Free session explains how businesses can join Nch’ú7mut Contracting registry
The Squamish Chamber of Commerce and Nch’ú7mut Contracting Ltd. are holding a free information session for local businesses. It covers the Nch’ú7mut Endorsed Business Registry and how it links businesses to work on major projects in Squamish and across Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Territory. Both Indigenous-owned and non-Indigenous-owned businesses can learn how to register.
What changesRegistration for the session is free, and it is open to business owners, contractors, suppliers and service providers.
What is happening
The Squamish Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with Nch’ú7mut Contracting Ltd. to run a free information session about procurement. Procurement is how a project buys the goods and services it needs from businesses.
Nch’ú7mut Contracting Ltd. is part of the Nch’ḵay̓ Group, the economic development corporation of the Squamish Nation.
What the session covers
The session focuses on the Nch’ú7mut Endorsed Business Registry. The registry connects businesses with opportunities on major projects in Squamish and throughout Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Territory. Topics include:
- How the registry works
- How to register, for both Indigenous-owned and non-Indigenous-owned businesses
- Practical guidance on procurement
Who it is for
The Chamber says the session is meant for:
- Business owners
- Contractors
- Suppliers
- Service providers
How to take part
- Cost: free
- Registration: required, and free
- The Chamber notice did not list a date, time or location. Check the Squamish Chamber of Commerce notice for those details and to sign up.
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Source: Squamish Chamber of Commerce