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October 31, 2024
Watay Power announces energization of two more northern Ontario First Nations
NationTalk: ReNew Canada – Wataynikaneyap Power announced the energization of both Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug and Wapekeka First Nation. The northern Ontario communities were both connected to the provincial power grid on December 14, 2023. On October 28, Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug and Wapekeka First Nation invited Wataynikaneyap Power, Opiikapawiin Services, government, and other stakeholders to celebrate this momentous...
October 23, 2024
MMF launches Red River Métis Power Corporation for wind energy development
NationTalk: The Graphic Leader -The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) has established the Red River Métis Power Corporation to develop wind power capacity in Manitoba it announced on Friday. The corporation aims to build and operate energy infrastructure to provide clean electricity for residential, commercial and industrial users. The company plans to prepare for up to...
October 22, 2024
Inuit Voices Lead the Conversation on Nunavik’s Mining Growth in Nunatta Ataani (Beneath Our Feet) Documentary
NationTalk: NUNAVIK, QC – The Nunavik Mineral Exploration Fund (NMEF), in partnership with Ubique Films and directed by Jean-Philippe Brochu, presents Nunatta Ataani (Beneath Our Feet), a documentary exploring the economic, environmental, and cultural impacts of Nunavik’s mining industry through the voices of Inuit communities. The film also highlights the bittersweet role Inuit played as...
October 18, 2024
First Nations cannabis industry continues to grow after 6 years of legalization in Canada
Many First Nations pursuing industry’s economic opportunities, on their own terms CBC Indigenous: An Indigenous-owned cannabis company in Chilliwack, B.C., that started out as a rogue dispensary is now setting its sights on becoming a global leader in the cannabis industry. This week marked the six-year anniversary of the legalization of cannabis in Canada. First Nations all across Canada...
October 9, 2024
R8dius Set to Widen the Circle of Opportunities in Professional Services with Indigenous Majority-Owned Business Model
NationTalk: TORONTO – R8dius, an Indigenous professional services, technology implementation and managed services business, launches today. R8dius’ founding investor and partner is Kitsaki Management, one of Canada’s leading First Nation economic development corporations and the economic development arm of Lac La Ronge Indian Band in Saskatchewan. “R8dius represents a groundbreaking initiative that builds on our history...
September 26, 2024
Cree hold ‘eye-opening’ discussions on how development happens in northern Quebec
Leaders meet with Cree traditional hunters and trappers last week to talk development CBC Indigenous: How development happens in Cree communities and who benefits was front and centre at a recent meeting between Cree leaders and many hunters, trappers and land users from the inland communities in northern Quebec. Close to 300 hunters and tallymen, as...
September 23, 2024
EV battery recycling venture to connect northern Ontario plant with southwestern Ontario First Nation
Aki Battery Recycling will shred old EV batteries so the metals can be reused CBC Indigenous: Electra Battery Materials, which has a plant in the northern Ontario city of Temiskaming Shores, has signed an agreement with Indigenous-owned Three Fires Group to recycle electric vehicle (EV) batteries. They have created a joint-venture called Aki Battery Recycling,...
July 22, 2024
Flying Nickel Mining Corp. Signs Letter of Intent to Sell Minago Assets to Norway House Cree Nation
NationTalk: VANCOUVER, British Columbia – Flying Nickel Mining Corp. (TSX-V: FLYN; OTCQB: FLYNF) (“Flying Nickel”) and Norway House Cree Nation (“NHCN”) are pleased to announce that they have entered into a binding letter of intent dated July 21, 2024 (the “Agreement”) pursuant to which Flying Nickel proposes to sell its Minago Nickel project and its related...
July 19, 2024
Development industry pushed to build ties with Indigenous groups
The Globe and Mail: As it tackles the enormous task of building sufficient housing for a growing population, the Canadian development industry needs to recognize the power and potential of collaboration with Indigenous communities. “Forming innovative partnerships with Indigenous groups has the potential to drive short-term revenue while also supporting long-term self-determination for Indigenous communities,”...
June 25, 2024
Pembina, Haisla First Nation greenlight proposed LNG project
Proponents say project is expected to be in service in late 2028 The Canadian Press CBC News: The Canadian Press – Canada is set to have another liquefied natural gas export terminal after project proponents greenlit the majority Indigenous-owned $4-billion US Cedar LNG facility. Calgary-based pipeline company Pembina Pipeline Corp and the Haisla First Nation...
