Blackfalds man hopes to help minority-owned businesses flourish
A local man wants to put a major dent in racism by ensuring businesses owned by black, Indigenous and visible minorities (BIVM) know how to promote themselves, and are supported by their community.
BIVM Business Access Alberta was launched in June by Callum Daniels, who’s also taking up the battle against the racial wealth gap.
The 20-year-old’s ancestors were slaves in the United States before making their way north to Regina. His great grandfather later served in WWII, and other kin have built a rich family history in central Alberta.
Daniels, who lives in Blackfalds says his long term goal is for BIVM Business Access Alberta is to help minority-owned businesses nationwide.