Your Business Deserves to SOAR
SOAR is a signature SREDA program awarding Indigenous entrepreneurs up to $30K in cash prizes to grow their business.
Program Details
Kick-off Event | September 3, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
An evening of networking and connection with your workshop facilitators, fellow finalists, and past SOAR alumni. Designed to help you build meaningful relationships, gain insight from those who have been through the process, and connect with people who are here to support your success.
Workshops
The semi-finalists will attend five workshops on a variety of topics to fine-tune their businesses and pitches in preparation for the Semi-Finalist Pitch Round.
Workshop 1 | Sept. 9, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Workshop 2 | Sept. 11, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Workshop 3 | Sept. 16, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Workshop 4 | Sept. 18, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Workshop 5 | Sept. 23, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Semi-Finalist Pitch Round | October 6
Participants will pitch to a panel of business experts, who will then select a Top 5 for the SOAR Pitch Finale.
Pitch Finale | October 15
The top five finalists will pitch their business to a panel of judges at the SOAR Pitch Finale. The judges will then select the winner(s) of the cash prize totalling $30K.
Join us for SOAR Pitch Finale!
Eligibility
- Business located in the Saskatoon Region
- At least 51% Indigenous-owned
- Independently owned, operated and created by the entrepreneur
- Age 18+
- 1 – 20 employees
- Business must be in operation for 2 years or more
- Must meet or be in the process of meeting all regulatory requirements by law
- Proof of Ancestry is required
- Businesses that have received cash prizes from the SOAR program in the past are not eligible
2025 SOAR Sponsors
SOAR is a unique opportunity to show your support for local Indigenous entrepreneurs while celebrating Indigenous culture in a dynamic, one-of-a-kind event.
Past Finalists
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Let our team guide you. Our experts are here to answer any of your questions and help you on your path to success.
