Bears' Lair Dream Camps

? Another unforgettable experience with the Lubicon Lake Band ! ? Over the past four days, Indigenous youth stepped into their entrepreneurial power, gaining the skills and confidence to conceptualize their own businesses. The energy, creativity, and passion we witnessed were truly inspiring! ???? ?? A heartfelt thank you to Elder Maggy Auger for providing a beautiful traditional welcome and grounding the event in culture and community. Your wisdom and presence were truly an honor. ?? Deep appreciation to our sponsors, SLB & First Nations Health Consortium, for making this camp possible and supporting Indigenous youth on their entrepreneurial journeys. Special thanks to Edwin Azores, Sneh Yadav, Michael Mee (SLB), and Sam Laboucan, Nathan Phillips (FNHC) for your incredible support and contributions. ?? Big shoutout to our community representative, Wendy Galdue, for your leadership and support in making this camp a success. ?? A massive thank you to our amazing coaches & mentors – Geena Jackson, Jay Falkus, Talon Nadeau, Nathan Phillips, Michelle Paterson, and Mikey Laboucan, plus our Satellite Coaches: Edwin Azores, Rosario Charina Azores, Sneh Yadav, and Michael Mee – teamwork makes the dream work ?? Guest speakers who shared their knowledge and inspired our youth: ? Michael Mee – Business Development Manager, SLB ? Tracy Laboucan-Carter – Little Buffalo Council ? Tim Sawan – Little Buffalo Council ? Sam Laboucan – Community Liaison ?? A huge thank you to our panel of judges who had the tough job of selecting the winning team: ? Sneh Yadav – Indigenous Affairs Intern, SLB ? Teneaka Laboucan – Woodland Cree First Nation ? Tracy Laboucan-Carter – Little Buffalo Council ?? Special appreciation to our amazing caterers, Rosanna Sawan & Sarah Gladie, for providing delicious meals that fueled our youth through their learning and pitch development! ?? A final thank you to the parents for supporting youth participation in this program. The skills they’ve gained here will serve them well into the future! ?? And to the youth – YOU are the reason we do this. Your passion, determination, and vision are truly inspiring. We can’t wait to see what you achieve next! ?? Learn more at bearslairdreamcamps.com #BearsLairDreamCamp #LubiconLakeBand #IndigenousYouth #Entrepreneurship #FutureLeaders #EconomicEmpowerment #SLB #FirstNationsHealthConsortium

?? Coming soon to Williams Lake First Nation, BC! Bears Lair Dream Camps will be there from March 25-28, 2025! ?? Join us for a fun-filled weekend sponsored by AME - Association for Mineral Exploration. Registration is open - scan the QR code ?. Don’t miss your chance to meet the Bears' Lair team and learn from experts what the entrepreneurism journey could look like for you; Secure your spot today! #BearsLairDreamCamps #WilliamsLakeFirstNation #RegistrationOpen #AME #IndigenousEntrepreneurship #youthempowerment

?? Congratulations to Team Meals & Wheels, the winning team from the Lubicon Lake Bears’ Lair Dream Camp! ? ?? Over the past few days, these incredible young entrepreneurs came together to develop their business concept, showcasing innovation, leadership, and a deep commitment to their community. Led by: ???? CEO: Dani Paterson ?? Director of Social Impact: Reynaii Whitehead ?? President of Marketing: Mikwan Laboucan ?? CFO: Davon Laboucan ?? Creative Director: Eldren Sawan It was an absolute honor to coach this team at Bears’ Lair Dream Camp in Little Buffalo, Lubicon Lake Band, AB. Their hard work and vision brought them the win.?? ?? Learn more about Bears’ Lair Dream Camps at https://lnkd.in/eFBJP4hD #BearsLairDreamCamp #LubiconLakeBand #IndigenousYouth #Entrepreneurship #FutureLeaders #CommunityImpact #MealsAndWheels

