Economic Development to Open Forum
Next date: March 13, 2023
This monthly Open Forum will be an opportunity for Economic Development Officers and others working in Indigenous economic development to discuss current projects, current events, and successes/ challenges.
The Open Forum will be framed around questions developed ahead of time to be discussed in breakout rooms. This will be a great opportunity to network with fellow EDO’s and those interested in Indigenous economic development from across Canada in a virtual way.
Cando will be supporting local Entrepreneurs/Artisans for prizes for participants
The Economic Development Open Forum return April 17, 2023.
Next Economic Development Open Forum
Date: April 17th at 12:00pm MT
Date: April 17th at 12:00 pm MT
(11:00am PT - 1:00pm CT - 2:00pm ET - 3:00pm AT)
Economic Development Open Forum April 17th, 2023; 12:00 pm (MT)
Agenda:
Introductions: MC - Shawna Morning-Bull (5 minutes)
TAED/PAED Presentation: Geraldine Potts, Certification Coordinator, Western Region (10 minutes)
Guest Speaker: Michelle Francis-Denny (40 minutes)
Q&A and Closing Remarks (5 minutes)
Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdOGhrz0pGNx1h5Pjw_FlBQUvVkmtg_vK
Michelle Francis-Denny is a proud member of Pictou Landing First Nation, a small Mi’kmaw community in Nova Scotia. She considers herself a lifelong learner with a passion for Indigenous rights and environmental justice. She most recently completed her MBA in Indigenous Business Leadership with Simon Fraser University, in British Columbia and has renewed her technician level certification with CANDO. Michelle worked closely with the Province of Nova Scotia, leaders and community members of PLFN for 5 years in her as former role as the Community Liaison Manager for the Boat Harbour Remediation Project. Michelle is passionate about supporting Indigenous communities through inclusive and responsible business relationships and is currently working in the capacity of Indigenous relations in Atlantic Canada for Bird Construction.
Previous Open Forums
March 13, 2023
Date: March 13th at 12:00 pm MT
(11:00am PT - 1:00pm CT - 2:00pm ET - 3:00pm AT)
Agenda:
Introduction: (5-10 minutes)
Breakout rooms: (30 minutes)
Facilitated discussion in assigned groups:
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Introduce yourself, Community you are from or working with
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What new opportunities are arising in economic or business development within your community/organization?
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What are some challenges/obstacles in your role, and what are ways you can use more support?
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What do you wish for your community to achieve long term? Is there an economic development goal you have?
General Discussion and Closing Remarks (20 minutes)
July 11, 2022
Economic Development Open Forum
Cando's Economic Developer of the Year Award recipients/finalists share their stories
Description:
In 1995 the Cando Economic Developer of the Year Award was created to recognize and promote recent or long-standing Indigenous economic development initiatives throughout Canada. All winners past and present share a common desire to bring their communities forward as each pursues a vision of sustainable economic self-sufficiency. Although the path of economic development may vary from one Indigenous community to another, the goal is always the same. That goal is to improve the wealth, prosperity and quality of life for Indigenous people. It is important for Indigenous Economic developers to get the recognition that they deserve for their commitment and dedication to increase the standards of living and prosperity in Indigenous communities. This is what motivates Cando to coordinate and host the prestigious annual Indigenous Economic Developer of the Year Awards that recognize the outstanding achievements of nominees from across the country in three separate award categories which include: Community, Individual Economic Development Officer and Indigenous Private Sector Business. Two finalists in each of the categories are selected to present to an audience during a special plenary at the Cando Annual National Conference. After all finalists are given an equal opportunity to present, the conference delegates vote via secret ballot for the finalist who they believe is most deserving of the top award in each category.
We invite you all to hear about this year's Cando Award Recipient's Stories and what this Award means to them.
Speakers:
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| Albert Derocher Flying Dust First Nation, Saskatchewan |
David Kobliski Nelson House Development Corp., Manitoba |
Les Walker Walker Homes Construction, Yukon |
June 13, 2022
Economic Development Open Forum
How Leadership or CEO's build the team for successful business ventures
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Description: Please join us as we invite Thomas Benjoe, President/CEO - FHQ Developments to speak on How Leadership or CEO's Build the Team for Successful Business Ventures and what it takes to build a strong organization to a productive and profitable business. |
Agenda:
MC – Shawna Morning-Bull
Welcoming Remarks
Ice Breaker
Guest Speaker – Thomas Benjoe, President/CEO - FHQ Developments
Q&A/Open Discussion
Closing Remarks
Cost to attend:
FREE to Cando Members and non-Members
April 25, 2022
Engaging Together Virtually: Hybrid and Remote Conferencing
Guest Speaker: Justin Chrones
Justin Chrones has worked in the training, public speaking, and community organization fields for almost a decade. He has now been working with Carden Consulting with a focus on strengthening leadership, good governance/self-government, organizational development, community development, and research projects.
