Urban Indigenous Social Economy Forum OFFICIAL PROGRAM
February 20-21, 2024 Delta Ottawa City Centre | Ottawa, ON
LETTER FROM JOCELYN FORMSMA, NAFC CEO On behalf of the National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC), it my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to each of you to the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin Nation for the NAFC’s inaugural Urban Indigenous Social Economy Forum. This gathering marks a significant moment as we come together to explore and celebrate the diverse urban Indigenous perspectives that are driving social economy initiatives across the country. The Forum serves as a crucial platform gathering key stakeholders to mobilize collective impact and action to address historical imbalances, empower urban Indigenous social purpose organizations, and ensure that urban Indigenous peoples are at the forefront of determining their own pathways to economic and social prosperity. In acknowledging the challenges faced by urban Indigenous peoples, it is crucial to confront the institutional and systemic barriers that persist in wealth inequities. The underfunding and lack of investments in urban Indigenous communities only serve to exacerbate socio-economic disparities. However, despite these obstacles, the resilience of urban Indigenous social purpose organizations remains steadfast. These organizations tirelessly work towards meaningful action and impact, supporting the economic and social prosperity of urban Indigenous peoples and communities. Through advocacy for systemic changes and the dismantling of existing barriers, the Forum actively strives to create an inclusive environment, empowering urban Indigenous individuals to hold roles of leadership and influence in shaping the path towards prosperity. By promoting urban Indigenous perspectives in decision-making processes, the Forum recognizes the necessity for transformative change, envisioning a future where urban Indigenous communities thrive and actively shape their own narratives within the ecosystem. As we engage in these important discussions and collaborative efforts, let us take the time to connect with one another, sharing our unique experiences and perspectives. It is through these connections that we will forge relationships, strengthen our collective work, and drive meaningful change. Thank you for being part of this transformative event. Your presence enriches our shared journey towards the growth of collective intergenerational wealth and prosperity for urban Indigenous communities. Together, we strive to ensure that urban Indigenous peoples and communities have access to the capital and resources needed to achieve economic and social prosperity on their own terms. In Friendship, Jocelyn Formsma NAFC CEO
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ABOUT THE NAFC The National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC) was established in 1972 to represent the growing number of Friendship Centres across Canada. Today, the NAFC represents over 100 Friendship Centres and Provincial-Territorial Associations (PTAs) from coast-to-coast-to-coast which together make up the Friendship Centre Movement (FCM). For more than fifty years, Friendship Centres have aided First Nations (status and non-status), Inuit, and Métis people living in all urban environments, including rural, remote, and northern. Friendship Centres are Canada’s most significant urban Indigenous service delivery infrastructure and are the main providers of culturally relevant programs and services to urban Indigenous community members. Friendship Centres are grassroots organizations that provide services to all members of their respective communities, regardless of their legal status as an Indigenous person, and have done so since their inception. Each year, Friendship Centres across Canada serve over 1 million First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and non-Indigenous people through more than 1200 programs in 238 buildings and employ over 2,700 staff members. As the national body of the FCM, the NAFC is democratically governed, status-inclusive, and accountable to its membership. The NAFC seeks to be a central, unifying body for the FCM; to promote and advocate the concerns of our member Friendship Centres and PTAs; and, to provide important urban Indigenous perspectives to all levels of government and non-Indigenous civil society organizations. The NAFC’s mission is to support Friendship Centres and PTAs in achieving their diverse missions and visions within their urban Indigenous communities. Our vision is to ascend to a future that remembers the past and is rooted in our cultures to improve the well-being of Indigenous peoples living in urban environments.
PURPOSE OF THE FORUM The inaugural Urban Indigenous Social Economy Forum aims to amplify the voices of communitydriven urban Indigenous social economy initiatives, to educate the social innovation/social finance (SI/SF) sector on the unique needs of urban Indigenous social purpose organizations, and to share creative and novel insights to advance the work of the social economy ecosystem. We seek to unite changemakers and visionaries from across industries and sectors to reimagine inclusive, sustainable, and equitable futures informed by urban Indigenous perspectives. The Forum highlights the diverse and invaluable work of Friendship Centres (FCs) and urban Indigenous social purpose organizations who are working to foster economic and social prosperity for and by Indigenous Peoples in urban communities. By doing so, the Forum aims to amplify the unique insights, experiences, and ideas that will strengthen collective impact to reimagine the future of the social economy. The Forum brings together key stakeholders to mobilize collective impact and action to address historical imbalances, empower urban Indigenous social purpose organizations, and ensure that urban Indigenous peoples are at the forefront of determining their own pathways to economic an
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social prosperity for and by Indigenous Peoples in urban communities. By doing so, the Forum aims to amplify the unique insights, experiences, and ideas that will strengthen collective impact to reimagine the future of the social economy. The Forum brings together key stakeholders to mobilize collective impact and action to address historical imbalances, empower urban Indigenous social purpose organizations, and ensure that urban Indigenous peoples are at the forefront of determining their own pathways to economic and social prosperity. By advocating for systemic changes and dismantling existing barriers, the Forum strives to create an inclusive environment empowering urban Indigenous people to actively hold roles of leadership and influence in shaping the path towards prosperity.By promoting urban Indigenous perspectives in decision-making processes, the Forum acknowledges the need for transformative change to create a future where urban Indigenous communities thrive and shape their own narratives within the ecosystem. The agenda will provide opportunities for attendees to explore and learn from urban Indigenous social purpose organizations through workshops, storytelling, knowledge sharing, and networking. By gathering a diverse range of actors, the Forum will promote the unique and diverse needs of urban Indigenous social purpose organizations.