June 19, 2024
Hook, Line and Cannery: Decolonizing Seafood
How five First Nations on Vancouver Island are joining to redefine fishing industry success. A Tyee Q&A. WHY NUU-CHAH-NULTH SEAFOOD WORKS Who works: A three-person team manages Nuu-chah-nulth Seafood on behalf of five partner First Nations who reside on what’s currently called Vancouver Island. The company employs up to 130 people at its cannery in the...
June 11, 2024
Haisla members vote overwhelmingly in favour of supporting Cedar LNG
The Globe and Mail: Published June 10, 2024; Updated June 11 The Haisla Nation and Pembina Pipeline Corp. PPL-T +0.49% increase are closer to approving a US$3.4-billion plan to export liquefied natural gas from British Columbia after Haisla members voted overwhelmingly in favour of backing the energy project. Nearly 93 per cent of Haisla members who participated in...
June 7, 2024
Mi’kmaq First Nation to become majority owner of two shipyards in Nova Scotia
Bluenose II rests in a cradle at a shipyard in Lunenburg, N.S., on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. The Glooscap First Nation says it has reached an agreement in principle to acquire a majority stake in the B. Boutilier Group of Companies, which currently own the historic Lunenburg Shipyard and the nearby East River Shipyard. Photo:...
May 14, 2024
‘There are some brilliant people here’: First Nations Economic Forum a first in Canada
First Nations business leaders gathered in Winnipeg this week to discuss economic transformation. APTN News: Delegates at the First Nations Economic Forum eagerly shared their ideas for economic transformation on a life-sized vision board at the opening of the conference. Financial literacy, nation-to-nation trade and Indigenous-led policy reform were among the diverse suggestions. Over two...
April 30, 2024
Regional Inuit associations lay out priorities at mining symposium
From left, QIA President Olayuk Akesuk, NTI vice-president Paul Irngaut; Kivalliq Inuit Association chief operating officer Gabe Karlik and panel moderator Dennis Patterson at the 2024 Nunavut Mining Symposium. Photo courtesy of Michel Albert/Nunavut Mining Symposium Society. APTN News: The Canadian Press -The effects of devolution on labour relations and the economic impacts of resource...
April 30, 2024
First Nations hope TMX opening will bring prosperity
Canada’s National Observer: Workers stop for lunch at the arena, one of many amenities and infrastructure projects the community of 700 has been able to finance through relationship with industry, in Fort McKay, Alta., on Apr. 25, 2024. File photo by The Canadian Press/Amber Bracken Listen to article Some Indigenous communities in northern Alberta hope the Trans Mountain pipeline...
April 29, 2024
Indigenous electrification strategy released
Niilo Edwards, CEO of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition, and JP Gladu, founder and CEO of Mokwateh. Windspeaker.com: Details about the National Indigenous Electrification Strategy were unveiled at the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) conference in Toronto April 23. There are two main goals in the “Strategy to Accelerate Indigenous Ownership of Net...
April 9, 2024
Pursuing mining initiatives in Indigenous communities requires balance
NationTalk: Penticton Herald, Windspeaker.com, The Canadian Press – Darrell Beaulieu believes it’s a balancing act for Indigenous communities to prosper in the mining industry. Beaulieu is the president and CEO of Denendeh Investments Incorporated, an Indigenous- owned corporation representing the 27 First Nations in the Northwest Territories. He’s also president of the Denendeh Mining and...
April 1, 2024
Indigenous Led Projects Forum (ILPF) Opens in Toronto with Keynote Address by Hon. Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario
NationTalk: TORONTO, April 1, 2024 – The Indigenous Led Projects Forum (ILPF) opens in Toronto on April 2, bringing together change-making Indigenous, Industry and Government leaders to discuss the most complex opportunities and challenges facing Indigenous proponents. Ontario Premier, Hon. Doug Ford, is delivering the morning’s keynote address. The award-winning documentary, Bridges to the North...
March 8, 2024
Global Indigenous Technology House Debuts at SXSW, Pioneering Indigenous Innovation and Inclusion
NationTalk: Austin, Texas – The inaugural Global Indigenous Technology House is set to make a groundbreaking opening at SXSW 2025, showcasing the intersection of technology, innovation, and Indigenous cultures from around the world to uplift Indigenous creative space. Hosted by the Global Centre of Indigenomics, in partnership with Move37XR, this unique initiative aims to create a...
