Indigenous Entrepreneur Conference

Pre-Event Mixer

Tuesday, October 20th from 6:00-8:00 pm

Grande Cache Inn and Suites

Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, tourism professionals, and community leaders in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere before the main event begins. Enjoy light refreshments, spark meaningful conversations, and start building the relationships that will shape the future of Indigenous entrepreneurship and tourism in our region.

When you register for the Full Day Conference on October 21st, 2025, admission to the Pre-event mixer is complimentary. If you would like to only attend the Pre-mixer event, please click the link to register. Spots are limited.

The Event

Wednesday, October 21st from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Grande Cache Inn and Suites

“Hurry up, walk carefully” — these wise words from an Elder of the Asiniwuchi Winewak Nation in Grande Cache invite us to move with purpose and respect. We welcome you to take that step and join us in Grande Cache, Alberta, for a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the achievements of Indigenous Entrepreneurship and Tourism across the Eastern Slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

This inspiring conference features renowned keynote speakers, insightful breakout sessions, and dynamic business panels, all designed to inform, empower, and uplift.

Aseniwuche Winewak Nation

Aseniwuche Winewak Nation (AWN) is a nonprofit society based in Grande Cache, Alberta. AWN represents over 500 adults and youth who share a unique history and ancestry as a distinct Indigenous group rooted in the Rocky Mountains.

AWN supports education, programming & representation to build unity in our community by working together & preserving the land, language & culture.

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