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Stories of growth, resilience, and success from I-CEDAR graduates.
Stories of growth, resilience, and success from I-CEDAR graduates.
Testimonials
"Having already established my business for 2 years, I was pleasantly surprised by the wealth of valuable and practical information I received from the I-CEDAR Program. This program has helped me overcome personal barriers and break through limitations I once had."
"The I-CEDAR Program has been a game-changer for me. It has not only equipped me with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in business but has also instilled in me a sense of confidence and resilience."
"I truly cannot say enough miigwech's and thank you's to all the faculty and staff. Being able to learn in such a supportive environment made the whole process a lot of fun. I wish it was longer!"
"I-CEDAR gave me the tools and confidence to take my business to the next level. The mentorship and community support were invaluable throughout the program."
"The I-CEDAR program connected me with other Indigenous entrepreneurs and gave me a real business plan I could implement right away. It changed the trajectory of my business."
"The program's blend of traditional values with modern business education is unlike anything else. I came away with practical skills and a stronger sense of my identity as an entrepreneur."
"I-CEDAR exceeded all my expectations. The instructors were deeply invested in our success and the curriculum was directly applicable to my tourism business."
"This program gave me the confidence and skills to build something real. I finally have a clear business plan and the knowledge to execute it within the Indigenous tourism sector."
"The balance of business strategy and cultural grounding made this program uniquely powerful. I walked away with both a plan and a renewed purpose."
"I-CEDAR brought together an amazing community of like-minded people. The connections I made during the program have been as valuable as the curriculum itself."
"The mentorship component of I-CEDAR was exceptional. Having one-on-one guidance helped me work through the specific challenges of my creative business."
"I-CEDAR transformed how I think about my business. The combination of practical learning and cultural values gave me a foundation I didn't have before."