March 4, 2024
First Nations Release Critical Minerals Strategy in British Columbia to Facilitate Net Zero by 2050
NationTalk: (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C.) – First Nations in B.C. have announced a proactive critical minerals strategy for their territories in British Columbia. The First Nations Critical Minerals Strategy was facilitated and prepared by the BC First Nations Energy and Mining Council and supported by the First Nations Leadership Council....
February 21, 2024
Opinion: Facilitate real reconciliation through Indigenous financial institutions
Indigenous communities need better financing entities. Here are two that could help and would eventually be self-sustaining NationTalk: A key obstacle to building economic prosperity in Canada’s Indigenous communities is lack of access to the financing needed to invest in public infrastructure, housing and economic development. Indigenous Services Canada and the Assembly of First Nations...
February 6, 2024
Sara Kopamees Interviews the First Nations Major Projects Coalition for Canadian Industry Magazine’s Annual Indigenous Business Edition
NationTalk: TORONTO – Interactive publishers Industry Media recently announced the release of the latest edition of Canadian Industry magazine, the annual Indigenous Business Edition, featuring: the First Nations Major Projects Coalition, National Aboriginal Trust Officers Association, Xatśūll Development Corporation, any many more organizations moving the needle on industry and Indigenous partnership in Canada. This special edition...
January 29, 2024
Move beyond checking boxes when it comes to reconciliation
“It’s a critically profound and interesting and well-written document. And companies are increasingly looking at it in much deeper ways and trying to understand the implications on their own strategies.” — Craig Hall, VP, Indigenous Works, about the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Kelly Lendsay, president and CEO of Indigenous Works NationTalk:...
January 18, 2024
Flipping Indigenous regional development in Newfoundland upside-down: lessons from Australia
Newfoundland and Tasmania, Australia, have been described as ‘mirror islands’ with striking linkages. Site of one of the field excursions during the authors’ 12-day exchange to Tasmania, Australia. (Author Provided, Brady Reid), Author provided First Peoples Law Report: The Conversation – In an era of “global boiling” the Canadian government has set ambitious targets to transition towards a net-zero future with...
January 17, 2024
Indigenous leaders applaud Oil and Gas Industry collaboration at IRC Reconcili-Action Conference
NationTalk: BOE Report – As a polar vortex began its descent into BC & Western Canada late last week bringing record low temperatures, the Indian Resource Council (IRC) was trying to warm things up on Bay Street in Toronto with a conference proposing major project collaboration and investment for true reconciliation and action with Indigenous peoples. The...
January 10, 2024
First Nations, Métis settlements join forces for deal backed by Indigenous Opportunities Corporation
“To be able to support two deals in this sector is very, very important.” — Chana Martineau, CEO for the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation Chana Martineau: CEO for Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation Windspeaker.com: The Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) has expanded its reach into northern Alberta with oil and gas infrastructure assets. The newly-formed Wapiscanis...
November 27, 2023
Panel on capitalization of the Indigenous economy encourages taking time to get it right
“Our shareholders are our people. And so, we don’t always get the opportunity to take an investment opportunity and multiply that back into the market, because we need to take care of the needs of today for our shareholders and our people.” — Justin Bourque, president of Athabasca Indigenous Investments From left to right: Justin...
November 27, 2023
First Nation leader provides Mi’kmaw worldview of economic reconciliation
“We are not only revitalizing our own community but also offering a model of development that is holistic, just, and deeply respectful of the intricate web of life.” — Rose Paul, CEO of Bayside Development Corporation Rose Paul, CEO of Bayside Development Corporation of the of Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation. Windspeaker.com: Rose Paul has earned her...
November 25, 2023
Indigenous economy surging toward $100B, Indigenous leaders say
‘Indigenomics’ event held to bring companies and governments into wave of growth CBC News: Entrepreneur Rob Tebb can see his company becoming bigger — a lot bigger. “The opportunity is there to just grow this business to four or five times the size that it is,” he said. Tebb, who is Métis, owns Regina-based Xtended...
