Ryerson’s new fashion program for Indigenous entrepreneurs is up and running – The Eyeopener

November 2, 2020

Ryerson’s new Indigenous Fashion Support (IFS) Program is working to help Indigenous entrepreneurs gain business experience in the fashion industry.

Since Oct. 15 participants have taken part in a virtual incubation “to sharpen their entrepreneurial skills while developing real-life solutions,” according to Ryerson’s Fashion Zone (RFZ) website. The program was recently launched by RFZ and will run for 12 weeks in total.

“We need culturally appropriate courses, academic supports, professional development resources and strong mentorship, in addition to understanding, appreciation, respect and cultural sensitivity,” said Indigenous advisor and program mentor Riley Kucheran via Ryerson’s graduate studies website. Kucheran is from Biigtigong Nishnaabeg (Pic River First Nation).

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