Feature: A Showcase for the books;

Winners announced

On behalf of the NAABA Board of Directors, thank you to everyone who came and connected at the Aboriginal Business Showcase, presented by Suncor, on April 24-25. The two-day event saw hundreds of people attend, participate and engage. We welcome you to check out the event photos posted to NAABA YMM Facebook page. 



Thank you to everyone who completed an event survey – this information is important and helps our priorities to be guided by our members. Here’s what some attendees had to say: 

 

“The event was amazing on hearing what intuitive are happening across the world. Also very good opportunity to network with other local businesses that are aligned in their vision for reconciliation.”  

 

“This [Board discussion] was our favourite part of the event. The NAABA board seems to have very strong leadership, and everyone has a clear vision for the future. We are very excited to see NAABA grow over the next decade.”  

 

“Very good opportunity to network with other local businesses that are aligned in their vision for reconciliation.” 

 

Survey participants were entered to win two prizes. Congratulations to the winners! Please reach out to the NAABA office to make arrangements.



Nicole Richards, Get Coverall  

Fred McDonald Framed Art Print 


Jamie Strong, CLH Contracting  

Foursome at NAABA’s Golf Tournament on June 6 


Welcome NAABA's newest members

T3eeBoyz Inc.

T3eeBoyz Inc. (pronounced Three Boys) is NAABA's newest Full Aboriginal Member and one that you'll want to remember. Their business name came from owners (husband and wife duo, Darren and Stephanie Desjarlais) for their three teenage sons. T3eeBoyz Inc. is a Fort McMurray distributor for Honduran coffee, hot sauce and edible hibiscus flowers. They pride themselves on being long-time residents and bringing their specialty coffee to local individuals and businesses. This family business is proud of their Metis heritage, and they look forward to being part of NAABA on their entrepreneurial journey. 


"We're proud of our Metis heritage and are excited to be part of something; we want to contribute to the community and all it has to offer," says Darren. "We're looking forward to different and diverse people helping us and vice versa. We want to promote Indigenous business culture."


MNP Fort McMurray

The doors are always open at the local MNP - Fort McMurray office for accounting and tax discussions with financial experts. Specifically, MNP has invested time and resources to provide tailored service to fit the needs of Indigenous companies, organizations and communities. Their accounting and consulting advisors are committed to respecting Indigenous values, to help shape the customized financial solutions they provide. MNP is a long-time NAABA supporter and is currently part of the Shared Services Program for Full Aboriginal Members. 

NAABA News

Final spots available at NAABA's 2024 Golf Tournament


Only one sponsor opportunity remains for the region's only double-shotgun golf tournament on June 6. Become a Driving Range Sponsor and receive recognition for your business at NAABA's highlight of the summer.


The final two golf teams are also still available and will sell out fast.


Click here to register as a sponsor or team.


Learn more about the June 6 Golf Tournament

Wear your moose hide with pride in May

The Moose Hide Campaign has been making its way across the country for the last decade, as millions wear a moose hide pin to express their commitment to end violence towards women and children. This year, the important event day took place on May 16.

 

The campaign is grounded in Indigenous ceremony and traditional ways of learning and healing. To date, over four million moose hide pins have been distributed free of charge to communities, schools, and workplaces across Canada. 

 

Visit the Moose Hide Campaign page to order pins for your workplace, and to learn more about the campaign.

Save the dates for NAABA 2024


  • NAABA Golf Tournament: June 6 at Miskanaw Golf Course
  • AGM 2024 presented by Bouchier: September 19 at Shell Place 
  • NAABA Christmas Luncheon – Making Spirits Bright: December 5 at the Fort McMurray Golf Course 


NAABA Key dates for 2025


  • Indigenous Business Week: January 27 to Feb 1
  • Aboriginal Business Showcase: March 26 to 27
  • NAABA Golf Tournament 2025: June 5 at Miskanaw Golf Course 

Member Benefits

Memberships due for renewal July 1, 2024


Please login to the Membership Portal through NAABA.ca to submit required documents.


These documents are required once/annually each year to keep memberships in good standing. Invoices will be emailed.


Please email experience@naaba.ca for assistance 

Downtown office space available now


The NAABA office has rental space available to our Certified Full Members.


To learn more, please contact

780-791-0478 or email ed@naaba.ca

Industry Insights

ConocoPhillips announces new Vendor Portal

ConocoPhillips is excited to introduce their new ConocoPhillips Vendor Portal, powered by Taulia. This is a free solution that offers vendors a real-time view into their payment remittance and will replace MyVendor Portal (MyVP). For more information on the program and transition, please visit the ConocoPhillips Taulia Portal Information website.

Alberta Purchasing Connection (APC) action required in June

Work is underway to modernize the APC site, which will have some impacts for NAABA Members. The APC website allows purchasers to post available work tender, then companies/vendors to sell their products/services. A data freeze will take place from June 8-10 and starting on June 11, all suppliers must self-register for a Supplier Account in the new system.


To learn more about this change, please visit www.purchasingconnection.ca/ or email sartr.support-apc@gov.ab.ca



Sharing Circle

Does your business or organization have news to share with NAABA members? Please send your Sharing Circle news to communication@naaba.ca to include in future e-newsletters.

Willow Lake Metis Golf Tournament on July 11

Willow Lake Metis Golf Tournament on July 11 at the Miskanaw Golf Club. To register or become a sponsor please email Jessica McKenzie at: je.mckenzie@wlmg.ca


Click the photo (right) to view the tournament sponsorship package.

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