?? Reminder: Bears’ Lair Dream Camp will be in Lubicon Lake soon! ?? ? We’re gearing up for a fun-filled weekend! Indigenous youth (ages 11-18) from Lubicon Lake Band will have the opportunity to take part in this FREE 3-day Youth Entrepreneurship Camp! ?? Dates: March 14-17, 2025 ?? Location: Mihkowapikwaniy Cultural Camp ?? Sponsored by: SLB & First Nations Health Consortium ?? What to expect: ? Hands-on business & leadership training ? Mentorship from successful entrepreneurs ? Fun, interactive workshops & challenges ? A chance to develop your own business ideas ?? A huge thank you to SLB & First Nations Health Consortium for making this camp possible and supporting Indigenous youth on their entrepreneurial journeys! ?? Questions? Contact [email protected] ?? Learn more at bearslairdreamcamps.com #BearsLairDreamCamp #LubiconLakeBand #IndigenousYouth #YouthEntrepreneurship #FutureLeaders #SLB #FirstNationsHealthConsortium

?? Bears’ Lair Dream Camp is coming to Oliver, BC, from March 19-21, 2025! We’re honored to bring the dream camp program to the youth of Osoyoos Indian Band, a Nation known for its strong economic leadership under Chief Clarence Louie—a visionary leader who has spent decades driving Indigenous business success. ?? What’s in store for youth? ?? Hands-on learning in entrepreneurship & leadership ?? Mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs ?? A space to develop confidence, skills, and a vision for the future ?? Big thanks to the Osoyoos Indian Band for empowering this experience and investing in the next generation of Indigenous entrepreneurs! We can’t wait to see the incredible ideas and growth that come from this camp. Osoyoos Indian Band Development Corporation #BearsLairDreamCamp #OsoyoosIndianBand #IndigenousYouth #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #FutureLeaders

? That’s a wrap on an INCREDIBLE Bears’ Lair Dream Camp with the shishalh Nation! ? We are beyond GRATEFUL for the amazing youth (28 total), mentors, and community members who make these camps possible. ?? ?? First and foremost, we extend our deepest gratitude to Elder Andy Johnson (kwayimin), Weaver & Cultural Ambassador for the Shíshálh Nation, for opening our event with wisdom, guidance, and a powerful traditional welcome. Your presence was truly an honor. ?? A massive thank you to Shíshálh Nation for welcoming us into your community and empowering your youth to step into their entrepreneurial potential! ?? Deep appreciation to our generous sponsors, School District 46 - Sunshine Coast, Tsain-ko Group of Companies, and Shíshálh Nation, for making this camp possible. Special thanks to Caroline (Kerry) Mahlman (District Principal, SD46) and Daniel Morris (Education Training & Post-Secondary Coordinator, Shíshálh Nation) for your incredible support and contributions. ?? Over the past few days, an inspiring group of young entrepreneurs came together to explore business fundamentals, develop essential skills, and gain confidence in their abilities. Their enthusiasm and dedication are truly inspiring! ??BIG thank you to our community champions Jason Myles and Adam Morris for spending the weekend supporting our kids ?? A special shoutout to our amazing coaches & mentors – Geena Jackson, Dean Montgomery, Jay Falkus, Ariah Warfield, Reid Montgomery, Leandra Johnson, and Daniel Morris – teamwork makes the dream work. ?? A heartfelt thank you to our incredible guest speakers: ? lhe hiwus Lenora Joe – Chief, Shíshálh Nation ? Andy Johnson (kwayimin) – Weaver & Cultural Ambassador, Shíshálh Nation ?? A huge thank you to our panel of judges, who had the tough job of selecting the winning team: ? Alden Hodson – Education, Training & Post-Secondary (ETAPS) Manager (Also for going above and beyond to make the camp a huge success with such a great registration! ? Candace Campo – Co-Owner/Operator, Talaysay Tours ? Kerry Mahlman – District Principal, School District No. 46 (Sunshine Coast) ?? We also recognize the dedication of our incredible caterers, Sacred Flavours – Natan and Kevin August, for providing delicious meals that fueled our youth through their learning and pitch development. ?? A final thank you to the parents for supporting youth participation in this program. The skills they’ve gained here will serve them well into the future! And to the youth – your passion, determination, and vision are the reason we do this. We can’t wait to see what you achieve next! ?? https://lnkd.in/eFBJP4hD Bears’ Lair Television #BearsLairDreamCamp #ShíshálhNation #IndigenousYouth #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #FutureLeaders #EconomicEmpowerment

