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Turtle Island Technology Solutions Becomes First Indigenous Technology Company with Pricing Agreement in Mohawk Medbuy’s Indigenous LaunchPad
Turtle Island Technology Solutions Inc. is proud to announce its groundbreaking partnership with Mohawk Medbuy (MMC) through MMC’s Indigenous LaunchPad program. Turtle Island Technology Solutions is the first Indigenous tech company to have a pricing agreement available to MMC Members through the program – a milestone that marks a significant step toward stronger Indigenous representation in Canada’s healthcare supply chain.
The Indigenous LaunchPad is MMC’s online marketplace that connects hospitals with Indigenous businesses whose offerings can meet the healthcare sector’s specialized needs. Turtle Island Technology Solutions’ collaboration with MMC is set to enhance hospitals’ access to critical IT services while reinforcing the importance of reconciliation and Indigenous participation in the healthcare industry. Through MMC’s program, Turtle Island Technology Solutions will help advance:
- Seamless IT Solutions – Ensuring healthcare providers have simple, reliable access to essential technology.
- Increased Indigenous Representation – Strengthening Indigenous business presence in Canada’s healthcare sector.
- Meaningful Reconciliation – Aligning with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action 92 by fostering economic inclusion and lasting change.
“This is more than a partnership—it’s a step forward for Indigenous business in tech and healthcare,” said Michael Hebert, Founder/CEO at Turtle Island Technology Solutions. “We’re honored to play a role in shaping a future where innovation and reconciliation go hand in hand.”
“We’re pleased to welcome Turtle Island Technology Solutions to this program and are excited to debut their pricing agreement,” said Veronica Guido, MMC’s Director, Indigenous Partnerships & Strategies. “MMC’s Indigenous LaunchPad makes it easy for Canadian hospitals and Indigenous businesses to foster relationships that help advance reconciliation and support a sustainable and equitable supply chain.”
For more information about this partnership and the impact of Indigenous businesses in healthcare, please contact:
Jason Winter
Chief Technology Officer
Turtle Island Technology Solutions
letstalk@turtleislandtech.ca
About Mohawk Medbuy
Mohawk Medbuy Corporation (MMC) is a national, not-for-profit, supply chain organization that supports hundreds of health care providers across Canada, as well as child welfare agencies and other public sector organizations. MMC provides value-driven contracting and procurement solutions for medical/surgical supplies, pharmaceutical products, local sourcing, capital (equipment, FF&E and redevelopment) and nutrition solutions. Other services include data analytics, in-hospital support, warehousing/logistics, technology, procure-to-pay and accounts payable.
With an emerging focus on sustainability and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, MMC is actively supporting the creation of a resilient value chain that incorporates environmental, social and governance best practices. Based in Burlington, ON, the organization also has offices in Toronto, Thunder Bay, Kingston, Brantford, London and Chatham, and a distribution centre in Oakville. Learn more at MohawkMedbuy.ca
