Indigenous Tech Conference
Uniting Voices, Shaping Tomorrow
Indigenous Tech Circle was founded to create a space where Indigenous innovation thrives. What began as a small gathering of Indigenous tech professionals and allies has grown into a national movement, bringing together founders, leaders, investors, and community partners from across Canada and beyond.
Indigenous Tech Conference is our flagship gathering that takes place each year, convening Indigenous-led companies, professionals, and ecosystem builders to celebrate achievements, share knowledge, and spark collaboration. Alongside this annual event, we host workshops, virtual meetups, and programs that continue to build momentum throughout the year.
Our mission is to amplify Indigenous voices in technology and create meaningful connections between founders, investors, policymakers, and allies who are shaping the future. At the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and modern technology, we’re working together to drive innovation, equity, and sustainable growth.
What to Expect
Inspiring stories and insights from Indigenous tech leaders
Honest conversations on equity, opportunity, and innovation
Cross-sector networking: tech, government, investment, and community
A shared commitment to reconciliation through technology
Who Should Attend
Indigenous Tech Professionals: Connect with peers, mentors, and leaders
Tech Leaders: Gain insight into Indigenous innovation and build relationships
Investors & Ecosystem Builders: Discover and support Indigenous-led startups
Government & Policy Makers: Learn how to advance economic reconciliation
Why It Matters
Amplify Indigenous voices in the tech sector
Bridge gaps through collaboration and shared learning
Create sustainable opportunities for Indigenous Peoples and communities
Featured Speakers
Betsy Fore – Founding Partner and Managing Director of Velveteen Ventures, serial entrepreneur, and advocate for Indigenous technologists through Natives Rising.
Jeff Ward – Founder of Animikii, a technology-driven company supporting Indigenous communities; Vice Chair of APTN.
Althea Wishloff – General Partner at Raven Capital, focusing on seed-stage ventures for Native American and Indigenous founders.
Josh Nilson – Founder of Maskwa Investments and former founder at East Side Games, focused on early-stage Indigenous tech businesses.
Teara Fraser – CEO of Iskwew Air and the first Indigenous woman to establish her own airline, named one of Canada's Top 25 Most Influential Women.
Andrew Karesa – Founder of blueBell Village, innovating dementia care for Indigenous communities; currently pursuing a doctorate in Indigenous entrepreneurship.
Vicki Knott – CEO and Co-Founder of CruxOCM, transforming heavy industrial control rooms with automation technology.
Dean Bittner – CTO of RUNWITHIT, AI and programming expert, and pioneer in immersive data environments for space science and energy sector preparedness.
Denis Carignan - A member of the Pasqua First Nation and a seasoned leader in Indigenous program development, known for bridging cultural understanding and advancing Indigenous participation in the tech sector, Denis is the Co-founder and President of PLATO Testing.
Ryan St Germaine – CEO of Indigenous Tech Circle, Executive in Residence, and Investment Committee Member at Raven Indigenous Capital Partners, dedicated to growing the Indigenous Innovation Ecosystem.
Bill Hale: Before launching FetchGoat, Bill served as CMO/CRO at start-up Airspace Technologies, where he led revenue growth, new market development, and all strategic branding efforts for the company.
To view our complete list of confirmed speakers, agenda, sponsorship opportunities and additional information, please visit our conference website here: https://www.itconf.ca