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True Means of Inclusive Solutions for Underrepresented Entrepreneurs by Innovate Inclusion
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African Roots, Canadian Success
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Transforming Healthcare WHILE Empowering Communities
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In Canada, Indigenous and LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs continue to face obstacles in obtaining funding, controlling risk, and growing their businesses. New

The 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program: New Opportunities for LGBTQ+ Business Owners in Canada
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Rainbow Certified: Fueled by a Desire for Representation and Inclusivity
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