Empowering Indigenous Relationships
BCSI operates as a consulting firm providing comprehensive services tailored to the unique needs of businesses operating in or seeking to engage with Indigenous groups across Canada with the objective of providing Indigenous procurement and joint ventures on projects. We facilitate B2B and consumer transactions, offering expertise in Indigenous commercial enterprises, Indigenous HR, hiring and training, negotiations and economic reconciliation.
Meet Diane Archie
Diane is Inuvialuit, and originally from Aklavik, Northwest Territories. Diane is the majority owner and President of Bear Clan Strategy Inc. and lives in Yellowknife and Inuvik. Prior to Bear Clan Strategy, Diane was the Deputy Premier and Minister of Infrastructure and the Power Corporation for the Northwest Territories.
Prior to these cabinet positions, Diane was the Minister of Health, Persons with Disabilities and the Status of Women. Diane has previously held several positions with the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (“IRC”), including five years as the Chief Self-Government Negotiator where she sat on various working groups established to support the transition to self-government including Implementation, Fiscal Arrangements, and Taxation.
Previously, Diane spent eight years as the Executive Director of the Community Development Division at IRC, focusing on health, education and research. During her time with the IRC, Diane was seconded to one of the world’s largest multinational oil and gas companies where she gained valuable industry experience.
Diane holds a Master’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Royal Roads University and a Bachelor’s degree in Management from the University of Athabasca.
Diane has sat on various boards, including the Board of the Inuvik Community Corporation.
Diane leads a team of professionals that have extensive Indigenous engagement and finance experience across Canada on projects in green energy, mining, oil and gas, fisheries, gaming, hospitality, and agriculture.
Our services include, but are not limited to:
- Consultation on Indigenous commercial and business enterprises.
- Secure and implement procurement opportunities for businesses that seek Indigenous-owned company involvement to win and manage contracts, including through government vehicles such as the set-aside program.
- Negotiation support for projects involving Indigenous communities.
- Structuring commercial deals with a focus on economic reconciliation.
- Advisory services for companies seeking to engage with Indigenous communities.
- Assistance in navigating regulatory frameworks and cultural sensitivities.
- Relationship building with Indigenous communities.
- Seeking financing for Indigenous projects and take-out financing.
- Tailored Indigenous economic reconciliation for government and corporate Canada.
Our Proven Approach
Discover how we bring value to businesses and Indigenous communities through our strategic approach.
Customized Solutions
Tailoring unique consulting strategies to suit the specific needs and goals of each client.
Engagement Excellence
Ensuring top-notch support and guidance in fostering successful relationships with Indigenous communities.
Sustainable Partnerships
Building long-lasting, sustainable partnerships that drive economic growth and cultural exchange.
BCSI is a proud member of the Business Incentive Program with the Government of the Northwest Territories, and also is a proud member of the Indigenous Business List with the Inuvialuit Regional Corporation.
BCSI is a member of the federal government Indigenous Business Directory and a certified Indigenous business.
BCSI is a proud member of the NWT & Nunavut Chamber of Mines, as well as the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce.
