky Links who bring professionalism, consistency, and pride to the work they do.

If you’re looking for dependable building and cleaning services for your workplace, learn more about Lucky Links here:

🔗 https://luckylinksbuildingservice.ca/

Conversations are powerful. Access to capital makes them actionable.At COBSMEs, we often hear entrepreneurs talk about g...
03/07/2026

Conversations are powerful. Access to capital makes them actionable.

At COBSMEs, we often hear entrepreneurs talk about growth — expanding their businesses, hiring, or entering new markets. But turning those plans into reality often requires the right financial support.

Through initiatives like the Black-Led Business Financing Program and the Scotia Women Initiative, is helping entrepreneurs access financing, mentorship, and resources designed to support long-term business growth.

The Black-Led Business Financing Program helps Black entrepreneurs access funding and support to start or scale their businesses across Canada.

The Scotia Women Initiative is focused on supporting women entrepreneurs with access to capital, mentorship opportunities, and educational resources to help them grow and succeed.

If you're building a business, these programs are worth exploring.

Learn more here:

Black-Led Business Financing Program
https://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/business-banking/banking-solutions/loans-leases/blbfp.html

Scotia Women Initiative
https://www.scotiabank.com/women-initiative/ca/en.html

Here’s what it looked like from the stage.These were real discussions — about business, growth, AI, finance, and leaders...
03/04/2026

Here’s what it looked like from the stage.

These were real discussions — about business, growth, AI, finance, and leadership.

Not just presentations, but conversations people were thinking about long after they left.

Thanks to our partners
, .studio, , , , , , , , , and Outlaw Communications,

Strong economies don’t happen by chance. They’re shaped by policy, partnerships, and long-term strategy.Arla Cameron joi...
02/26/2026

Strong economies don’t happen by chance. They’re shaped by policy, partnerships, and long-term strategy.

Arla Cameron joined Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan) in 2022 as Director, Community Economic Development and External Relations. With close to 20 years of provincial and federal public service experience, her work has focused on strengthening Saskatchewan’s economy at every level.

Prior to PrairiesCan, she served as Director of Policy, Trade and Export Development with the Government of Saskatchewan. Throughout her career, Arla has helped expand the Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program, improve credential recognition for foreign and Canadian-trained workers, negotiate Canadian trade agreements, and resolve trade barriers across multiple industry sectors.

A graduate of the University of Regina (BA International Studies) and the University of London, England (MSc in Agricultural Economics), Arla also served as a sessional lecturer in economics at the University of Regina.

At BBNE 2026, her perspective connects public policy to real business opportunity across the Prairies.

General Admission ticket sales end 2/25.
If you plan to be in the room, now is the time to secure your seat.

🎟️ Tickets

• General Admission: CA$129.13 (incl. fees)
• Group Table (min. 8): CA$1,013.09 (incl. fees)

🎟️ Register here:
👉 https://cobsmes.ca/2026bbne

🚀 BBNE 2026 | Black Business Networking Event
📅 27 February 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Conexus Arts Centre

Our partners
, .studio, , , , , , , , , and Outlaw Communications

02/24/2026

“Surround yourself with people who see you as you wish to become.”

That’s the kind of room BBNE is.

A room that stretches you.
A room that sees your next level before you do.
A room where next year’s speakers are sitting in the audience today.

General Admission ticket sales end tomorrow, February 25.

If you feel called to be in rooms that challenge and grow you, this is your moment.

🎟️ Tickets

• General Admission: CA$129.13 (incl. fees)
• Group Table (min. 8): CA$1,013.09 (incl. fees)

🎟️ Register now:
👉 https://cobsmes.ca/2026bbne

🚀 BBNE 2026 | Black Business Networking Event
📅 27 February 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Conexus Arts Centre

With appreciation to our partners
, .studio, , , , , , , , , and Outlaw Communications,
helping strengthen the business ecosystem in Saskatchewan.

BBNE 2026 is just around the corner.Regular ticket sales will officially close on February 25, two days before the event...
02/24/2026

BBNE 2026 is just around the corner.

Regular ticket sales will officially close on February 25, two days before the event.

If you’re planning to attend, don’t leave it to the last minute. Securing your ticket now means you’re confirmed and ready for the room.

🎟️ Tickets

• General Admission: CA$129.13 (incl. fees)
• Group Table (min. 8): CA$1,013.09 (incl. fees)

🎟️ Register here:
👉 https://cobsmes.ca/2026bbne

🚀 BBNE 2026 | Black Business Networking Event
📅 27 February 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Conexus Arts Centre

Our Partners
, .studio, , , , , , , , , and Outlaw Communications,

When you purchase a ticket to BBNE, you’re not just reserving a seat.You’re investing in:• Access to decision-makers and...
02/21/2026

When you purchase a ticket to BBNE, you’re not just reserving a seat.

You’re investing in:

• Access to decision-makers and ecosystem leaders
• Conversations grounded in real business realities
• Practical insights on finance, AI, innovation, and growth
• Meaningful networking opportunities
• A room designed for engagement, not observation
• Exposure to regional partnerships and opportunities

The stage is only part of it.

The real value is in the clarity you gain, the connections you build, and the conversations that continue long after the event ends.

If you’re coming for more than just a program — your ticket delivers that.

🎟️ Tickets

• General Admission: CA$129.13 (incl. fees)
• Group Table (min. 8): CA$1,013.09 (incl. fees)

🎟️ Get your ticket:
👉 https://cobsmes.ca/2026bbne

🚀 BBNE 2026 | Black Business Networking Event
📅 27 February 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Conexus Arts Centre

Strong communities are built through leadership, service, and experience at every level.Hon. Jamie Martens was first ele...
02/19/2026

Strong communities are built through leadership, service, and experience at every level.

Hon. Jamie Martens was first elected MLA for Martensville-Blairmore in 2024 and serves as Provincial Secretary.

Born and raised in Martensville, Jamie previously served as the city’s Deputy Mayor and as a member of Martensville city council. Before entering municipal politics, she served as an Auxiliary Constable with the RCMP and later joined the Deputy Sheriff’s Office in Regina, where she worked for 16 years.

Her leadership experience extends nationally. Jamie served three successive terms as a Saskatchewan representative at the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, where she was Vice-Chair of the Canadian Rural Forum and a delegate to the ongoing Canadian Women in Local Leadership Project.

She lives in Martensville with her three children and remains closely connected to the community she serves.

At BBNE 2026, her perspective adds depth to conversations around governance, public leadership, and the policies that shape business and community growth in Saskatchewan.

🎟️ Tickets

• General Admission: CA$129.13 (incl. fees)
• Group Table (min. 8): CA$1,013.09 (incl. fees)

Get your ticket:👉 https://cobsmes.ca/2026bbne

🚀 BBNE 2026 | Black Business Networking Event
📅 27 February 2026 | ⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Conexus Arts Centre

With appreciation to our partners
, .studio, , , , , , , , , and Outlaw Communications,
helping strengthen the business ecosystem in Saskatchewan.

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