In this edition, we’re sharing what’s ahead for the month, including upcoming Aksis events. We’re also shining a spotlight on one of our Members Frame to Finish Cleaning Ltd. and highlighting upcoming community events such as Remembrance Day and Indigenous Veterans’ Day. As the season changes, we look forward to continued connections and engagement with our community.

~Aksis Team

🌟 Member Spotlight 🌟

Member Spotlight: Frame to Finish Cleaning Ltd.

Frame to Finish Cleaning Ltd. is on a mission to provide exceptional, detailed cleaning services that help our clients reclaim their time and enjoy the comfort of a clean home or workplace. They lead with care, respect, and reliability, values that guide every interaction with our clients, our team, and our communities.

As an Indigenous and non-Indigenous women-owned company, they are deeply committed to building a business rooted in inclusion, trust, and community support.

Frame to Finish Cleaning Ltd. was founded in 2013 by co-owners Lola Leslie and Brittany Hurlburt, two women with more than 30 years of combined experience in the cleaning and home service industry.

They are committed to hiring and mentoring Indigenous team members and supporting Indigenous-led initiatives in the Edmonton region. Frame to Finish regularly donates time, services, and supplies to community organizations, and we plan to expand our outreach by partnering with Indigenous employment and training agencies.

Plans for the future include preparing to expand our service area to include Calgary and surrounding communities, introducing additional environmentally friendly cleaning products, and upgrading our scheduling and communications technology to better serve our growing client base.

Contact Information

Website: www.frametofinishcleaning.com

Instagram: frame2finishclean

Facebook: Frame to Finish Cleaning

Google Reviews: Frame to Finish Cleaning – 5⭐

Email: frametofinishcleaning@gmail.com

Phone: (780) 938-6961

The Aksis Indigenous Business Resource Centre is presenting 3 exciting information events in the next 4 weeks.

Be ready for Tax Filing, Informed and Stress Free!

Get Your Sole Proprietorship Tax-Ready for the New Year

Join us for an interactive session led by Ben Antifaiff, NorQuest College’s Business Faculty Chair and learn how to confidently prepare your sole proprietorship taxes. We’ll cover:

🔹Regulatory reporting requirements
🔹Business expenses: what they are and how to track them
🔹Record-keeping tips to stay organized year-round
🔹Common mistakes to avoid when filing

Start 2026 prepared, informed, and stress-free

Please RSVP using the link below before November 20th to secure your spot!

NorQuest College Interactive Taxes Preperation Event

Tue, Nov 25, 9:00 AM MST

Date: November 25, 2025
Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM
Location: Aksis Office, #300, 10055 – 106 Street

Sneak Peek: Aksis Indigenous Business Resource Centre Presents a Fireside Chat with Alissa Assu

Exciting things are happening at Aksis! As part of the Aksis Indigenous Business Resource Centre, members will soon have the opportunity to take part in a Fireside Chat Information Session featuring Indigenous Entrepreneur Alissa Assu, Co-Founder of RavenSong, Founder of West Coast Wildflowers and Bear Essential Oils, and a busy participant in an Indigenous Business National Sales platform with assistance from Best Buy Canada.”

This special session will explore how Indigenous entrepreneurs are bringing their products to new markets through retail partnerships that reach millions of potential buyers. Moderated by Elizabeth Bunney, Communications, the conversation will offer inspiration, insight, and a look at how the Aksis Resource Centre can help members explore similar business growth opportunities.

Stay tuned — event details and RSVP information will be sent directly to members in the coming days.

Upcoming Aksis Events

TOPONA: The Original People’s of North America Gathering

Aksis warmly invites Indigenous business owners and professionals to join us for Tea & Bannock — a casual gathering where we come together to build connections and strengthen our community.

This is your space to:
🔹Connect with fellow members
🔹Share insights and experiences
🔹Engage in knowledge sharing
🔹Increase your visibility within the Indigenous business network

Date: November 12, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Aksis Office, #300, 10055 – 106 Street

To register click the link: TOPONA Tea & Bannock · Luma

AKSIS Indigenous Business Directory & Marketplace

Reminder: Set Up Your Profile

This is a friendly reminder to register for the new Aksis Indigenous Business Directory & Marketplace. This exclusive, public-facing platform celebrates and showcases businesses and professionals across the Greater Edmonton area, while giving members access to unique advertising opportunities.

Please check your inbox (and junk folder) for the registration email with setup instructions. You’ll be able to choose whether to display your contact details, while still maintaining a presence in the directory. If you run into any issues, reach out anytime at info@aksisyeg.ca—we’re happy to help.

We’re excited to feature your business in the new Directory!

Stay connected and keep up with our latest updates, events, and initiatives. Follow Aksis on social media:

🌐 Website: www.aksisyeg.ca
📘 Facebook: Aksis Edmonton
📸 Instagram: @aksisyeg
🔗 LinkedIn: Aksis Edmonton

Community Events

Nov 6: Nakiskâtowin – Indigenous Partnership Celebration | 2–6 PM | NAIT, 10210 Princess Elizabeth Ave NW Nakiskâtowin – An Indigenous Partnership Celebration Tickets, Thu, 6 Nov 2025 at 2:00 PM | Eventbrite
Nov 14: Indigenous Career Centre Round Dance | 4–11 PM | NorQuest Atrium, 10215 108 St NW
Nov 14–16: A Very Indigenous Holiday Market | Alberta Aviation Museum, 11410 Kingsway NW
Nov 16: Louis Riel Commemoration | 11 AM | Alberta Legislature, 10800 97 Ave NW Louis Riel Commemoration – Otipemisiwak Métis Government