Conference
Conference Speakers
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Presentation Topics |
Louis Riel Capital Corporation | “The Boredom of Success - Understanding Partnerships†The seminar will discuss how any entity can prime themselves for choice partnerships. It will cover examples of successful and unsuccessful partnerships and how to stay away from the latter. The presentation illustrates how to better position ones’ self to work with partners; going into the tangent of the “boredom of successâ€. It then turns to how to make yourself more attractive for partners. The presentation uses interactive elements in order to address the needs of the participants and has proven to make them leaving as they have experienced a worthwhile presentation by invoking a new dimensional thought process, and tie those new found thought processes into actions. |
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Mary McNeill - Statistics Canada | “Using Statistics Canada Data for Market Analysis†Statistics Canada has a wide variety of information, which can be used for business and economic planning. This workshop will focus on the many free business data and products that are readily available from the Statistics Canada web site. Learn how you can access statistical information to develop your business plan, better understand your market, analyze the labour force, understand your competitors, and compare your business to industry averages. |
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“2010 Business Opportunities Workshop†To inform, educate and connect businesses to 2010 related opportunities. This workshop will introduce the policy, program and procedures of responding to these opportunities. |
Lea Nicholas-MacKenzie & Tewanee Joseph - Four Host First Nations Gary Youngman & Hilary Dunn - Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games |
“Opportunities & Legacies: Involvement of Indigenous Peoples in the 2010 Winter Games†> Download Presentaion (956KB PDF) Four Host First Nations Society >Download Presentation (3.9MB PDF) The 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games are being held within the shared traditional territories of the Four Host First Nations (FHFN) – The Lil’wat, the Musqueam, the Squamish and the Tsleil-Waututh. As hosts and full partners in the Games, the FHFN are working with VANOC (Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Parlympic Winter Games) and other partners to achieve “unprecedented Aboriginal participation†in the 2010 Winter Games. The workshop will provide information on key economic, cultural and sport related activities and opportunities, including the 2010 Aboriginal Trade Pavilion, Program of Excellence in Employment and Training; Branding and Authentication of Products and Services; the FHFN web site; Aboriginal Recruitment and Procurement and other initiatives. |
Tracee Smith & Jack Jamieson - T.E. Investment Counsel Inc. | "Planning Today for Tomorrow’s Future†Are you taking charge of your financial future? Are you aware of the risks and how to effectively manage them? Participants will learn the importance of determining their financial objectives, how to implement risk reduction strategies through portfolio structure, how to identify the “most appropriate†investment managers, as well as the necessary tools needed for ongoing oversight. In addition, there will be discussions surrounding the roles and responsibilities of trust and financial boards. T.E. Investment Counsel has roots going back 35 years providing customized investment solutions and objective advice relative to clients’ overall goals. |
Vaughn Sunday - Mohawk Council of Akwesasne | “Market Based Housing: Sales on Reserve†>Download Presentation (504KB PDF) The presentation will talk about the partnership between the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne Housing Department and the Department of Economic Development; and will focus on the Akwesasne subdivision that will include 8 market-based houses and 11 CMHC houses built through Akwesasne Housing Department. A cost of infrastructure is $700,000; and the houses will be sold at about $150,000 each. Currently, houses are under construction, but will be available for sale early next year. |
Jody Hamilton - Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC) |
“Indigenous Employment and Economic Development in Canada and Australia†>Download Presentation (408KB PDF) This presentation will look at Indigenous employment and economic development, highlighting key initiatives currently being implemented in Australia through a whole of government framework. In particular, it will focus on work being undertaken to increase Indigenous employment through key industry strategies and changes to Indigenous employment services in Australia. In addition, it will outline the work being undertaken through the Aboriginal skills and Employment Partnership initiative in Canada, which is supporting Aboriginal people to move into employment in key industry sectors. |
Sheldon Tetreault & Edward Allen - National Centre for First Nations Governance |
“Aboriginal Title & the Inherent Right of Self-Governance – The Basis for a Sustainable Economy†A solid governing institution that is cultural and capable is the foundation necessary for the establishment of self-determined, sustainable, economic and community development. Without it, there can be no real decision-making and productivity. In the 21st Century, First Nations have begun to understand the key governance challenges, develop effective models, and find effective solutions for the future. A panel of experts from across Canada will discuss their experiences on the importance of governance and its success in enhancing economic development within their communities. |
Bill Vass - CFDC of Central Interior First Nations | “The Mountain Pine Beetle in BC ‘Coming Soon’ to a Community Near You!†Presenters will: • Introduce the Mountain Pine Beetle (MPB) epidemic in BC; where it started, how it spreads, contributing factors, government policies supporting the epidemic and the forecast impact on the pine tree population. • Identify how the federal & provincial governments responded to the MPB epidemic and how First Nations Leadership supported FN involvement. • Explain the evolution of the First Nations Forestry Council and the negotiations for a share of funding to address First Nations interest and values impacted by the MPB epidemic. • Review Phase I – First Nations MPB Impact Assessment Final Report. • Review Strategy development by FNFC and support for Phase II – Response to FN MPB Impact Assessment program. • Overview of FNFC Strategies and partnerships with complimentary agency program development and research activities. • Review of supports for strategies that assist First Nations to participate in economic activities related to the MPB salvage harvest and industry diversification activities. |
