Tribe Network Updates: July 10, 2024 🚀
Tribe Team Update, Call for Artists, Start Small Grant for Racialized Entrepreneurs, International Policy Challenge, Celebrating Canada Day, Tips for Business Owners, & many more opportunities
Tribe Team Update 🧡
Please join me in giving a warm welcome to our new team member, Phillip Yoon, CAIA 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾.
Phillip Yoon, CAIA (He / Him) as Investment Principal
Phillip is from Singapore and he returned to Canada in 2022 to pursue a Masters of Technology, Entrepreneurship, & Innovation at Saint Mary’s University. He previously graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Finance) degree from the University of Toronto.
Phillip is a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst with over 20 years of experience as a Capital Allocation Strategist, Fund Manager in Alternative Investments, Portfolio Manager, and Investment Consultant, specializing in both private and public market opportunities.
We are glad to have him as part of the team, and to benefit from his knowledge and expertise at Tribe Ventures.
Join the Black Start-Up Project’s START Program
Are you a Black entrepreneur living in Atlantic Canada looking to start your business the right way?
This 10-week program is designed to empower aspiring Black founders with the tools, resources, skills and training needed to succeed in the startup ecosystem. This program will help you master essential business skills through expert coaching and training, and build lasting relationships with other Black entrepreneurs and business leaders.
To participate, candidates must be:
Based in Atlantic Canada
Self-identify as a Black person
Apply for the Tribe Start Small Grant Program powered by Emera
Application closes July 21st
Are you a racialized entrepreneur or community leader looking to develop your idea or existing business? Apply for the Tribe Start Small Grant Program powered by Emera for a chance to receive non-repayable funding between $500 - $1000 to grow your idea or business. Thanks to the generous support of Emera, we are offering this grant to aspiring entrepreneurs like you.
This program goes beyond just providing financial aid and also includes:
Access to mentorship sessions with Tribe mentors.
Peer-to-peer mentorship and networking opportunities.
Access to programming that includes webinars, workshops, and networking events.
Click the link below to learn about your eligibility, the application process, and review the assessment criteria. 🚀
Apply for the International Policy Ideas Challenge
Application closes July 15th
This competition is organized by the Global Affairs Canada (GAC), in collaboration with the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) and is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are Master's or PhD students at recognized Canadian institutions
Its objective is to identify strong solutions to emerging international challenges like sustainable development, human rights, and geopolitical stability. Between 5 to 10 winning proposals will be selected for further development into comprehensive policy briefs. These briefs will be presented to Government of Canada officials at the virtual Ideas Symposium in late 2024.
Call for Artists to Restore Basketball Courts
Application closes by 5pm, July 19th
Buckets & Borders and Canada Basketball are seeking Nova Scotian-based artists to create artwork that will transform three full basketball courts with the objective of reflecting the Uniacke Square and North End communities.
All three courts are located in George Dixon Centre Park. Two of them, known as the "Top Courts," are situated side by side directly off Gottingen St., while the third, referred to as the "Bottom Court," is located off Brunswick St. at the bottom of the park. Artists are expected to submit artwork that maintains harmony and consistency across all three courts, despite one being in a different location within the park.
Supplies are included at no cost to the artist (paint and brushes) and the selected artist will receive $4,000 upon completion of the project.
Things to Read, Watch & Listen To
📰 Read: Canada Day celebrations take new approach to honour Indigenous people
Since the discovery of possible unmarked graves at former residential schools in 2021, Canada Day celebrations have taken on a new meaning. The initial finding at the Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia, where the remains of 215 children were uncovered, sparked further investigations into the dark legacy of residential schools across Canada.
For many, Canada Day is now observed with a dual purpose: celebrating national pride while thoughtfully acknowledging the country's complex history with Indigenous peoples. However, this acknowledgement should not be limited to just a day.
Last Monday was Canada Day, but how many spent the day educating themselves and reflecting on Canada’s history with Indigenous people? This article can serve as your starting point in acknowledging Canada’s true history and present.
🎥 Watch: Three Tax Mistakes You’re Making As A Business Owner!
Did you know that nearly 40% of small business owners in Canada have faced tax penalties due to errors in their filings? In this video, Reni Odetoyinbo shares the top 4 tax mistakes made by Canadian entrepreneurs. As a Canadian business owner, it's crucial to avoid these common pitfalls to protect your hard-earned money and keep more of your profits.
🎧 Listen: Should You Start a Startup? with Harj Taggar
Did you know that 90% of startups fail within the first year? This is because many entrepreneurs face challenges such as insufficient funding, lack of market demand, poor business planning, and intense competition. In particular, building a startup often involves a lot of rejection which can feel personal and demoralizing. It takes a lot of resilience to push through but, how do you know if you have enough resilience?
If you're curious about what it truly takes to launch a startup—whether you're considering it now or planning for the future—this episode is perfect for you.
In this episode Harj Taggar breaks down what it takes to launch your own venture.
Upcoming Events 🗓️
Business Is Jammin' Summer Camps
Business Is Jammin' is holding The STEM Entrepreneurship Bootcamp from July - August in Dartmouth and Halifax.
The STEM Entrepreneurship Bootcamp is a week-long summer camp designed to empower African Nova Scotian high school students to take charge of their futures by providing access to educational, mentorship, leadership and experiential learning skills that are required to succeed in the modern workforce. Because technological and scientific innovations affect our lives and provide economic benefits, youth should be equipped with STEM knowledge, skills, and abilities.
1. July 15-July 19: Social Entrepreneurship Camp
2. August 12-August 16: Social Entrepreneurship Camp
Click the link above to sign up for your preferred Bootcamp session
Ecosystem Events
At Tribe, we deeply value community and building relationships. This is why we aim to keep you informed about events happening within the ecosystem that could be beneficial to your personal or professional goals. These events foster relaxation, networking and relationship building and might help you find your Tribe.
Make sure to look through the carefully curated events happening within the community and register for anyone that catches your eye and works with your schedule. These events are mostly free to attend however, there might be some paid events.
Job, Business & Funding Opportunities 🔍
VOLUNTEER
Nutrition and Farming youth volunter | July 13th @10:30 am - 12:30pm
Board of Directors at NorthEnd Community Health Centre | Apply by July 31st
PROGRAMS
GRANTS
Strategic Innovation Fund: Seed Grants | Application closes July 10th
ATT | She's Connected $50,000 Grant for women-owned small businesses | Application closes July 11th
Amplified Voices Development Program by Screen Nova Scotia | Application closes July 12th
BGE Energizing Small Business Grants | Application closes July 12th
Telus Stand With Owners Grant | Application closes September 4th
JOBS
Investor Relations Manager at Spring
Accounting Manager at Spring
Project Manager at Relativ Impact
SCHOLARSHIPS
North Brewing Diversity & Inclusion Scholarship | Application closes July 31st
Promotion Requests
At Tribe, our mission is to empower members by offering access to capital, coaching, and a supportive community. We invite individuals and organizations to share opportunities or events with our members by completing this form. Providing us with all the necessary information ensures we can effectively and accurately promote your initiative.
Looking for job or funding opportunities prioritizing racialized candidates? Check out the postings recently added to our Opportunities Portal!
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