November 17, 2023
Indigenous-led organizations in Canada, Australia sign MOU
Economic-development organizations commit to greater collaboration NationTalk: GATINEAU, QUEBEC – The Indigenous Peoples in Australia and Canada share a similar history marked by the dispossession of their lands and waters, the denial of their rights, systematic exclusion from the economy and from opportunities for wealth creation. This exclusion and marginalization of Indigenous Peoples from economic...
November 9, 2023
First Nations-led renewable energy organization is a historic move for BC
NationTalk: The Georgia Straight – Smalyax K’uul means “coming together as one”—and that is exactly what First Nation leaders in BC’s northwest are doing. We have come together to form K’uul Power: a First Nations-led organization that will pursue the development and operation of renewable energy transmission and generation projects in northwestern British Columbia. As the Chief of...
October 25, 2023
McLeod Lake Indian Band signs with province, regulatory agency to lead $7B clean energy project
Agreement sets up framework to create low carbon energy through Indigenous owned, operated projects CBC Indigenous: The Canadian Press – The McLeod Lake Indian Band in northern British Columbia has signed an agreement in partnership with the province to work on what Premier David Eby calls an “elegant” proposal for a clean energy hub on band territory north...
October 24, 2023
Anishinabek Nation kicks-off inaugural Anishinabek Nation Economic Development Opportunities Forum
NationTalk: SAULT STE. MARIE, ONTARIO – The Anishinabek Nation is excited to kick-off its inaugural annual Economic Development Opportunities Forum now underway from October 24 to 26, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. “Economic sovereignty has never been more important for our communities than presently,” states Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Reg Niganobe. “With a shifting...
September 24, 2023
Soar program aims to lift Indigenous entrepreneurs to new heights
New business accelerator plans to guide 5 successful indigenous companies to become big-name brands CBC News: The co-founder of a new accelerator for Indigenous entrepreneurs said successful First Nations business owners kept telling her they wanted to grow but felt stuck on a plateau. “There was this gap that once you cross the million dollar mark,...
September 11, 2023
4 northern Ontario First Nations form coalition to bid on new power line
The power line will connect the Wawa and Porcupine transformer stations in northeastern Ontario CBC News: Four northern Ontario First Nations have formed a coalition to bid on a power line project that would pass through their traditional territories. Taykwa Tagamou Nation, Michipicoten First Nation, Chapleau Cree First Nation and Missanabie Cree First Nation have...
August 22, 2023
Alberta First Nations tribe spins hay into gold
Kainai Forage sets a new record with a 40,000 tonne first cut and it has no plans of stopping there Kainai-Blood Chief Roy Fox (Blackfoot name Makiinima) stands in front of a painting of Stamikso’sak, a Blood Tribe war chief from the early 1800s. Photo:Supplied NationTalk: Alberta Farmer Express – Four years ago, Kainai Forage set...
August 11, 2023
First Nations-led infrastructure project worth billions looks to benefit Treaty 5 and beyond
Proposed Wáwátéwák Corridor would run east-west between northern Manitoba to northern Alberta CBC News: A First Nations owned and operated coalition is working to assert the sovereignty of Indigenous People with plans for a new multibillion-dollar inter-provincial infrastructure project. Called the Wáwátéwák Corridor (Wáwátéwák is for Cree for northern lights), the project is meant to brighten the futures...
July 11, 2023
BCAFN Releases Report Highlighting First Nations Vital and Significant Economic Contributions
NationTalk: (Lheidli T’enneh Territory, Prince George, BC) — The BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) has released their report: Economic Contributions of BC First Nations. This important report is part of the broader work BCAFN has been doing regarding First Nations economic development including the creation of the Black Books: First Nations Guide to Economic...
July 9, 2023
Indigenous leaders strive for economic growth as they tout B.C. LNG
The Globe and Mail: Three Indigenous leaders will be promoting plans to export liquefied natural gas from British Columbia, striving for economic growth as they work to address climate concerns when building new energy projects. Karen Ogen, chief executive officer of the First Nations LNG Alliance, will appear at a Monday morning event before an...
July 2, 2023
Indigenous tourism — which offers sustainability and cultural connection — is booming in Canada
After bouncing back from pandemic lows, revenues are expected to triple by 2030 if demand continues CBC News · Posted: Jun 27, 2023 4:00 AM EDT | Last Updated: July 2 CBC News: On a sunny afternoon, a group of cyclists tours through Banff National Park, stopping midway to hike through the park’s Sundance Canyon. When they...
