INDIGENOUS PROSPERITY CENTRE Strategic Horizon Plan (2026–2028)
Strategic presentation detailing the goals and 'Ask' for the Indigenous Prosperity Centre's three-year strategic partnership.
Indigenous Prosperity Centre
IPC Strategic Horizon Plan (2026–2028)
Presenter: Indigenous Prosperity Centre (IPC) & South Island Prosperity Partnership (SIPP) Leadership Timeframe: 3-Year Strategic Partnership
We respectfully acknowledge that we are working on the territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees), Xwsepsum (Esquimalt), SȾÁUTW (Tsawout), W̱JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip), WSIḴEM (Tseycum), BOḰEĆEN (Pauquachin), MÁLEXEȽ (Malahat), SC’IȺNEW (Beecher Bay), T’Sou-ke, and Pacheedaht Nations.
We acknowledge the territory we are standing on and the Nations whose economic vision we are here to support. We commit to upholding the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and to responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action through this work.
The Vision: Where All Currents Meet
A trusted, Indigenous-led centre for prosperity grounded in land, sea, and Nation-defined values
How We Lead:
- Nations guiding every decision
- Moving past consultation
- Grounded in culture and teachings
Our Path Forward
- Five Currents of Indigenous Prosperity
- 2026–2028 Focus: Three aligned with CIBC expertise
Year 1 Focus – Governance & The Next Generation
Prosperity Tables
Indigenous-led, permanent forums bringing First Nations leadership together with senior municipal and industry decision-makers as equals.
Goal: Establish Prosperity Tables as the standard model for regional planning by Year 2.
- 3-year Investment: $60,000
- Year 1: $25,000 | Year 2: $20,000 | Year 3: $15,000
Indigenous Futures Fund
An Indigenous-led charitable fund removing financial barriers for youth in post-secondary education, trades, and entrepreneurship.
- 3-year Investment: $90,000
- Year 1: $40,000 | Year 2: $25,000 | Year 3: $25,000
Year 2 Focus – Economic Infrastructure & Procurement
Indigenous Economic Infrastructure
Supporting Nations to advance shovel-ready projects, from digital hubs to marine stewardship centres. SIPP acts as a technical bridge, aligning federal, provincial, and philanthropic funding to move projects forward.
- 3-year Investment: $30,000
- Year 1: $10,000 | Year 2: $10,000 | Year 3: $10,000
Corporate Procurement Working Group
A cross-sector table bringing major Island employers together to co-design supply chains that include Indigenous businesses.
Goal: Fully operational by Year 2, identifying contracts and piloting joint ventures.
Partners Role: A key voice in modelling inclusive procurement within the financial sector.
- 3-Year Investment: $20,000
- Year 1: $5,000 | Year 2: $7,500 | Year 3: $7,500
Year 3 Focus – Innovation & The Blue Economy
Indigenous Innovation Lab (with COAST)
A physical hub advancing the Blue Economy, including kelp farming, marine stewardship, and clean energy.
Vision: Where Elders’ knowledge meets modern science. Impact: Indigenous-led enterprises operating from the hub, addressing climate challenges while generating revenue.
- 3 Year Investment: $50,000
- Year 1: $20,000 | Year 2: $15,000 | Year 3: $15,000
The Return on Investment – Belonging & Trust
- De-Risked Partnership: Proven governance, trusted relationships, and a strong delivery track record.
- Measurable Impact: Clear KPIs measuring youth scholarships awarded and the dollar value of contracts secured by Indigenous businesses.
- Shared Legacy: Participation in the Indigenous Futures Fund and Prosperity Tables from Day One.
The Ask
A three-year partnership commitment of $250,000
Structured across:
- Governance & Prosperity Tables
- Indigenous Futures Fund (Founding launch partner)
- Inclusive Procurement Reform
- Economic Infrastructure
- Innovation & Blue Economy
Year 1: $100,000 | Year 2: $75,000 annually
Thank You
We welcome your thoughts and questions!
INDIGENOUS-PROSPERITY.CA A South Island Prosperity Partnership Initiative
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