Dedicated and Focused Maskwacis Entrepreneurs are determined to Change it Up!
Nipisihkopahk Acimowin | Volume 3, Issue 14 - October, 2014 - Page 2-4
The Change it Up! Entrepreneur program is on it's third cycle, training another group of aspiring entrepreneurs. This hands on training program was designed to increase available support for entrepreneurs. The programs works with each individuals strengths and abilities to assist in developing a business plan with step-by-step support. Businesses such as Home Fashion & Decor by Bev, located in the Samson Mall, and Atoskewin Transport have come out of Change it Up.
This cycles group of aspiring entrepreneurs have all seen positive impacts this program has had on the community. From great success of the Cree Market to growing interest of community members wanting to start their own business. Change it Up has empowered Maskwacis.
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Nipisihkopahk Acimowin | Volume 3, Issue 14 - October, 2014 - Page 2-4
The Change it Up! Entrepreneur program is on it's third cycle, training another group of aspiring entrepreneurs. This hands on training program was designed to increase available support for entrepreneurs. The programs works with each individuals strengths and abilities to assist in developing a business plan with step-by-step support. Businesses such as Home Fashion & Decor by Bev, located in the Samson Mall, and Atoskewin Transport have come out of Change it Up.
This cycles group of aspiring entrepreneurs have all seen positive impacts this program has had on the community. From great success of the Cree Market to growing interest of community members wanting to start their own business. Change it Up has empowered Maskwacis.
Read full story (Pages 2 - 4)
Temporary foreign workers hired in area with high aboriginal unemployment
The Globe and Mail | October 14, 2014
Leiha Crier, who grew up on the Samson reserve and teaches entrepreneurship skills, believes employers need to change their perceptions about aboriginal people and aboriginal people need to do a better job of marketing their skills.
“We are an untapped resource,” Ms. Crier said. “In terms of employment, things are really changing. The mentality is changing. People are wanting to work.”
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The Globe and Mail | October 14, 2014
Leiha Crier, who grew up on the Samson reserve and teaches entrepreneurship skills, believes employers need to change their perceptions about aboriginal people and aboriginal people need to do a better job of marketing their skills.
“We are an untapped resource,” Ms. Crier said. “In terms of employment, things are really changing. The mentality is changing. People are wanting to work.”
Read full story
Change it up Careers - Cree Market
Ermineskin Newsletter | August 13, 2014
Samson Cree Nations Change It Up Program held their Cree Market at the HBMC July 20, 2014.
They had more than 30 vendors showcasing their merchandise. The Cree Market began at 10AM
throughout the day. Tables were $20.00 in advance and $30.00 upon arrival. The Change It Up
Entrepreneur Program is a business launcher that creates opportunity to anyone with a valuable
idea to merchandise and pursue in business management. The Cree Market opens the opportunity for the Entrepreneurs to showcase their ideas they have in mind and generate a profit start to develop their idea into something bigger.
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Ermineskin Newsletter | August 13, 2014
Samson Cree Nations Change It Up Program held their Cree Market at the HBMC July 20, 2014.
They had more than 30 vendors showcasing their merchandise. The Cree Market began at 10AM
throughout the day. Tables were $20.00 in advance and $30.00 upon arrival. The Change It Up
Entrepreneur Program is a business launcher that creates opportunity to anyone with a valuable
idea to merchandise and pursue in business management. The Cree Market opens the opportunity for the Entrepreneurs to showcase their ideas they have in mind and generate a profit start to develop their idea into something bigger.
Read full story
Change it Up! Entrepreneur, Angie Roan, gets interviewed
CBC Radio Active | June 3, 2014 | 0:55
CBC Radio Active | June 3, 2014 | 0:55
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Changing it up in Maskwacis
A unique training program inspires entrepreneurs on the Alberta reserved CBC Radio | June 2, 2014 |
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Change it Up! program creating self-sufficient jobs in Maskwacis
May 30, 2014 - Gareth Hampshire, CBC News
A unique approach to entrepreneurship in Maskwacis aims to inspire people think creatively and start businesses on the reserve.