Hopeton A. Louden - TCS Solution Sets Inc. |
“Whose Community Economic Development? – Using Economic Multipliers in Evaluating Community Benefits of Business Enterprises†>Download Presentation (88KB PDF) In real estate the mantra is ‘Location, Location, Location’. The presentation will examine the impact of Community Economic Development enterprises that are within a First Nation community as opposed to an enterprise that, though owned by a Nation is outside of the geographic community. The findings from the research that examined the economic impact of the Stoney Nation on the adjoining Town of Cochrane, Alberta will be reported. The multiple bottom line impact of the location of an enterprise when considering community economic development will be highlighted. In terms of the “7th Generation Economiesâ€, we will examine ‘community of interest’ and ‘geographic community’, ‘ownership of an asset’ versus ‘community development’ in the discussion of the benefits of an economic development enterprise. |
Leslie Lounsbury - Say Magazine |
The Economic Development Opportunities offered by Aboriginal Youth What every economic developer needs to know about today’s Aboriginal youth or How the heck do we get Aboriginal youth involved in economic development • Who am I to tell you anything and why I might have something of interest to tell you. • Who are Aboriginal youth - as in - do you really know what you’re talking about? A description and some info. • Some statistics on Aboriginal demographics - beyond the usual. • Dispelling the myths. • How to reach ‘em and how to keep ‘em. • Questions. |
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Marie Baptiste & Nicole Chaland - Canadian Community Economic Development Network | “Community Economic Development (CED) and the Social Economy in Canada†The Canadian Community Economic Development Network (CCEDNet) defines CED as “action by people locally to create economic opportunities and improve social conditions on a sustainable and inclusive basis.†The Network is a national association of CED organizations from across Canada that is involved in action research on CED practices and policy issues, including youth leadership, social enterprise development, and poverty reduction. This workshop will engage participants in comparing their own experiences in CED with the practices of some CED initiatives that demonstrate integrated approaches to strengthening cultural, social, economic and environmental conditions in communities. A mixture of presentations and participatory small group sessions will be involved. The workshop will also share some results from the National Social Economy Research Program (funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council) that CCEDNet directs with partners in universities across Canada. |
Armand Barbeau, TAED - Manitoba Aboriginal and Northern Affairs | “Co-op as a Community Economic Development Model†There are many challenges with operating a small business in small communities; however, rural, northern and Aboriginal communities need access to quality services and products too. This workshop will examine how cooperatives may be a solution to address challenges such as: community support, ownership and decision-making. The session will review how cooperatives offer their members an opportunity to develop organizational skills, better understanding of business concepts and development of leadership qualities. We will cover the nine steps of cooperative development and share with participants the progress made in the development of a retail cooperative tool kit. The workshop is based on the development of a small retail cooperative in Seymourville, Manitoba. |
Rod lgnace - Skeetchestn Indian Band | “Skeetchestn Housing Management Model†Skeetchestn Indian Band membership has developed numerous policies and bylaws which helps Chief and Council, and the management team have sound control over our financial situation. The Financial Bylaw is the backbone of our first nation, which dictates how we manage our finances, and along with our Housing Management Plan and Rental Tenancy Agreements, we have produced a very unique housing department. We have 48 housing units built under the C.M.H.C. Section 95 housing program with zero arrears, which helps us to be able to continue to maintain and have insurance on these homes. Having a self sufficient housing department means we are not robbing Peter to pay Paul, and can move forward and maximize other funding like Education, or Youth and Elders programs, and have money to research and strategize a strong Economic Development plan. As within most organizations, from time to time, stakeholders drift towards centering thoughts and priorities on immediate tasks, and to some degree, the larger corporate vision becomes dim. |
Mike Anderson - Skeetchestn Indian Band | “Innovative Housing with Blue Mountain Pine - Engineered Round Houses†|
Rocky (Elpidio) Domingo - P.Eng, Public Works and Government Services Region |
“How to Sell Goods and Services to the Federal Government†>Download Presentation (319KB PDF) This workshop represents an excellent opportunity for Aboriginal entrepreneurs to share their experiences and learn how they can register their businesses on-line to become part of a vender rotation process for federal contracts. Many opportunities currently exist in BC for smaller businesses. Recently, more than half of all Public Works Canada contracts awarded in BC went to businesses with less than 50 employees, and 15 per cent went to businesses with less than four employees. The Government of Canada understands the value of small business, and it established the Office for Small and Medium Enterprise to help identify and remove barriers so businesses of all sizes and in all geographical locations have equal access to government contracts. Public Works Canada has already simplified the acquisition process for consulting contracts worth up to $84,000 in value and construction contracts worth up to $100,000. If you want to know more about potential opportunities or have a story to tell about your experiences with the federal procurement system, you won’t want to miss this workshop. If will give you a chance to improve your own business opportunities and to help the Government of Canada make its procurement process more accessible. |
