Governments and corporations in Canada allocate substantial funds annually for procurement, but Jackee Kasandy notes that historically, very little of this has benefited Black-owned businesses. Kasandy, leading the Black Entrepreneurs and Businesses of Canada Society in British Columbia, is determined to shift this narrative.
Her organization now offers a certification program tailored to Black-owned businesses, facilitating their entry into the complex world of government and corporate procurement. Developed in collaboration with Public Services and Procurement Canada, the program aims to bridge the gap in knowledge and opportunity for Black entrepreneurs
