✨ About Illuminated Emerald Inc.
Building technology that creates opportunity, preserves culture, and connects Indigenous communities.
Our Story
Illuminated Emerald Inc. was founded with a simple belief: technology should create opportunities, strengthen communities, and solve real-world problems.
Our journey began by identifying challenges we've experienced firsthand and transforming those experiences into meaningful technology solutions. We are proudly Indigenous-owned and federally incorporated in Canada, committed to reinvesting into Indigenous communities through tournaments, partnerships, sponsorships, and cultural initiatives.
What We're Building
Our flagship product, the Moccasin platform, is a digital home for the traditional Indigenous Moccasin Game — combining education, entertainment, and community into one experience that helps preserve the game's history while making it more accessible to new generations.
It's the first of several technology products we're building. See our full project lineup →
From Vision to Reality
We've moved beyond the idea stage — over the past year we've built a working product, established partnerships, and laid the foundation for future growth.
- Federally incorporated as Illuminated Emerald Inc. on August 6, 2025
- Approximately one year of active Moccasin platform development
- Working Android beta application
- 15 Google Play beta testers preparing for public release
- Company website launched
- Announced publicly and featured in a local community newsletter
- Planning the inaugural Illuminated Emerald Moccasin Tournament
Meet the Team
Why Illuminated Emerald?
🤝 Authentic by Design
Developed with guidance from an Elder knowledgeable in the Moccasin Game and its history, and reviewed by experienced tournament players to ensure gameplay respects traditional rules and practices.
🌱 Indigenous-Owned & Community-Focused
Proudly Indigenous-owned and federally incorporated in Canada, committed to reinvesting into Indigenous communities through tournaments, partnerships, sponsorships, and cultural initiatives.
Curious About Where We're Headed?
Take a look at our investor pitch deck for a full look at our vision, growth strategy, and business model.
📄 View Our Pitch DeckLet's Build the Future — Together
Email: contact@illuminatedemerald.com
Phone: (204) 808-8516
Address: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
For investment inquiries, reach Cristian Puga (Founder & CEO) directly at Cristian.puga@illuminatedemerald.com.