Indigenous Prosperity Centre

06/17/2026

As summer settles in and more time is spent on the land and water, it’s an important reminder to stay mindful of where you are and whose territory you are on, and to keep learning as you go.

Land and water are not just places we visit. They hold relationships, responsibilities, and teachings that continue through generations.

Take this as a reminder to stay aware and present when spending time on the land and water, to do the work of learning, and to appreciate the beauty of the places we call home.

06/09/2026

June marks National Indigenous History Month, a time to reflect on and celebrate the histories, cultures, achievements, and enduring contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples.

One meaningful way to support Indigenous communities is by choosing to Shop Indigenous. Supporting Indigenous-owned businesses helps create opportunities for entrepreneurs, strengthens local economies, and advances economic reconciliation in tangible ways. Behind every business is a story, a vision, and a commitment to community.

The South Island Indigenous Business Directory was created to make it easier for businesses, procurement professionals, and community members to connect with Indigenous-owned businesses across southern Vancouver Island.

We encourage you to explore the directory, discover local Indigenous businesses and services, and consider how your purchasing decisions can help build stronger relationships and more inclusive economies.

Explore the directory: https://indigenousbusinessdirectoryvi.com/

Are you an Indigenous business owner? Join the directory and connect with a growing network of Indigenous businesses across southern Vancouver Island.

The Indigenous Prosperity Centre (IPC) is committed to the self-directed economic vision of First Nations and Indigenous Peoples on Southern Vancouver Island and throughout British Columbia.

05/22/2026

04/01/2026

Calling All Indigenous Voices!!

With the launch of the Indigenous Prosperity Centre’s new website, we’re proud to introduce Indigenous Voices—a dedicated space within our website for Indigenous writers, creatives, and storytellers to share their work.

Indigenous Voices is a community-driven platform rooted in sharing and celebrating Indigenous knowledge, stories, and creativity. This is not IPC’s news or marketing—it’s a space to uplift your voice, ideas, and perspectives in your own words.

At IPC, we recognize that storytelling is a powerful part of economic and community life. This space exists to honour those voices and create room for them to be shared, heard, and valued.

Each month, we’ll introduce a theme to help guide submissions and create space for different stories to emerge. As we enter this new chapter, our first call is open—you’re invited to share anything that feels meaningful to you.

Whether it’s a personal reflection, a poem, youth writing, or a creative piece, we welcome you to share what you feel called to express.

Sharing Your Work
Each month, one submission will be selected to be featured on our social media channels and in our newsletter—an opportunity to share your voice with a wider audience and celebrate your work with the community.

What to Include
Your name (or indicate if you’d prefer to remain anonymous)
The Nation or community you belong to
Any additional context you’d like to share about your piece
Whether you’d like your work to be considered for social media and newsletter features

Submit Your Work
Ready to share your voice?
Send your submission to [email protected]

03/31/2026

Our new website is now live! And with it, a lot of thoughtful work behind the scenes.

If you’re curious about the vision, creative process, and partnerships that shaped the platform, we’ve shared more in our full release.

The Indigenous Prosperity Centre (IPC) is committed to the self-directed economic vision of First Nations and Indigenous Peoples on Southern Vancouver Island and throughout British Columbia.

03/31/2026

We’re very excited to share that the Indigenous Prosperity Centre’s new website is now live!

This platform is a dynamic digital hub designed to support Indigenous economic development, strengthen partnerships, and amplify Indigenous voices across the region.

One of the features we’re especially looking forward to growing is the Opportunities Hub, a space where partners and organizations can share opportunities and connect with Indigenous communities, businesses, and talent.

We invite you to explore the site and be part of shaping it.

🔗 https://indigenous-prosperity.ca/