Question 1

Why should my community join Indigenous Buying Group?

Accepted Answer

Join for cost savings, enhanced purchasing power, new revenue options, address economic leakage, and more fully participate in procurement and economic reconciliation.

Question 2

How does Indigenous Buying Group help address economic leakage?

Accepted Answer

With an average community spend of $1.3 million per year on materials and supplies, members can earn back up to $130,000 annually, just on internal spend. Our platform allows to take back control of their sending from big box retailers.

Question 3

How does profit-sharing work?

Accepted Answer

Equity members benefit from profit-sharing based on membership level, with shares of total net profit equal to overall contribution levels.

Question 4

How is the equity pool distributed?

Accepted Answer

Equity distribution is based on total contributions relative to total revenue. For example, a $25,000 contribution out of $500,000 total revenue gives a 5% share.

Question 5

Can our community benefit from tax-exempt purchasing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, First Nations communities can make tax-exempt purchases.

Question 6

How are taxes handled for e-commerce sales?

Accepted Answer

We handle all necessary tax payments to the CRA on behalf of our members.

Question 7

What is included in the onboarding and training?

Accepted Answer

Our program includes step-by-step guidance on using the ordering portal, training sessions, and ongoing support.

Question 8

How can we benefit from the marketing and sales support?

Accepted Answer

We provide customized marketing materials, sales coaching, access to contact lists, and RFP notifications to maximize revenue potential.

Question 9

How do you handle store management for our e-commerce store?

Accepted Answer

We take care of order processing, warehousing, shipping, and customer support, ensuring accurate and prompt delivery.

Question 10

Do you offer additional support?

Accepted Answer

Yes, including sales training, proposal writing training, digital marketing, sales rep recruitment and training, and procurement optimization.

Question 11

Can supporters buy from the Indigenous Buying Group?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we welcome partnerships with governments, industry, charities, non-profits, broader public sector organizations, and Canadians.

Question 12

I run a charity/non-profit, can I purchase a platform?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Canadian charities and non-profits can also benefit from our platform and use it to generate new revenue to support their missions and mandates. Contact us for more information.

Question 13

How do I become a supplier?

Accepted Answer

Visit our Supplier page for more information on how to join us in supporting First Nations communities.

Question 14

How do we get started with Indigenous Buying Group?

Accepted Answer

Please reach us at info@indigenousbuyinggroup.com to discuss your needs and choose the membership level that best suits your community’s goals.

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