?? Congratulations to Team Shíshálh Care Connections, the winning team from the shishalh Nation Bears’ Lair Dream Camp! ? ?? Over the past few days, these incredible young entrepreneurs worked together to develop their business concept, showcasing innovation, leadership, and a deep commitment to their community. Led by: ???? CEO: Lindsay August ?? CFO: Kaiden August ?? COO: Brayden Joe-Spalding ?? Head of Design: Serenity Marks ?? VP of Marketing: Sky Feschuk ?? Director of Social Impact: Veronica Joe Their concept, Shíshálh Care Connections, is designed to support Elders and community members by offering food assistance, transportation, grocery delivery, home maintenance, and more. Rooted in the values of respect, responsibility, fairness, and community, their mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality services that strengthen connections and ensure every individual feels valued. ?? We are beyond proud of this team for their hard work, creativity, and dedication throughout the program! ??? Learn more about Bears’ Lair Dream Camps at https://lnkd.in/eFBJP4hD Bears’ Lair Television #BearsLairDreamCamp #ShíshálhNation #IndigenousYouth #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #FutureLeaders #CommunityImpact

?? Coming soon to @Lubicon Lake, Alberta! Bears Lair Dream Camps will be there from March 14-17, 2025! ?? Join us for a fun-filled weekend sponsored by SLB & First Nations Health Consortium Registration is now open - scan the QR code ?. Don’t miss your chance to meet the Bears' Lair team and learn from experts what the entrepreneurism journey could look like for you; Secure your spot today! #BearsLairDreamCamps #LubiconLakeBand #RegistrationOpen #SLB #firstnationshealthconsortium #IndigenousEntrepreneurship

?? Congratulations to Métis Tails & Tales Café from our last dream camp with Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association. A unique and heartwarming cat café where you can enjoy coffee, tea, lemonade, and locally made pastries while meeting adorable, adoptable cats! ???? They also offer one-of-a-kind items from Inner Creation, creating a space that truly values Customer Focus, Respect, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, and Community. ???? We’re so proud of this incredible team and their vision! ??? #BearsLairDreamCamp #IndigenousEntrepreneurs #Community #CatCafe

? That’s a wrap on an INCREDIBLE Bears’ Lair Dream Camp with Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association and Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation! ? We are beyond GRATEFUL for the amazing youth, mentors, and community members who made this experience so powerful. ?? ?? Huge thanks to Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association for welcoming us into your community and empowering your youth! We were also thrilled to have six incredible youth from Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation join us—their energy, creativity, and passion truly enriched this experience! ?? Deep appreciation to our generous sponsor, Capital Power, for making this camp possible. Special thanks to Tricia Johnston (Director, Communications & Community Engagement) and Christine Harris (Senior Specialist) from Capital Power for your incredible support. ?? Over the past few days, a remarkable group of young entrepreneurs explored business fundamentals, developed essential skills, and gained confidence. Their enthusiasm and dedication were truly inspiring! ?? Shoutout to our community champion – Dale Fridel (Community Safety & Outreach Officer, Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association) – for your unwavering support! ?? A huge thank you to our guest speakers: ? Tracy Friedel – President, Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association ? Tricia Johnston – Capital Power ? Christine Harris – Capital Power ?? Our incredible panel of judges: ? Tricia Johnston – Capital Power ? Christine Harris – Capital Power ? Tracy Friedel – Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association ?? Gratitude to our coach mentors: Geena Jackson, Jay Falkus, Leandra Johnson, Talon Nadeau, Pat Wagner, and Dale Fridel for guiding and encouraging the youth throughout the camp! ?? A big thank you to Combined Catering for the delicious meals that kept everyone energized! ?? And finally, to the parents—thank you for supporting your youth! The skills they’ve gained here will serve them well into the future. And to the youth—your passion, determination, and vision are why we do this. We can’t wait to see what you achieve next! ?? #BearsLairDreamCamp #LacSteAnneMétis #AlexisNakotaSiouxNation #IndigenousYouth #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #FutureLeaders #EconomicEmpowerment