Dr. John Curry & Dr. Han Donker - University of Northern British Columbia | “Corporate Governance Structures of Business Development Corporations in Aboriginal Communities†This study examines the development of corporate governance structures of development corporations in First Nations communities in British Columbia. We advance the concept of a close relationship between local community and corporate. We argue that business success and economic development of First Nation communities rely on an independent decision-making process within business development corporations and recommend checks and balances within the corporate governance structure of development corporations. Finally, we explore an alternative business model in the Mondragon region of Spain and discuss strengths and weaknesses within the context of First Nation business development. |
August Shirt - Peace Hills Trust | “Wealth Creation in First Nation Communities†>Download Presentation (644KB PDF) |
Mil Juricic - Valley Institute of Technology | “CANDO Certification Explained†|
Terry Coyes & Gerald Cunningham - Métis Settlements General Council | Metis Economic Development in Alberta >Download Presentation (80KB PDF) Metis Settlements General Council >Download Presentation (4.1MB PDF) A summary of the history of establishment the Métis Settlements of Alberta, including the key agreements signed with the Government of Alberta, that have created the only Métis land base in Canada, will be presented. The demographic profile of the Settlements, creating the basis for economic development activities, will be discussed, along with the results of a leakage study identifying the significant differences between the Métis Settlements and other similar non-Aboriginal communities. Current economic initiatives, undertaken both by Settlement communities as a whole and by individual Métis entrepreneurs in Alberta, will be presented. Updates on the development and implementation process for future economic diversification and sustainability, as well as capacity building techniques for EDOs, will be shared. |
Fred Gloade - Indian Residential Schools Resolution Canada | “Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement and its Impacts†>Download English Presentation (192KB PDF) >Download French Presentation (196KB PDF) Mr. Gloade will begin with an overview of the Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement. Discussion will then turn to the potential impacts that the various aspects of the Settlement Agreement will have on survivors, their families and their communities. Particular attention will be paid to the potential for economic and development benefits. Having presented this information, Mr. Gloade will then ask the CANDO members to work in groups to discuss what they predict to be the most likely impacts on the people whom they serve and what they see as their roles in helping IRS survivors to use their money as they wish. Groups will be asked to report back, with discussion to follow. |
Joseph Elu - Indigenous Business Australia | Keynote Speaker |
Doreen Saulis - Atlantic Policy Congress of First Nation Chiefs | Keynote Speaker The Atlantic Aboriginal Economic Development Integrated Research Program >Download Presentation (180KB PDF) |
John s. McKennirey - ADM, Aboriginal Economic Development | Presentation Outline coming soon. |
| Panel Speakers | Making a Difference Presentations |
Dr. Bruno Bond - Natural Resources Canada | “Mining Trends and Economic Opportunities for Aboriginal Communities†Canada’s exploration and mining sector presents a window of opportunity for Aboriginal communities and economic growth. Increases in commodity prices and record levels of exploration activity can help build self-reliant and sustainable Aboriginal communities by providing employment and training, transferable skills, business opportunities, improvements in community infrastructure and social fabric. The presentation will highlight current mining trends and upcoming mining-related opportunities for Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal-industry leading practices and the potential economic benefits of Aboriginal participation in mining. It will also highlight the contribution of NRCan’s Mineral and Metals Sector in helping communities to have better knowledge of the mining industry for informed decision-making. |
Michael Bragg - Tolko Industries | Presentation Outline coming soon. |
Richard Blanchet - Innergex Management Inc. Byron LeClair - Pic River First Nation | “Strategic Partnerships in the Development of Green Power Projects†>Download Presentation (2.8MB PDF) Innergex, a Canadian private renewable energy company, has entered into strategic partnerships with the Kanaka Bar Band for the development of the 50 MW Kwoiek Creek Hydroelectric Project south of Lytton, BC, and the Ojibways of the Pic River First Nation for the development of the 25 MW Umbata Falls Hydroelectric Project east of Marathon, ON. The Partnerships are unique in terms of the history and ownership of projects: both projects were initiated by the Aboriginal communities in the early 1990’s, and following years of unsuccessful efforts to develop the projects, both communities will be equal partners in the ownership of the projects with the rights to acquire 100% ownership after a specified period of time. The Kwoiek Creek project successfully obtained an Energy Purchase Agreement (EPA) from BC Hydro in 2006 and is currently in the pre-construction development state, while the Umbata Falls project successfully received a Renewable Energy Contract (REC) from the Ontario Power Authority in 2004 and is currently almost 50% constructed. The presentation will focus on the initiative and perseverance of each Aboriginal community in the successful development of this type of project, and Innergex’s approach in recognizing and rewarding each community for the value of their efforts. |