Anishnawbe Business Professional Association
| Anishnawbe Business Professional Association | |
|---|---|
| Type | Nonprofit organization |
| Founded | 2019 |
Anishnawbe Business Professional Association is a non-profit, member-based organization serving the First Nation business community.[1]
In Anishinabek News
- June 2019: The association co-hosted the ABM Indigenous: Ontario North gathering to connect regional businesses and communities. The organization serves both Northwestern Ontario and northeastern Ontario. The 2019 gathering was the first initiative spearheaded by the association to connect businesses and communities in the region.[2]
- October 2020: The association held its first annual general meeting and an inaugural virtual panel on September 24, 2020. The organization elected a new board of directors during the meeting, including Jason Rasevych as president. The event focused on the potential for economic power through First Nation business opportunities and partnerships.[3]
- February 2021: The organization co-hosted a series of webinars beginning in January 2021 focused on Indigenous perspectives on climate solutions. Launched in 2019, the association is led by president Jason Rasevych.[4]
- April 2022: Jason Thompson is a founding member of this association based in Thunder Bay.[5]
- March 2023: The association partnered with the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce for the 2023 trade show. Co-founder Jason Rasevych served as a moderator for a panel discussion on partnership successes.[6]
- February 2024: The association partnered with the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce to host a regional trade show in 2024.[7]
- November 2024: The organization held a panel discussion on October 24, 2024, at the Best Western Plus NorWester Hotel and Conference Centre in Thunder Bay. As of November 2024, the association represents over 75 members and works with more than 100 First Nations across five treaty areas. The group advocates for Indigenous business positions while ensuring economic development respects cultural values and human rights. The association was established around 2019 to advance the interests of Indigenous businesses in several treaty areas in northern Ontario.[8]
- January 2025: The association partnered with the International Human Rights Program at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law to research the human rights impacts of mining in Northern Ontario. It represents the First Nation business community within Treaty 3, Treaty 5, Treaty 9, and the Robinson Huron and Superior Treaty areas. The organization aims to improve corporate adoption of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples through this research project.[9]
- July 2025: The association is based in Thunder Bay and serves members across Treaty 3, Treaty 5, Treaty 9, and the Robinson-Huron and Robinson-Superior Treaty areas.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Red Rock Indian Band Anishinaabekwe appointed to Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission Board of Directors", Anishinabek News, 10 July 2025 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Ontario North gathering aims to connect businesses and communities to maximize opportunities", Anishinabek News, 26 June 2019 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Potential for economic power from First Nations a shared vision at Anishnawbe Business Professional Association’s inaugural virtual panel", Anishinabek News, 12 October 2020 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "APBA co-hosts webinars on Indigenous themed climate solutions", Anishinabek News, 23 February 2021 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "First Nations Youth connect with STEM mentors at OFNTSC summit", Anishinabek News, 15 April 2022 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Chi Mino Ozhitoowin CEO stresses importance of partnerships at Prosperity Northwest Tradeshow", Anishinabek News, 14 March 2023 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Anishinaabe guest speakers highlight importance of Indigenous business at Prosperity Northwest Tradeshow and Conference", Anishinabek News, 5 February 2024 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Discussing the impact of Indigenous business in Thunder Bay", Anishinabek News, 1 November 2024 (archived copy; original article).
- ↑ "Anishnawbe Business Professional Association partners with University of Toronto Law Clinic for Ring of Fire mining study", Anishinabek News, 11 January 2025 (archived copy; original article).