April 25; 12:00 pm (MT), 2:00 pm (ET)
Introductions - Cando Board Director – Trevor Cootes
Guest Speaker - Justin Chrones
Open Discussion/Q & A
FREE to Cando Members and non-Members
March 14, 2022
Supporting Economic Development through Entrepreneurship with Guest Speaker Jacob Sinclair
Guest Speaker: Jacob Sinclair
Introductions - Cando Board Director – Shawna Morning Bull
Guest Speaker - Jacob Sinclair, George Gordon First Nation
Open Discussion/Q & A
Jacob Sinclair bio:
June 14, 2021
This monthly Open Forum will be an opportunity for Economic Development Officers and others working in Indigenous economic development to discuss current projects, current events, and successes/ challenges.
The Open Forum will be framed around questions developed ahead of time to be discussed in breakout rooms. This will be a great opportunity to network with fellow EDO’s and those interested in Indigenous economic development from across Canada in a virtual way.
Cando will be supporting local Entrepreneurs/Artisans for prizes for participants
Introduction (5 minutes) - Cando President: Stanley Barnaby
Breakout Rooms: (40 minutes):
Facilitated discussion in assigned groups:
- Introduce yourself, the community you are from or working with and your role.
- Icebreaker: What is one takeaway you can name from your past weekend?
- What Economic Development opportunities has your community been working on, or you would like to see develop on your community?
- What have you learned while adapting Virtually? i.e., Zoom, working from home, etc.
May 10, 2021
This monthly Open Forum will be an opportunity for Economic Development Officers and others working in Indigenous economic development to discuss current projects, current events, and successes/ challenges.
The Open Forum will be framed around questions developed ahead of time to be discussed in breakout rooms. This will be a great opportunity to network with fellow EDO’s and those interested in Indigenous economic development from across Canada in a virtual way.
Cando will be supporting local Entrepreneurs/Artisans for prizes for participants
Open Forum Host/MC: Trevor Cootes, Director Southern British Columbia
Trevor Cootes was born and raised in Port Alberni. I am Huuayaht First Nations , My house is Apwinisathh, I descend from the Dennis family and the Williams family. My mom is Patricia Dennis maiden name Dennis and my father is late Levi Cootes.
Trevor Cootes is serving his 2nd 4-yearr term as an Elected Member of the Executive Council for the Huuayaht First Nation. Trevor has held the Economic Development portfolio for the past 6 years; he is a Chair of the Economics Development Com-mittee and Chair of the HFND Development Corporation Board that oversees 7 Limited Partnerships owned by HFN. He holds the Portfolio of CMB Cooperative Management Board that manages the side agreement between Huuayaht and Parks Canada Pacific Rim National Park. Trevor also holds the portfolio of External Affairs, managing relations with Provincial and Federal Agencies.
Trevor currently sits on a number of boards:
• NEDC Board Nuuchanlth Economic Development Corp - 6 years
• ITBC Board Indigenous Tourism BC - 4 years
• BCEDA BC Economic Development Association Board - 5 years
• VIEA Vancouver Island Economic Alliance - 4 years
Trevor has 18 years experience in the tourism industry, in various areas from accommodations, food & beverage, adventure guide, educator, cultural, campground, events coordinator, and retail.
Trevor attended Malaspina University/College (now VIU) and took Business Management and Hospitality Management. Tre-vor had an opportunity to further his skills in tourism by taking a pilot project created jointly with NTC and NIC (North Island College) , the Coast Adventure Tourism certificate trained Nuuchanulth members already in tourism to be outdoor guides, in fishing, kayaking, sailing, and boating.
Trevor has a keen interest in outdoor & sports and taking part in our Huuayaht cultural activities.
Workshop Title: Networking Event - Zoom and Kumospace.com
Workshop Description:
Networking is a valuable way to meet others in your target market, explore common goals and mutually beneficial business opportunities. Join the Cando team, your fellow Cando members and our guest, Loa Fridfinnson, Marketer and Trainer with Activ8, for an hour of online mingling and learn a new, fun way to meet others online.
Social distancing has temporarily halted all in-person events driving more participation in virtual gatherings. Online video conferencing applications such as Zoom, Skype and Google Meet offer business professionals a way to continue making new connections. With innovative sites popping up such as Kumospace.com that allow people to mimic meeting in real life with movement and different event spaces, we are excited to introduce a way to spice up your networking experience. Join us for an hour to meet some of your industry peers, explore business opportunities and have some fun in the process!