FORUM INFORMATION Simultaneous Interpretation Simultaneous interpretation info French is available in all sessions in the plenary room. Headsets will be provided onsite and picked up inside of Ballroom A. Please return headsets at the end of each day. Vendor/Exhibitor Space Join us in Ballroom B daily (9:00 am – 4:00 pm) to explore a diverse array of talent and knowledge in our vendor/exhibitor space, featuring Indigenous artisans, social enterprises, and educational institutions. Forum Evaluation Your feedback is important to us! To make future events and engagements more effective and successful, we want to hear how we can improve the experience for you. Evaluation forms will be available in print and access to a digital form will be provided during the Forum. Evaluation feedback will only be reviewed by NAFC staff internally and not shared publicly. Meals Breakfast and lunch will be provided on both days of the Forum – Monday, February 20 and Tuesday, February 21, 2024. Dietary restrictions: Please let us know about dietary restrictions in advance and alert the Delta staff onsite for assistance.
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SCHEDULE Join the NAFC as we reimagine inclusive, sustainable, and equitable futures informed by urban Indigenous perspectives. The Forum amplifies the voices of community-driven urban Indigenous social economy initiatives, educates the social innovation/social finance (SI/SF) sector on the unique needs of urban Indigenous social purpose organizations, and shares creative and novel insights to advance the work of the social economy ecosystem.
Day 1: Tuesday, February 20, 2024 7:30 – 9:00 am
Breakfast
Ballroom B
8:00 – 10:00 am
Registration Check-In
Victoria Room
Opening Ceremonies / Welcoming Remarks Master of Ceremony: Sunshine Tenasco
9:00 – 9:30 am
Opening Prayer by Elder Claudette Commanda Welcome to Algonquin Territory from Chief Dylan Whiteduck, Kitigan ZIbi Anishinaabeg Opening Remarks by the Honourable Jenna Ballroom A Sudds, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development (Virtual) Welcoming Remarks by Kelly Benning – President, NAFC Remarks by Jocelyn Formsma – CEO, NAFC Remarks Shady Hafez – Programs Manager, NAFC Opening Keynote – 20 Years Strong: Navigating the Friendship Centres of Quebec and Social Economy Evolution in Val-d’Or
Édith Cloutier – Executive Director, Val D’or Native Friendship Centre 9:30 – 10:30 am
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Édith Cloutier is a distinguished leader with over 40 Ballroom A years of dedicated service as the Executive Director of the Val D’Or Friendship Centre in Quebec. Édith has been at the forefront of community-driven and responsive programming, shaping the landscape of social economy and governance in Val D’Or. In this keynote address, Édith will share the 20-year journey of Friendship Centres in Quebec and the story and evolution of the social economy in Val-d’Or.
10:30 – 10:45 am
Break
Ballroom B
Experiences in Indigenous Entrepreneurship & Tourism Moderated by Shady Hafez, NAFC
10:45 – 12:00 pm
Speakers: Paul Owl, Indigenous Experiences | Donna Webster, Lac La Biche Friendship Centre | Victoria Lennox, Pow Wow Pitch Ballroom A Explore the dynamics of Indigenous entrepreneurship and tourism in this panel presentation as we showcase initiatives focusing on Indigenous cultural experiences, agritourism, and supporting the growth of Indigenous entrepreneurs.
