North Slave Métis Alliance (NSMA) Member Businesses – Eligible to Register in the Indigenous Business Directory (IBD)

Dear NSMA Members,

We are pleased to share an important opportunity for North Slave Métis Alliance (NSMA) member businesses.

Following the successful approval of an NSMA-affiliated business in the Indigenous Business Directory (IBD), we want to ensure that all eligible NSMA Member businesses are aware that they can now register or update their listings.

The Indigenous Business Directory is used by the Government of Canada to identify Indigenous-owned businesses that can compete for federal contracts that are limited to Indigenous businesses under the Procurement Strategy for Indigenous Business (PSIB).

Why this matters

Registering in the IBD helps position NSMA Member businesses to:

• Compete for federal government contracts reserved for Indigenous businesses

• Increase visibility to federal departments and agencies

• Access procurement, partnership, and supply opportunities

• Strengthen the collective economic presence of the North Slave Métis business community

Who should register?

All NSMA Members who own or operate a business providing goods or services are encouraged to register, including businesses that:

• Have never registered before

• Were previously listed but need to update their information

• Are interested in federal procurement opportunities

After registering

Once listed, businesses can:

• Learn how Indigenous-only procurement works through PSIB

• Search and bid on opportunities through CanadaBuys

• Access free procurement training and webinars

• Prepare for security requirements for federal contracts

How to register

Member businesses can register in the Indigenous Business Directory here:https://www.canada.ca/indigenousbusinessprocurement

If you need support or have questions about registering, please contact:

Joanne Taylor

Senior Administration, Infrastructure & Member Services Manager

joanne.taylor@nsma.net or general@nsma.net

We strongly encourage all NSMA Member businesses to take advantage of this opportunity and ensure our Métis businesses are visible and ready for upcoming procurement and contracting opportunities.

Mahsi cho,

North Slave Métis Alliance