Our Story

Who We Are

Luminary is the name of an initiative developed by Indigenous Works in 2019/20 to advance a 5–10-year strategy for Indigenous innovation as a catalyst for economic transformation, employment, and wellbeing. We serve as a bridge and connector among economic sectors, connecting Indigenous businesses and communities, post-secondary institutions, industry, and government to co-create solutions to some of the most pressing economic challenges of our time.

Vision

To be the most impactful network and program of its kind in the world, where academia and Indigenous business grow research and innovations for economic transformation, employment, and wellbeing.

Mission

To convene, coordinate, and communicate with a national and global network of academic institutions, business schools, Indigenous businesses, NGOs, and mainstream business partners, supported by a comprehensive platform of innovation services and programs.