The 3Ds of Indigenous Export Readiness: Demonstration, Durability, and De-risking in Practice
This study explores how Indigenous small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Canada develop the skills and capabilities required to participate in export markets as well as how existing training, advisory, and institutional supports influence export readiness and performance.
What specific conditions play key roles in shaping export outcomes for Indigenous SMEs? How and by whom is export readiness generally assessed, and how do Indigenous SMEs typically build their export capability? What hurdles currently pose the greatest challenge to export readiness and performance, and what practices and policies can help surmount them?
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Key findings
Indigenous exports are central to inclusive trade
Indigenous-specific ecosystems shape export pathways
From skills to capability—and capability to readiness
Strengthening export readiness through the 3Ds
Appendix A: Methodology
Appendix B: Glossary of key terms
Appendix C: Case Illustrations
Appendix D: Bibliography
