13. Aboriginal International: Local Roots, Global Reach

The international marketplace is not an easy place to make a mark. Yet aboriginal entrepreneurs are doing just that. After all, they have a long history of international trade on which to draw. This episode of Venturing Forth looks at a piece of this history, starting with the creation of aboriginal currency and the marketing of Dentalium shells found off the west coast of Vancouver Island. Dr Phil Nuytten, a Metis businessman, sub-sea engineer, diver, marine archeologist, author, carver and native advocate, has done extensive research on the subject. He also knows well today's global markets. His companies, Nuytco Research and Can-Dive Construction, have been marketing internationally for more than 30 years. Through Nuytten's insights and others, Venturing Forth examines the past, present and future of aboriginal international business and trade.

Locations: British Columbia