Business Directory
Indigenous Business Directory
A Verified Network Connecting Buyers With Indigenous Suppliers
The TIBT Indigenous Business Directory is a national, verified registry that helps Indigenous businesses showcase their capabilities and gives buyers a clear way to find qualified suppliers for construction, development, and built-environment projects.
For Indigenous Businesses
Free, Verified, and Built for Opportunity
Indigenous businesses can create a no-cost verified profile that highlights their capabilities in a procurement-ready format:
- Indigenous ownership verification
- Service classification by MasterFormat and industry scopes
- Regions served and mobility
- Past project experience and references
- Capacity, safety, equipment, and insurance
- Future TIBT built-environment certification levels
Businesses receive automated opportunity matchmaking, procurement notifications from national aggregations, and visibility to buyers searching for Indigenous partners.
For Buyers
Fast, Accurate Supplier Identification
The directory provides buyers with:
- Advanced search tools to filter by trade, region, scope, certification level, and experience.
- AI-assisted recommendations aligned to upcoming bid packages.
- Direct contact options to invite businesses to RFQs, walkthroughs, or procurement events.
- Confidence through multi-layer verification of ownership and capability.
It streamlines market sounding, procurement planning, and Indigenous participation tracking.
How the Directory Works
Structured, Verified, and Integrated With Procurement
- Profiles are aligned to industry standards for easy matching (MasterFormat, NAICS, PSPC categories).
- AI automatically connects businesses with suitable tenders and buyers with suitable suppliers.
- Information is continuously validated for accuracy and compliance.
- The directory links directly with TIBT's national procurement aggregation, ensuring businesses see relevant work and buyers see relevant suppliers.
A Directory With Purpose
TIBT's directory is more than a listing it's a national tool for meaningful Indigenous inclusion. It simplifies connections, increases visibility, and ensures every project can access reliable Indigenous suppliers throughout its lifecycle.
