About ICAB

The Industry Council for Aboriginal Business facilitates programs furthering dialogue and relationship-building between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal businesses and communities throughout British Columbia.  We achieve this through our various themed events both locally and throughout the province based on survey feedback from members and non-members.

Our aim to assist Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal professionals to:

  • Realize economic opportunities through mutually beneficial collaboration.
  • Participate in venues and processes for networking among corporations and Aboriginal business organizations.
  • Build an enhanced respective understanding of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal business environments.
  • Provide practical “how to” information about successful joint ventures and success stories.
  • Increase Aboriginal business access to mainstream markets through activities such as promotion and mentoring.
  • Establish a broader platform for Aboriginal business development through the use of tools such as peer mentoring.

Join ICAB

When you become a member of ICAB you will be supporting the work of a positive organization and will receive some great benefits too!

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Our Members

Our Members are our greatest asset. They represent both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organizations from a variety of sectors.

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Board of Directors

ICAB is governed by a Board of committed individuals who bring valuable experience and strong leadership to ICAB.

Click here to learn more about the ICAB Board of Directors.

Mission

The Industry Council for Aboriginal Business delivers value to its members through effective programming and by promoting mutual respect and understanding.

Vision

The Industry Council for Aboriginal Business’s vision is to realize a vibrant British Columbia economy where Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people prosper together.

Values

ICAB believes that the behaviour of individuals impacts the reputation of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal business relations. Given this, all ICAB members are expected to act and conduct business in an ethical manner, and to demonstrate thoughtful respect for one another in all their business dealings. Every ICAB member commits to displaying leadership in ethical behaviour by following these fundamental practices:

Cooperativeness

We shall support the development of business relationships through cooperation and collaboration.

Equality

We shall recognize the individual rights of all members of the community in accordance with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Truth

We shall make accurate claims, use only competent testimonials, and strive to be open about our business practices.

Integrity

We shall conduct business and interact with consistency based on personal moral values.