For generations, Indigenous economies have thrived, rooted in trade networks, innovation, and sustainability. Today, Indigenous businesses are among the fastest growing in Canada, leading in industries from energy to finance, technology to agriculture. The word "Ahkameyimok" is a Cree word that means to persevere, to not give up, to keep going. We believe it’s a powerful word that conveys the resilience and determination of the Indigenous business community in Canada.
Ahkameyimok is published by Welch Capital Partners and aims to be a source for insights into Indigenous business transactions across Canada.
What You’ll See:
- News scans of Indigenous-led ventures and economic developments
- NEW THIS MONTH - Businesses for Sale
- Major Upcoming Indigenous Business Events
BUSINESS DEALS IN THE NEWS - NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Rise Air takes delivery of its first ATR 72-600 (Dec 19, 2025)
Ontario Minister and Nipissing First Nation Chief Visit Volta's Springer Rare Earth Project, Advancing Indigenous Partnership and Critical Minerals Development (Dec 18, 2025)
Sagamok Anishnawbek and KGHM pave way for Victoria Mine
(Dec 16, 2025)
A NEW STRATEGIC CHAPTER BEGINS AS ALBEMARLE PARTNERSHIP CLEARS THE PATH TO CASE LAKE PRODUCTION (Dec 16 2025)
Feds removed 643 more companies from its Indigenous business directory this year (Dec 15, 2025)
10 Indigenous-led, northern Ontario economic development projects secure federal funding (Dec 5 2025)
Zirtual Acquires Virtual Gurus’ Virtual Assistant Division, Marking Historic Calgary Exit (Nov 18, 2025)
Environmental review approved for wind project tied to Membertou First Nation in N.S. (Nov 24, 2025)
Defense Metals Receives Support from the McLeod Lake Indian Band while Meeting in Ottawa with Canadian Government Officials to Advance the Wicheeda Rare Earth Project (Nov 24 2025)
Glooscap Energy's renewables business: 'Lasting economic and social benefits' (Nov 11, 2025)
Cenovus Energy continues with Indigenous Housing Initiative to Saddle Lake, Kikino and Goodfish Lake (Nov 10 2025)
Could a rise in Indigenous-led developments move the needle on Canada's housing shortage? (Nov 9 2025)
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
Welch Capital Partners (https://www.welchcapitalpartners.com/) is in the market with two mandates to support the sale of two companies that may be of interest to an Indigenous Economic Development Corp.
- Project Airlift: A Western Canada–based helicopter services operator providing mission-critical wildfire suppression, forestry, industrial transport, and environmental monitoring with a 10-aircraft fleet.
- Project Harness: A long-standing Canadian manufacturer of mission-critical interconnect systems for defence and aerospace, offering vertically integrated design-to-build capability and deep Tier-1 prime relationships.
If you would be interested in learning more, please connect with our Advisors at info@welchcapitalpartners.com.
Major Upcoming Business Events
National Indigenous Defence ConferenceFeb 26-27 (Ottawa)
Indigenous Leadership & Business: Legal Update 2026 for SaskatchewanApril 16 at 9:00 am
Indigenous Leadership & Business: Legal Update 2026 for Manitoba and Northwestern OntarioApril 23 at 10:00 am
9th Annual First Nations Major Project Coalition (FNMPC 2026)April 29-May 1 (Toronto)
NACCA
Prosperity ForumMay 5-7 (Gatineau)
NACCA
Indigenous Women in Industry (IWI) SummitSept 28-30 (Vancouver)
Winnipeg secures World Indigenous Business ForumOctober 2026
Welch Capital Partners Overview
Who We Are
Expertise: Our team brings decades of collective experience in M&A, capital and valuations offering unparalleled insights and guidance.
Client-Centric Approach: We prioritize our clients' goals and tailor our services to meet their unique needs.
Proven Track Record: Welch Capital Partners has a history of facilitating successful deals across various industries.
We are committed to delivering value, clarity, and results to our clients in an ever-changing market.
For more information, visit Welch Capital Partners or contact us today.
