Programs

INDIGENOUS
INCUBATOR PROGRAMS

Empowering Indigenous Futures Through Skills, Mentorship & Opportunity

Indigenous Incubator Inc. and the Indigenous Incubator Foundation deliver culturally grounded programs that help Indigenous youth and community members turn ambition into action—whether through skilled trades, entrepreneurship, or employment pathways.

We don’t just offer programs.
We build futures.

Skilled labour development

Hands-on training for professional growth

From carpentry to HVAC, we prepare participants for high-demand trades through:

Exposure Courses (First Aid, WHMIS, trade-specific skills)
Workshops & Apprenticeship Readiness
On-the-job experience through work-training programs
Employer connections and job placement across Alberta

Available in Calgary and rural Alberta

Entrepreneur & Business Development

Building Indigenous-owned businesses from the ground up

Have a business idea? We’ll help you bring it to life with:

Business skills training & mentorship
Support for acquiring existing businesses
Access to startup funding, micro-loans & office space
Long-term coaching for launch and scaling

Culturally affirming support that blends Indigenous values with community-driven business practices.

Careeer Advising & Planning

No one-size-fits-all. We plan for your future

Every participant receives:

A personalized career or entrepreneurship plan
Ongoing one-on-one career advising
Goal setting, skill tracking, and job-readiness coaching
Alignment with employer needs and participant passions

Mentorship & Elder Support

Guidance rooted in experience and culture

Participants connect with:

Skilled trades mentors, business coaches, and cultural advisors
Indigenous Elders offering life guidance and traditional wisdom
Safe, inclusive spaces for support and growth

Hollisting Wraparound Supports

Removing barriers so you can succeed

We offer:

Housing accommodations in high-opportunity areas
Meal prep, life skills, and health & wellness workshops
Transportation and employment supplies (tools, PPE, etc.)
Language support and interpretation in Indigenous and newcomer languages

Long-Term Support

We don’t leave after day one—we walk the journey with you

Participants receive:

Scheduled follow-ups: 30 days, 90 days, 6 months, 1 year, annually up to 5 years
Progress check-ins and goal recalibration
Retention support for job stability or business growth

Empowering the next generation through skill, mentorship, and vision

The Indigenous Incubator Foundation is building real pathways for Indigenous youth in Calgary and across Alberta to thrive in today’s most in-demand fields—including skilled trades, technology, energy, healthcare, and beyond.

By offering technical training, life skills development, and career mentoring, we equip youth not just to enter the workforce—but to lead in it.

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We don’t just train workers.
We develop leaders.

Support Indigenous communities across Alberta. Everyone can contribute – employers, educators, community members, and students. We achieve the most when we work together. Your involvement helps remove barriers and creates opportunities for Indigenous peoples to succeed.

OUR COMPANIES

Just a few of our Indigenous stakeholders, champions, and partners.

Hiring an Indigenous business in Canada has benefits both for the business and for our country. One of the most significant benefits is that it supports economic development in Indigenous communities, which have historically been marginalized and underserved.

These are just a few of our great partners!