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Indigenous-made in Canada
By Indigenous Tourism British Columbia March 01, 2025
Shop Indigenous-made, Visit Indigenous-owned in BC, Canada
Traditionally, Indigenous-made products and services have a very short supply chain. Straight from the land or local hands, Indigenous economies are grown in their traditional territories. With emphasis on hyperlocal human and natural resources, First Nations communities have prioritized environmental care and local growth since time immemorial.
Kekuli Cafe Coffee & Bannock | Destination BC/@miraecampbell Nk'Mip Cultural Centre Indigenous gross domestic income is increasing faster than the national economy–even with infrastructure challenges faced by First Nations in Canada and the ability to leverage their lands for loans.
Participation in the thriving BC tourism industry by First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples includes businesses in accommodations, food and beverage services, recreation and entertainment, transportation, and travel services.
It is estimated that tourism supports 1 of every 15 jobs in Canada, which means the potential contribution of Indigenous Peoples to the Canadian economy makes investing in Indigenous businesses an investment in all Canadians.
Indigenous tourism at its highest level is well-being for all.
At its heart are health, community, prosperity, and the environment.
Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC) is helping shape future tourism into a powerful tool for cultural revival, environmental stewardship, and economic empowerment.
Shop Indigenous-made.
Visit and invest in Indigenous-owned businesses in Canada.
Support Indigenous businesses looking to or already manufacturing products or contributing to the Canadian economy in their Nations. Book Authentic Indigenous experiences and visit Indigenous-owned businesses in British Columbia to directly contribute to an Indigenous-led movement toward increased well-being for First Nations, Metis, and Inuit Peoples in British Columbia through tourism.
I-Hos Gallery West Coast Wildflowers Investing in accelerating Indigenous-led economies and collaborating with First Nation governments can benefit everyone–and the environment.
Place your resources and efforts close to home in a way that benefits everyone in Canada and back these and other Indigenous-owned businesses, makers, harvesters, hosts, guides, and shops.
Looking for opportunities to support Indigenous-made and experiences in BC, Canada