Welcome to our directory of authenticated southern First Nation owned businesses.
Here you will find the names, links, and other information about incredible entrepreneurs who are citizens of our 34 Anishinaabe and Dakota First Nations.
We encourage you to visit and support these on and off-reserve businesses as they create sustainable economic growth!
If you know of a business owned by a citizen of one of our southern First Nations that is not on our list, please let us know by emailing media@scoinc.mb.ca!
Southern Chiefs’ Organization recognizes the hard work and dedication of our First Nation business owners.
There is no denying the positive financial impact that First Nation entrepreneurs and people now have on Manitoba. The most recent data from a joint study by SCO, Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) and Brandon University shows Indigenous peoples are creating tens of thousands of jobs, providing more than $1 billion in salaries, and contributing $9.3 billion to the provincial economy. Those numbers are irrefutable, and I am excited about the potential for continued growth.
Grand Chief Jerry Daniels
Hot off the Presses
As part of small business week, we want to introduce you to Sean Rayland from Red Rebel Armour. This budding business owner’s family hails from Sagkeeng Anicinabe First Nation, and he is truly embracing his roots in everything he does. Sean says he is committed to cultural reclamation, reconciliation, and inter-generational healing through his designs and brand voice. He is even mentoring Indigenous youth involved with the criminal justice system by providing culture and employment opportunities to design and create inspiring Indigenized streetwear to awaken the warrior within. Sean, you are a true mentor and inspiration and we are honoured to share your entrepreneurial success story!
Bridging Gaps & Building Futures
As part of our celebration of First Nation entrepreneurs, we would like you to meet the incredible Cheryl Hoffman. For 14 years this citizen of Berens River First Nation has been at the helm of KC Dyslexic Learning Centre. Cheryl and her roster of tutors offer people living with dyslexia and their families the tools and training they need to overcome the hurdles they face. Statistics show that dyslexia has a disproportionate impact on First Nation people and the team at KC is dedicated to helping address that inequality. Cheryl, we honour you for your commitment to improving the quality of life for people in our communities!
First Nation Flow
A global pandemic is not enough to deter this entrepreneur! Tyrone McCorrister-Choken has just opened up his new barber shop 1st & Øriginals in Selkirk. The Peguis First Nation citizen has been cutting hair since he was 15 years old, and boasts members of the Winnipeg Jets as part of his growing client base. Tyrone grew up in south Winnipeg and had been quaffing folks mostly in the city. Now he’s proud to have opened the doors on as he says… “his 100% Indigenous owned shop.” SCO is equally proud of your accomplishments Tyrone.
Air and Automotive
Air Transportation, northern travel to remote communities
513 Airline Rd St. Andrews, MB, R1A 3P4
Sales and leasing, commercial and personal, new and used vehicles
Main Office: Peguis First Nation, MB, R0C 3J0
169 Provencher Blvd, WPG, MB
Automotive parts and industrial supplies wholesaler, mechanical servicing
Box 760, Lot 51, Peguis MB R0C 3J0
Branding, Marketing, Printing Services
Digital and variable printing services, design services, print production, event planning and photography services
Unit 7 – 1391 St. James Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3H 0Z1
Graphic Designs
Brandon, marketing, merch, and retail
100-300 Alpine Way, Headingley, MB R4H 0E1
Construction
Four Directions Skid Steer Service Ltd.
Skid steer and tandem dump truck services, brushing roads and fence lines, hole digging for road signs, fences, large pole. Snow and dirt removal. Gravel haul.
Minitonas, MB & Winnipegosis, MB
JA Smith Construction Management
Construction, project management
Main Office: Gambler First Nation Box 12, Binscarth, MB
Economic Development
103-1075 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R8
Education, Training, Workshops, Cultural Training/Workshops
Cultural sensitivity training, recruitment and selection, smart work ethics, advertising
110-200 Alpine Way, Swan Lake First Nation Headingley, MB R4H 1C8
Workshop facilities, workshops, teachings & sweat lodges, tipi’s & traditional medicine garden, cultural activities
61129 MB-302, Anola, MB R0E 0A0
Indigenous Leadership Development Institute Inc.
Education, training, leadership training, skills development
206-1075 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3G 0R8
Education, tutoring, dyslexic learning services
204-420 Des Meurons Street, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2N9
Yellowquill Universtiy College
Education, university/college
480 Madison Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3J 1J1
Entertainment
Film and Meda Production
Production company, film, video, photography, and graphic design
B128-1075 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R8
Food
Restaurant, catering, meal kits
587 Ellice Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 1Z7
Peguis Family Foods
Grocery store
Peguis Mall, Highway 224 Peguis, MB R0C 3J0
Gas Bar
Health, Safety, Pharmacy
Health, vaccinations, prescribed medication refills, free deliveries
Peguis Mall, Highway 224 Peguis, MB R0C 3J0
Peguis Pharmacy – Winnipeg
Health, vaccinations, prescribed medication refills, free deliveries
102-1065 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB
Peguis Pharmacy – Selkirk
Health, vaccinations, prescribed medication refills, free deliveries
103-620 Manitoba Ave, Selkirk, MB R1A 0Z4
Home and Real Estate Services
Cleaning services
Real estate services, property management, commercial real estate
300-200 Alpine Way, Headingley, MB R4H 0B7
Floors Entirely “Everything Floors!”
Residential and commercial floor installation services
435 Foch Avenue, Winnipeg MB, R2C 5H9
Mel’s Heating and Air Conditioning Services
2076 Gallagher Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 1T3
Retail (Art, Clothing, Gifts)
Jingles, Clothing, Blankets, Beadwork
Box 441 – 310 Third Street, Somerset, MB R0G 2L0
B’ESSeeze Leather & Beads Etc.
Retail, Art Supplies, Crafting
1562 Arlington St, Winnipeg, MB R2X 1V5
Basket & Birch Bark Gift Baskets, Pendleton Blankets, Cree Star Merchandise
201 Dixie Road, Swan River MB, R0L 1Z0
Indigenous Nations Apparel Co.
Clothing, apparel, retail
CF Polo Park, 1485 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Soapstone, wood, and antler carvings
Retail (Cannabis)
Cannabis, accessories
Location #1: 171 Bannatyne Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3B 0R4
Location # 2: 2367 Ness Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3J 1A5
Personal Services
Tashina’s Hairstyling & Barbering
Cuts, Styles, Fades, Braids, Updos, Hairtattoos
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Professional Services
Indigenous Management Group Inc.
Professional accounting, consulting, and project management services
Suite 616 – 294 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0B9
JA Smith Construction Management
Project management, construction
Main Office: Gambler First Nation Box 12, Binscarth, MB
Camp management solutions, health and safety
Main Office: 730-3530 Millar Avenue, Saskatoon S79 0B6
Pensions, property & casualty, group benefits, land claim/litigation plan, other specialty products
Suite 100-1075 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3G 0R8