National Indigenous Connectivity Conference
The National Indigenous Connectivity Initiative (NICI) invites you to Tsuut’ina Nation, Calgary, Alberta on February 25-26, 2026 for our National Indigenous Connectivity Conference.
Who should attend?
- First Nations Leadership, Indigenous technicians, and Internet Service Providers
- Small technology business entrepreneurs
- Government of Canada and provincial representatives
- Bell Canada, Rogers, and Telus executives
While we look forward to welcoming everyone who feels called to participate, we are primarily focusing the experience on those listed above to build collaboration, leadership, and shared action towards connectivity access for remote and rural First Nations.
Conference Highlights
Dates: February 25-26, 2026
Location: Grey Eagle Event Centre, Tsuut’ina Nation, Calgary, Alberta
DAY 1 – Community & Industry Voices
- Networking Breakfast
- Opening Welcome & Remarks
- Morning Panel 1: First Nations Leadership Perspectives on Challenges with Access
- Morning Panel 2: Elders & Youth Advisory
- Lunch
- Afternoon Presentations & Panel: IT & ISP Perspectives
- Evening Banquet with Keynote Speaker
DAY 2 – Global & Policy Perspectives
- Networking Breakfast
- Welcome & Opening Keynote
- Morning Panel: International Perspectives
- Morning Presentations: Indigenous Relations
- Lunch
- Afternoon Presentations: Closing the Infrastructure Gap
- Conference Close
Registration Tiers
- Chiefs $195
- Government $240
- General $250
- Elders (65+) $0
- Youth (18-30) $0
- Individual $150
- Sponsorship Table $1,500
* all prices listed include taxes and fees
The National Indigenous Connectivity Initiative (NICI) works alongside First Nations, governments, and industry partners to ensure equitable access to broadband and spectrum, empowering communities to lead in the digital age.