June 26, 2023
Electra Announces Commitment for Strategic Investment from First Nation-Owned Three Fires Group
NationTalk: Toronto, Ontario – Electra Battery Materials Corporation (NASDAQ: ELBM; TSX-V: ELBM) (“Electra” or the “Company”) announces that it has received a commitment for a strategic investment from the Three Fires Group Inc. (“Three Fires”) in support of advancing the Company’s battery materials park north of Toronto and accelerating its battery recycling strategy in North...
June 16, 2023
Massive Vancouver land development unveiled for Jericho area
The Globe and Mail: Vancouver’s Indigenous nations had already pitched an ambitious plan for a massive new development on the city’s west side two years ago that would double the current population there. Now, a revised plan being released Friday by the consortium of Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh nations has increased the amount of housing dramatically, with...
April 25, 2023
First Nations and US Tribes gather for a continental discussion about Indigenous values in deal-making
Over 1500 delegates from Indigenous nations, industry and government gather in Vancouver to showcase leading successful Indigenous-industry deals from around the world NationTalk: COAST SALISH TERRITORY — The Canadian-based First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) is hosting over 1500 delegates representing Indigenous nations, industry, and government at the Westin Bayshore hotel April 24th & 25th...
March 15, 2023
First-of-its-kind Arctic tech forum brings Inuit together in Iqaluit
Qikiqtaaluk Business Development Corporation hopes to make forum a regular event CBC News: Inuit from across Inuit Nunangat are gathered in Iqaluit this week for a North-focused forum on technology. The event is the first of its kind to be held in Iqaluit. The Inuit Technology Forum started Tuesday at the Aqsarniit Hotel and is expected to wrap...
January 26, 2023
Tahltan Nation and Nisg̱a’a Nation Announce New Partnership That Will Maximize Economic Benefits at The Seabridge KSM Project
NationTalk: Announced today, Tahltan Nation and Nisg̱a’a Nation (the “Nations”) have joined together in a new partnership. This partnership brings new life to a historic and centuries-old Peace Treaty, through the Treaty Creek Limited Partnership. The new partnership will optimize their participation at the Seabridge KSM project, further establishing the Nations as industry leaders in...
January 18, 2023
Chief Crystal Smith: First Nations want an energy future, not eco-colonialism
Industry and to some extent government, have learned to work with First Nations to establish genuine economic reconciliation opportunities, particularly in the energy sector. NationTalk: The Mirror – Premier David Eby should not be persuaded by a recent activists’ ultimatum calling on him to place rejection of liquefied natural gas projects at “top-of-mind” to meet...
November 24, 2022
Launch of RoadMap – a pathway toward economic reconciliation
NationTalk: OTTAWA – The First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB) will launch a practical and optional framework to advance Indigenous economic reconciliation on Nov. 29 in Ottawa. RoadMap offers realistic and implementable options to empower First Nations governments to move past the failed one-size-fits-all approach. The RoadMap Project supports the implementation of the United Nations Declaration...
November 10, 2022
AFOA Canada launches new certification program aimed at closing the infrastructure gap facing Indigenous communities
New program will be created in collaboration with TD Bank Group and the Canada Infrastructure Bank NationTalk: OTTAWA, ON – AFOA Canada has collaborated with the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and TD Bank Group (TD) to develop a project financing certification program that will strengthen Indigenous peoples and communities abilities to structure and manage large...
May 17, 2022
AFOA Canada partnership with Harvard Business School
Leading People and Investing to Build Sustainable Communities program More Indigenous professionals from across Canada have attended Harvard University through a unique partnership between AFOA Canada and the Harvard Business School (HBS). From May 9-13, 2022 AFOA Canada members together with participants from the United States, Australia and New Zealand achieved an Executive Education Program Certificate....
November 9, 2020
Mi’kmaq First Nations Coalition purchse of Clearwater Seafoods
First Nations Finance Authority – Provided a $250M loan to the Mi’kmaq First Nations Coalition comprised of communities from across Nova Scotia and Newfoundland: Membertou Waycobah Potlotek Paqtnkek Pictou Landing Sipekne’katik, and Miawpukek. The loan was to purchase the Canadian off-shore fishing licences from Clearwater Seafoods resulting in a 50% equity share in Clearwater. Under...
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