18
Apr

Vision Quest’s Host Hotel & Brand New Conference Space

If you’re coming to Winnipeg from out of town, consider booking your accommodations at Vision Quest’s official host hotel. The BEST WESTERN PLUS Charter House Hotel is located at 330 York Avenue in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. It’s close to tourist attractions, entertainment venues, retail outlets, corporate offices, and more. Vision Quest delegates who...
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13
Apr

Two Inspiring Keynote Presenters!

This year, the Vision Quest Conference & Trade Show turns 20! We are excited about this milestone anniversary, and the inspiring keynote presenters who will be joining us: Inez Point, Award-Winning Pop Music Artist Inez Point is an award-winning pop music artist with powerhouse talent and universal appeal. As one of Canada’s top Indigenous musicians, her...
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28
Mar

Special Delegate Reception & Gala Banquet for Vision Quest’s 20th Anniversary

In honour of the 20th anniversary, Vision Quest has added a special Delegate Reception on the Trade Show floor on Wednesday, May 18 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. Entertainment will feature Indigenous Music Award winner Jaaji and nominee Chelsea June, and the comedy of Don Burnstick. The Gala Banquet on the following evening includes three-course...
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21
Mar

Vision Quest: Canada’s Longest Running Indigenous Ecoomic Development Conference

Since 1997, nearly 14,000 participants have taken part in Vision Quest, Canada’s longest running Indigenous economic development conference. Delegates come from throughout Manitoba and across Canada and the US, consisting of entrepreneurs, industry and business leaders, community organizations, innovators, and youth. Highlights of this dynamic three-day gathering include: Acclaimed and inspiring keynote speakers Workshops about...
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14
Mar

Announcing Dragon’s Quest

The Vision Quest Conference & Trade Show is partnering with the Aboriginal Business Service Network to once again present Dragon’s Quest. This business plan competition inspires entrepreneurship among Indigenous people, with cash prizes awarded in rural and urban categories. Finalists will present their business ideas at Vision Quest to a panel of judges and audience of Delegates, with the...
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29
Apr

Certification Courses at Vision Quest

For the first time, Delegates can take part in Certification Courses at Vision Quest. In Foodsafe Food Handling, participants will learn safe practices in the food industry including food borne illness, receiving and storage of foods, preparing food, serving food, and cleaning and sanitizing. The goal of Emergency First Aid and CPR, which is recognized by all levels of government, Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health, and most employers, is to preserve life, prevent further injury, and promote recovery. Both courses take place concurrently on Tuesday, May 12.
17
Apr

Honourary Chair Announced

Each year, Vision Quest chooses a distinguished member from the Indigenous community to be recognized as Honourary Chair. Vision Quest is pleased to announce that E.J. Fontaine is the Honourary Chair for 2015.
10
Mar

Dragon’s Quest Deadline Extended to March 27, 2015

The deadline for entries to this year’s Dragon’s Quest Plan Competition has been extended to March 27, 2015. This competition is open to First Nations, Metis and Inuit entrepreneurs in the province of Manitoba.  Each year two winners are selected in a Rural and an Urban (City of Winnipeg) category; winners of the competition receive...
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20
Feb

2015 Registration Package Now Available!

The 19th Vision Quest Conference & Trade Show will bring together nearly 1000 innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders to discuss and promote Indigenous business, community and economic development. Registration is now available for 2015 and be sure to register by April 10 to save $80!

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