Red River Métis BDC has now launched RED RIVER MÉTIS BUSINESS ASSOCIATION.

The association is guided by an Advisory Group, representing Red River Métis businesses and entrepreneurs representing urban and rural, and from a variety of economic sectors.

The Four Pillars of the RRMBA

Networking

with other Métis entrepreneurs

Programs

that support and enhance business

Events

that feature learning opportunities and networking

Connectivity

and greater ease of access to other Métis business and economic development programs within the MMF and affiliates

Benefits of Membership

  • Business Services
    • Digital Media Marketing - three tailored packages to boost your online presence, engage your audience and drive business growth
    • Bookkeeping - customizable levels of support, from basic record keeping to full financial management
    • Group Health Benefits - exclusive benefits tailored for business, as small as 1-2 lives
  • Discounted event pricing for Members for all RRMBA events
  • RRMBA Signature Events
    • Red River Metis Business Gala Awards (November 27, 2025)
    • Red River Metis Business Expo (Spring 2026)

  • Learning opportunities and networking opportunities with other Red River Metis entrepreneurs at events
    • Lunch & Learn Series
    • Regional RRMBA Business Mixers
  • Procurement Opportunities
    • Facilitating connections with those entities that are looking for Metis procurement partners
    • Partnering with groups like Procurement Assistance Canada (PAC) to host workshops and webinars

What else does the RRMBA offer?

RRMBA Workshop & Events

  • Lunch & Learn Workshops
  • Regional RRMBA Business Mixers
  • Topical Webinars

Between October 2024 and June 2025, the RRMBA offered a variety of learning and networking opportunities, fourteen to be precise to the RRMBA Membership

  • (6) Lunch & Learns
  • (5) Business Mixers
  • (3) Special / Unique Events

*See the attached calendar of events for the 2025-26 RRMBA Program Schedule.

Metis Hour x2

While the Métis Hour is not new what is new is having Red River Métis Entrepreneurs featured and interviewed as part of the program on Saturdays at 11am since August 2024. These interviews are coordinated by the RRMBA and it is a great opportunity to get profile and exposure for your business.

RRMBA Member Spotlights

Starting in February 2025, RRMBA begin featuring two RRM Business Association members each month on the RRMBDC website. Get to know Members of the RRMBA and their businesses and connect. If you haven't checked it out yet, we encourage you to do so, the previous months are still active on the link.


Stay connected to our social media channels for future announcements.

Are you interested in joining the Red River Métis Business Association?

Application Form RRMBA Brochure

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