Meet Nadine Bernard, the Entrepreneur Bridging Indigenous and… – Women of Influence

February 18, 2025

“Why am I chasing when I could just be building?”

That question changed everything for Nadine Bernard.

As a Mi’kmaq woman from the We’koqma’q First Nation, Nadine spent nearly two decades in diversity, equity, and inclusion and Indigenous relations roles. She had built a career within established organizations, following what seemed like the natural trajectory.

Then, an unexpected layoff forced her to re-evaluate everything.

Instead of looking for another role, she saw an opportunity — one that had been missing in the corporate landscape. She envisioned an entity that could bridge the gap between Indigenous communities and Canadian businesses, dismantle systemic barriers, and further Truth and Reconciliation from words into action.

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