The reserve, formerly known as Hobbema, has long struggled with high unemployment and social issues. However, a relatively new program that teaches entrepreneurial and business skills has been a huge success.
In the first two years the course was offered, 28 of the 34 participants who completed the nine-month program are gainfully employed or are running a business, which run the gamut from transportation to jewelry to graphic design.
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The reserve, formerly known as Hobbema, has long struggled with high unemployment and social issues. However, a relatively new program that teaches entrepreneurial and business skills has been a huge success.
In the first two years the course was offered, 28 of the 34 participants who completed the nine-month program are gainfully employed or are running a business, which run the gamut from transportation to jewelry to graphic design.
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Open for Business in Hobbema
September, 2013 - Nipisihkopahk Education Authority Newsletter
Need new furniture or beading supplies? Looking for someone to cater an event or clean your home? Why not support one of the new businesses conveniently located right in your own community? Four recent Change it Up! Entrepreneur graduates are ready for your business.
Local businesses build our economy, provide needed services and strengthen our community.
Shopping locally keeps our money here, we spend less in gas and there are more jobs available close to home. Look for this article in future issues as we highlight new community businesses.
Need new furniture or beading supplies? Looking for someone to cater an event or clean your home? Why not support one of the new businesses conveniently located right in your own community? Four recent Change it Up! Entrepreneur graduates are ready for your business.
Local businesses build our economy, provide needed services and strengthen our community.
Shopping locally keeps our money here, we spend less in gas and there are more jobs available close to home. Look for this article in future issues as we highlight new community businesses.
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Entrepreneurs are Changing it Up!
September, 2013 - Nipisihkopahk Education Authority Newsletter
Change it Up! Entrepreneur (CIUE) is a unique training program that takes people step-by-step through the process of starting their own business. The first 6 month session started in Samson in the summer of 2012 and our third session will start at the end of October (look for registration info at the Samson HR office).
To get experience and build skills, participants work as a group to start and run a community business. Our recent Session 2 graduates initiated the incredibly successful Cree Market, the largest traveling community event in the region, with vendors, entertainment, and live broadcasting from Hawk Radio. In total, over 12 businesses have been started by our Session 1 and 2 graduates. Visit our website, changeitup.ca to learn more.
Change it Up! Entrepreneurs was developed by Classroom Connections, with support from AANDC and the Government of Alberta. Based on his community development experience in Northern Alberta, Derek Bruno worked closely with Heather MacTaggart of Classroom Connections to bring this program to the community.
Change it Up! Entrepreneur (CIUE) is a unique training program that takes people step-by-step through the process of starting their own business. The first 6 month session started in Samson in the summer of 2012 and our third session will start at the end of October (look for registration info at the Samson HR office).
To get experience and build skills, participants work as a group to start and run a community business. Our recent Session 2 graduates initiated the incredibly successful Cree Market, the largest traveling community event in the region, with vendors, entertainment, and live broadcasting from Hawk Radio. In total, over 12 businesses have been started by our Session 1 and 2 graduates. Visit our website, changeitup.ca to learn more.
Change it Up! Entrepreneurs was developed by Classroom Connections, with support from AANDC and the Government of Alberta. Based on his community development experience in Northern Alberta, Derek Bruno worked closely with Heather MacTaggart of Classroom Connections to bring this program to the community.
Cree Market by Change it Up! Enterpreneur
July 5, 2013 - Ermineskin School / May 31, 2013 - Samson Mall
Largest community event and outdoor market with live entertainment and more. Click here for more.
Largest community event and outdoor market with live entertainment and more. Click here for more.
Change it Up at Samson Cree Nation's 17th Annual Career Fair & Trade Show
May 21 - 22, 2013
