The Black Business Initiative (BBI) was founded in 1996 by the Government of Canada and the Province of Nova Scotia to address the unique needs confronting Nova Scotia’s Black business community. Since then,BBI has grown into a catalyst for job creation, equitable participation, and advancing the economic prosperity across Canada.

BBI supports Black entrepreneurs every step of the way—from start-up and development to growth and expansion. Their goal is to help their clients compete both nationally and internationally within the broader business landscape.