After you register, you will receive the Kumospace registration via email.
Presenter: Loa Fridfinnson, Marketer and Trainer with Activ8
Loa has 20+ years of entrepreneurial, marketing, technology and sales expertise through her marketing agency Activ8, consulting for emerging private and public companies (Indigenous and non), and not-for-profit organizations in Canada.
She also works with progressive Indigenous communities in B.C. passing along marketing, digital media and sales knowledge to Indigenous entrepreneurs who want to start and grow companies that they are passionate about.
Loa created a 15-course business training program that gives Indigenous adults and youth the professional and personal development tools and skills needed to succeed in today's digital economy. Many of her participants are operating thriving businesses who have been recognized for their achievements at B.C.’s Indigenous Business Awards in Vancouver. Read more about Loa on LinkedIn.
April 12, 2021 - Open Forum
This monthly Open Forum will be an opportunity for Economic Development Officers and others working in Indigenous economic development to discuss current projects, current events, and successes/ challenges.
The Open Forum will be framed around questions developed ahead of time to be discussed in breakout rooms. This will be a great opportunity to network with fellow EDO’s and those interested in Indigenous economic development from across Canada in a virtual way.
Host/MC: Shawna Morning bull
Shawna Morning Bull
Shawna Morning Bull is a member of the Piikani First Nation located in Southern Alberta. Shawna is presently employed as the Manager Business Development at Community Futures Treaty Seven (CFT7) in Calgary, Alberta. In this capacity she is responsible for the overall direction, evaluation, and operations of the various development initiatives which the Community Futures Treaty Seven is currently involved in or wishes to pursue.
Shawna has been employed by Community Futures Treaty Seven for the past 9 years. Prior, she was a Business Loans Manager with Alberta Indian Investment Corporation and a Business Support Officer with Indian Business Corporation, but her career in business began with Peace Hills Trust in 1997. She is a graduate of Lethbridge College with Business Management and Criminal Justice. Presently, she is the Secretary for Piikani Resource Development Limited Board of Directors, an entity operating on the Piikani Nation to develop, design and implement projects, programs and services for the benefit of her First Nation economy. In 2015, Shawna joined the Calgary Chamber of Commerce Indigenous Opportunities Sub-Committee.
Economic Development Open Forum - Meet the Cando Board of Directors
Introductions: Michelle Nieviadomy – MC (10 mins)
Interview with Board- Panel (25 mins)
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Bertram Mercer |
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Aubrey-Anne Laliberte-Pewapisconias
National Student Director |
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Ed Collins
Director
Ontario
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John Hazenberg
Director
Northwest Territories |
Breakout Session (25 mins)
Breakout Questions:
- How has your community/organization overcome challenges from the current pandemic? What opportunities did the Pandemic offer to your organization and affiliates?
- How have you adapted in order to bring community together, from youth to Elders?
- How have communities adapted to cultural protocol that we would normally have done at Conferences? Ex. smudging.
Closing Remarks (2 minutes)
Cando will be supporting local Entrepreneurs/Artisans for prizes for participants
March 8, 2021 - Open Forum
Community Economic Development Initiative (CEDI)
What is CEDI?
The First Nations –Municipal Community Economic Development Initiative (CEDI) aims to improve the economic prosperity of participating First Nations and adjacent municipalities through joint community economic development planning and initiatives. CEDI is a joint initiative of Cando andFederationofCanadianMunicipalities(FCM).Through the CEDI program, Cando and FCM work with partner communities, consisting of First Nations and adjacent municipalities and often, other regional partners. As well, CEDI works to share lessons learned and stories of success as part of a community of practice with those who are interested in joint First Nation –municipal community economic development.
Speaker: Marissa Lawrence - Senior Program Officer
Marissa has worked for Cando as the Senior Program Officer for the First Nation – Municipal Community Economic Development Initiative (CEDI) since July 2017. As the CEDI Senior Program Officer, Marissa works with First Nation – municipal partnerships to build and maintain respectful and equitable partnerships and to build capacity in joint community economic development and land-use planning.
Marissa has a rich background of designing and convening community-bridging intercultural dialogue and educational programming. Marissa holds a BA in Communications, Minor in Dialogue from Simon Fraser University (SFU), Dialogue and Civic Engagement Certificate from SFU, and is a Cando-certified Technician Aboriginal Economic Developer (TAED).
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February 8, 2021 - Open Forum
