Conference for Nigerian Canadians hoping to start own business

“We want to be able to build a business network within the Nigerian community,” said Harry Smith, the President of the Nigerian Canadian Association of Montreal. The Nigerian and Canadian Business Network held a conference for Nigerian entrepreneurs.

By News Staff

Posted March 25, 2023 1:28 pm.

Last Updated March 25, 2023 6:43 pm.

Entrepreneurs and politicians from Canada and Nigeria got together for a brunch in Montreal Saturday morning.

The event was organized by the Nigerian and Canadian Business Network.

Members of the business network came to Montreal to meet local entrepreneurs interested in starting a business in Nigeria and other African countries.

The event was also aimed at supporting Nigerians who are looking to establish their own business in Canada.

The brunch began with the national anthems of both countries.

It was the first time the Nigerian and Canadian Business Network held such an event in Montreal.

Nigerian and Canadian Business Network brunch on March 25, 2023. (Credit: CityNews/Simon Feisthauer Fournet)

Nigerian and Canadian Business Network brunch on March 25, 2023. (Credit: CityNews/Simon Feisthauer Fournet)
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