For generations, Indigenous economies have thrived, rooted in trade networks, innovation, and sustainability. Today, Indigenous businesses are among the fastest growing in Canada, leading in industries from energy to finance, technology to agriculture. The word "Ahkameyimok" is a Cree word that means to persevere, to not give up, to keep going. We believe it’s a powerful word that conveys the resilience and determination of the Indigenous business community in Canada.
Ahkameyimok is published by Welch Capital Partners and aims to be a source for insights into Indigenous business transactions across Canada.
What You’ll See:
- News scans of Indigenous-led ventures and economic developments
- NEW THIS MONTH - Businesses for Sale
- Major Upcoming Indigenous Business Events
BUSINESS DEALS IN THE NEWS - NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2025
Rise Air takes delivery of its first ATR 72-600 (Dec 19, 2025)
Ontario Minister and Nipissing First Nation Chief Visit Volta's Springer Rare Earth Project, Advancing Indigenous Partnership and Critical Minerals Development (Dec 18, 2025)
Sagamok Anishnawbek and KGHM pave way for Victoria Mine
(Dec 16, 2025)
A NEW STRATEGIC CHAPTER BEGINS AS ALBEMARLE PARTNERSHIP CLEARS THE PATH TO CASE LAKE PRODUCTION (Dec 16 2025)
Feds removed 643 more companies from its Indigenous business directory this year (Dec 15, 2025)
10 Indigenous-led, northern Ontario economic development projects secure federal funding (Dec 5 2025)
Zirtual Acquires Virtual Gurus’ Virtual Assistant Division, Marking Historic Calgary Exit (Nov 18, 2025)
Environmental review approved for wind project tied to Membertou First Nation in N.S. (Nov 24, 2025)
Defense Metals Receives Support from the McLeod Lake Indian Band while Meeting in Ottawa with Canadian Government Officials to Advance the Wicheeda Rare Earth Project (Nov 24 2025)
Glooscap Energy's renewables business: 'Lasting economic and social benefits' (Nov 11, 2025)
Cenovus Energy continues with Indigenous Housing Initiative to Saddle Lake, Kikino and Goodfish Lake (Nov 10 2025)
Could a rise in Indigenous-led developments move the needle on Canada's housing shortage? (Nov 9 2025)
BUSINESSES FOR SALE
Welch Capital Partners (https://www.welchcapitalpartners.com/) is in the market with two mandates to support the sale of two companies that may be of interest to an Indigenous Economic Development Corp.
- Project Airlift: A Western Canada–based helicopter services operator providing mission-critical wildfire suppression, forestry, industrial transport, and environmental monitoring with a 10-aircraft fleet.
- Project Harness: A long-standing Canadian manufacturer of mission-critical interconnect systems for defence and aerospace, offering vertically integrated design-to-build capability and deep Tier-1 prime relationships.
If you would be interested in learning more, please connect with our Advisors at info@welchcapitalpartners.com.
Major Upcoming Business Events
National Indigenous Defence ConferenceFeb 26-27 (Ottawa)
Indigenous Leadership & Business: Legal Update 2026 for SaskatchewanApril 16 at 9:00 am
Indigenous Leadership & Business: Legal Update 2026 for Manitoba and Northwestern OntarioApril 23 at 10:00 am
9th Annual First Nations Major Project Coalition (FNMPC 2026)April 29-May 1 (Toronto)
NACCA
Prosperity ForumMay 5-7 (Gatineau)
NACCA
Indigenous Women in Industry (IWI) SummitSept 28-30 (Vancouver)
Winnipeg secures World Indigenous Business ForumOctober 2026
Welch Capital Partners Overview
Who We Are
Expertise: Our team brings decades of collective experience in M&A, capital and valuations offering unparalleled insights and guidance.
Client-Centric Approach: We prioritize our clients' goals and tailor our services to meet their unique needs.
Proven Track Record: Welch Capital Partners has a history of facilitating successful deals across various industries.
We are committed to delivering value, clarity, and results to our clients in an ever-changing market.
For more information, visit Welch Capital Partners or contact us today.
