Our Work in the Northwest Territories
For 15 years, Catalyste+ has worked with Indigenous Governments, communities and businesses in the Northwest Territories. Through advisory and mentorship services, we equip our partners with key skills in governance and institutional strengthening, procurement, natural resources management, SME development, business development, entrepreneur support, financial support, and management. Programs include the Enhancing Indigenous Participation in Major Remediation Projects, strengthening the capacity of Indigenous governments, Economic development corporations and local businesses, and the Tourism Business Mentorship Program, providing mentorship and guidance to entrepreneurs and businesses.
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Our Impact in the Northwest Territories
In the last 15 years, Catalyste+ has completed 114 assignments in the Northwest Territories. Partners include the Government of the Northwest Territories ITI Department, CANNOR, IRAP, and EntrepreNorth.
Our Programs
Tourism Business Mentorship Program
For over 10 years, the Catalyste+ Tourism Business Mentoring Program has been a key driver of economic development in the Northwest Territories (NWT), providing mentorship and guidance to tourism entrepreneurs and businesses. Since its launch in 2014, the program has successfully delivered over 50 mentorships, helping businesses grow and strengthen their operations. Funded by the Government of the Northwest Territories Industry, Tourism and Investment Department, the program fosters entrepreneurship and contributes to a more diverse, self-sustaining economy. Aligned with the government’s principles of promoting regional diversity and community self-sufficiency, the program also ensures that NWT resources are utilized in ways that benefit local residents, creating a vibrant, resilient community that drives long-term economic growth.
Industrial Research Assistance Program
Since 2020, Catalyste+ has been working with the National Research of Canada through the Industrial Research Assistance Program to support small and medium-sized Indigenous-owned businesses and Economic Development Corporations in developing and commercializing technologies, driving growth through innovation and technology. Through this mentorship program, Indigenous entrepreneurs with an incorporated business and community-owned Economic Development Corporations, can access support from a Catalyste+ Advisor who can share expert advice, create connections to help grow their businesses, increase their innovation capacity and take their ideas to market.
Enhancing Indigenous Participation in Major Remediation Projects, running from 2023-2026
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Completed Programs
GNWT SME Program
EntrepreNorth Mentorship Program
Enhancing Indigenous Participation in Major Remediation Projects in NWT
This project is the Federal Strategic Partnerships Initiative to enhance Indigenous participation in major mining remediation projects across the Northwest Territories. Running from 2023 to 2026, the project focuses on strengthening the capacity of local governments, Indigenous Economic development corporations and businesses while supporting workforce skills development to ensure active participation in remediation efforts. The project is jointly funded by the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) and the Government of Northwest Territories – Industry, Tourism, and Investment (GNWT ITI). This initiative plays a key role in fostering economic growth, creating employment opportunities, and building long-term sustainability for communities involved in remediation projects. The Délı̨nę Economic Capacity Advancement Initiative, as part of this project, aims to strengthen the capacity of the Délı̨nę Got’ı̨nę Government and the Délı̨nę community to maximize economic opportunities associated with the Great Bear Lake Remediation Project and other economic opportunities, fostering resilience and sustainable development.
Avaliable Services
Business
Governance and Institutional Strengthening
Business Licensing
SME Development
Tourism and Hospitality
Natural Resources Management and
Environmental Management
Labourforce Development Strategy Plans
Procurement
Business Development
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Business Assessments
Marketing Plan
Product Development
Retail Marketing and Distribution
Financial Support
Fund Development
Economic Development Planning
Accounting
Financial Management Systems
Management
Change Management
Succession Planning
Institutional Evaluation
Comprehensive Community Planning
Human Resource Management
Leadership Development
Management Skills Training
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By sharing your professional knowledge and expertise, you can make a positive difference in Canada and around the world. We’ve been successfully matching our volunteer Catalyste+ Advisors with clients and partners in over 120 countries since 1967. Our Advisors drive both economic and social change by strengthening the private sector and creating an environment for communities to thrive.