Friday, October 23, 2026

10 am - 7 pm

Wyndham Edmonton Hotel & Conference Centre

4440 Gateway Blvd. Edmonton, AB T6H 5C2

Apeetogosan Presents:

Indigenous Business Trade Show

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About the Event

Vendor Registration

Who Should Attend

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Indigenous Business Trade Show is designed to create a welcoming space for Indigenous entrepreneurs and small businesses to promote their products and services, build relationships, and connect with community members and business support organizations.

Taking place during Small Business Week, this event will highlight the important role Indigenous entrepreneurs play in strengthening communities, creating opportunities, and contributing to local economic development.

Vendor tables are available for entrepreneurs, small businesses, artists, makers, service providers, community organizations, and partners who would like to participate in the trade show.

Each vendor table includes:

  • One vendor table

  • Chair(s)

  • Space to display business materials, products, or promotional items

  • Opportunity to connect with attendees, entrepreneurs, and community partners

This event is open to community members, entrepreneurs, business owners, partners, and anyone interested in supporting Indigenous businesses.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Meet and support Indigenous entrepreneurs

  • Shop local products and services

  • Learn about business resources

  • Build connections

  • Celebrate Small Business Week

Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations that would like to support Indigenous entrepreneurship and increase their visibility at the event. Sponsors will help make this trade show possible while showing their commitment to community, business development, and Indigenous economic growth. For Sponsorship inquiries please email Karim Malas at karimm@pinbus.ca

Join Apeetogosan (Métis) Development Inc. this October during Small Business Week for an Indigenous-focused trade show celebrating entrepreneurship, community connection, and local business growth.

This event will bring together Indigenous entrepreneurs, small business owners, community members, partners, and business support organizations in one shared space to showcase products, services, resources, and opportunities.

FAQ

  • Vendor tables are $100 per table.

  • Each vendor registration includes one table and two chairs.

  • Access to power is very limited at the venue, so vendors should plan to operate without electricity. Should you require power, please let us know.

  • No, vendors will not be able to choose their specific table location. Tables will be arranged on a first-come, first-served basis within designated sections.

    To help create a better flow for attendees, vendors may be grouped by business type. For example, artisans may be placed near other artisans, larger businesses or industry partners may be placed together, and similar vendor types may be grouped in the same area.

  • Yes, the event is open to the public, no admission (Free). Community members, entrepreneurs, partners, and anyone interested in supporting Indigenous businesses are welcome to attend.

  • Yes, vendor tables are intended for Indigenous-owned businesses.

    Corporate, government, or partner organizations may also participate if they are sending an Indigenous representative, Indigenous relations department, or Indigenous-focused program area to host the booth.

  • Vendor setup will take place from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on the day of the event.

  • Yes, free parking will be available.

  • Vendor cancellations received on or before August 31 will be eligible for a 100% refund.

    Vendor cancellations received between September 1 and September 30 will be eligible for a 50% refund.

    Cancellations received after September 30 will not be eligible for a refund.

  • For questions about vendor registration, setup, sponsorship, or event details, please contact marketing@amdi.co