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Indigenous Entrepreneur Conference

Pre-Event Mixer

Monday, 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

Tuesday, 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 Aseniwuche 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

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  1. On behalf of the Aseniwuche Winewak Nation (AWN), it is our great pleasure to welcome you to the Grande Cache Indigenous Entrepreneurship Conference. We are honored to host you in our beautiful mountain community, nestled in the heart of the MD of Greenview, where tradition and innovation meet.

  2. AWN is guided by a deep commitment to preserving our unique culture, empowering our people, and fostering sustainable economic development. This conference reflects those values by bringing together Indigenous entrepreneurs, leaders, and allies to share knowledge, build partnerships, and inspire future generations.

  3. We hope your time in Grande Cache is filled with meaningful connections, insightful conversations, and a renewed sense of purpose. May this gathering strengthen our collective journey toward self-determination and prosperity.

  4. Welcome to our home. We are glad you're here.

  5. Warm regards,

    The Aseniwuche Winewak Nation

Our Vendors

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Holistic Habits

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Fallen Mountain Soap

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Hawke Prohibition Distilleries

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Willow River

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Mountain Metis Beading

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Red Rock Creations

  • Linda Karakunte
  • L.danforth@hotmail.com
  • 780-296-1051
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Leashea Delorme

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Roots and Shoots

Accommodation

Grande Cache Inn & Suites

9901 100 St, Grande Cache

Grande Cache Hotel

1701 Pine Plaza, Grande Cache

Acorn Motel

1601 Acorn Plaza, Grande Cache

Misty Mountain Inn & Suites

10110 103 St, Grande Cache

Alpine Lodge Motel

10005 100 St, Grande Cache

Grande Mountain Lodge

9903 100 St, Grande Cache

Contact Us

221 Pembina Ave.
Hinton, AB  T7V 2B3
P: 780-865-1224
E: CFWY@albertacf.com
  

Communities Served

Bickerdike, Big Eddy, Brule, Bryan Spur, Cadomin, Carrot Creek, Coal Valley, Dalehurst, Diss, Edson, Eirth, Embarras, Entrance, Evansburg, Galloway, Grande Cache, Grey, Hanlon, Hargwen, Hinton, Holloway East, Holloway West, Hornbeck, Jasper, Leadman, Leyland, Luscar, MacKay, Marlboro, Medicine Lodge, Mercoal, Mountain Park, Niton Junction, Nojack, Pedley, Peers, Pocahontas, Robb, Shaw Fidler, Solomon, Steeper, Sterco, Swan Landing, Thordarson, Wild Hay, Wildwood, Winniandy North, Winniandy South, Wolf Creek, and Yates