“That was the largest challenge, just being able to establishmyself in the industry
and being able to build a level of respect and trust up with the clientele.”
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services rather than one, Bourque-Bouchi-
er said. The company is now expanding to
the Calgary area and further growth is an-
ticipated, despite the declining oil prices.
CHALLENGES OF BEING AN
ABORIGINAL WOMAN IN
BUSINESS
Despite the entrepreneurial success,
Bourque-Bouchier faced a social challenge
as she found herself, an Aboriginal female,
working in a male-dominated field.
“That was the largest challenge, just be-
ing able to establish myself in the industry
and being able to build a level of respect
and trust up with the clientele,” Bourque-
Bouchier said.
Nicole Bourque-Bouchier,
CEO and David Bouchier,
Founder & President