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Lunch
Ballroom B
The Social Economy and Indigenous Women Moderated by Samantha Jack, NAFC
1:00 – 2:15 pm
Speakers: Mary Daoust & Irene Compton, Minwaashin Lodge | Alicia Buckley, Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan | Lorna Brown & Denise Louise Halfyard, Tears to Hope Society
Ballroom A
Indigenous women have always been at the forefront of the growing and leading urban Indigenous organizations and institutions. In this panel, hear from various Indigenous organizations who are working in diverse spaces to advance meaningful action to support and empower Indigenous women. 2:15 – 2:30 pm
Break
Ballroom B
Feeding Urban Indigenous Communities Through the Social Economy Moderated by Monida Eang, NAFC 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Speakers: Shane Gauthier, Aboriginal Friendship of Calgary | Lee Ewald, Dze L K’ant Friendship Centre Society | Gail Cullen & Jeremy Monias, Brandon Friendship Centre | Tanis Grimolfson, Riverton & District Friendship Centre
Ballroom A
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Explore innovative approaches and transformative projects nourishing urban Indigenous communities, highlighting the intersection of the social economy and food security. 3:30 – 3:45 pm
Break
Ballroom B
Spotlight: Indigenous Business Hub – ADAAWE Zachary Pashe – Indigenous Business Hub Coordinator & Team Lead, NACCA
3:45 – 4:30 pm
Ballroom A
Hear from Zach Pashe, ADAAWE Team Lead, about their co-working and community hub for Indigenous entrepreneurs, creators, and business owners in Ottawa. 4:30 – 4:45 pm
Closing of Day 1 Master of Ceremony: Sunshine Tenasco
Ballroom A
Day 2: Wednesday, February 21, 2024 7:30 – 9:00 am
Breakfast
Ballroom B
9:00 – 9:15 am
Morning Ceremony and Announcements Master of Ceremony: Sunshine Tenasco
Ballroom A
Social Economies of Reconciliation and Cultural Competency Moderated by Shady Hafez, NAFC
9:15 – 10:00 am
Speakers: Melody Wood, Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan | Shelly Rickard, Under One Sky Friendship Centre | Chelsie Coles, First Light Friendship Centre
Join us for an insightful discussion on the pivotal role Friendship Centres play in building bridges and forging social economies of reconciliation and cultural competency. In this session, hear from Friendship Centres on how they navigate the path towards fostering understand and respect through cultural humility training initiatives.
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Ballroom A
10:00 – 10:15 am
Break
Ballroom B
Fostering Health and Wellness in Urban Indigenous Communities Moderated by Monida Eang, NAFC Speakers: Andrea Foster, Lu’ma Native Housing Society | Breannah Flynn & Julia Andersen, First Light St. John’s Friendship Centre 10:15 – 11:00 pm
Explore innovative projects dedicated to fostering health and wellness in urban Indigenous communities. This session will feature insights from social economy initiatives committed to ensuring quality and equitable access to healthcare services for Indigenous peoples. Gain valuable perspectives on how these projects contribute to building stronger and more resilient urban Indigenous communities.
Ballroom A
Spotlight: Winnipeg’s Urban Indigenous Social Economy Moderated by Shady Hafez, NAFC
11:00 – 12:00 pm
Speakers: Christine Brouzes, IKWE Safe Rides (Virtual) | Sean Hogan, BUILD Inc. | Greg Georgeson, Oyate Tipi Cumini Yape | Mary Burton, Fearless R2W
Ballroom A
From infrastructure to community safety, Winnipeg is home to diverse social economy initiatives. In this session, you will hear from several Indigenous led social enterprises based in Winnipeg and how they are working on distinct projects to collectively address community needs and priorities. 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Lunch
Ballroom B
Panel: Spotlight on Indigenous Co-ops and the Coop Model Moderated by Danielle Brunette, Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada (CMC) 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Speakers: Trista Pewapisconias, Co-operatives First | Carmen Wiigwaas Craig (she/they), Oodenaw: Urban Indigenous Consulting Cooperative | Sokchiveneath Taing Chhoan, Fédération des Coopératives du Nouveau-Québec (Ilagiisaq – FCNQ)
Ballroom A
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In this spotlight, hear from Indigenous-led co-ops and their journey in starting and developing a co-op as business model to promoting democracy, equality, equity, and solidarity. This session will be moderated by Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada (CMC), an association that unites, engages, and leads the cooperative movement in Canada. Revitalizing Indigenous Arts and Culture Through Social Enterprise Moderated by Monida Eang, NAFC
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Speakers: Ron Rice, Victoria Native Friendship Centre | Gabrielle Fayant-Lewis, Assembly of 7 Generations | Natascha Okimaw, Grand Prairie Friendship Centre | Wanda Cote, Kici Anishinabek Kananakachiwewat Community Service Cooperative
Ballroom A
Explore the dynamic influence of social enterprises in the revitalization of Indigenous arts and cultures. This session delves into the pivotal role these enterprises play in preserving and promoting Indigenous arts and culture. 3:00 – 3:15 pm
Break
Ballroom B
Fireside Chat – The Journey of Shaping Ottawa's Indigenous Experiences Moderated by Shady Hafez, NAFC Trina Mather-Simard – CEO, Indigenous Experiences
3:15 – 4:15 pm
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In this closing fireside chat, join us for a reflective journey exploring the visionary evolution of Ottawa's Indigenous tourism sector. Trina Mather-Simard is the Ballroom A owner of Indigenous Experiences, which launched Mādahòkì Farm in Ottawa as a new year-round Indigenous attraction. Delve into the remarkable achievements, challenges, and pivotal moments that have shaped this journey. As we look back, discover the enduring significance of Indigenous social economy initiatives and placing Indigenous peoples at the forefront of determining their pathways to economic and social prosperity.
Closing Remarks Master of Ceremony: Sunshine Tenasco 4:15 – 4:30 pm
Ballroom A Closing Remarks by Shady Hafez – Programs Manager, NAFC
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES ALICIA BUCKLEY Alicia is a member of the Buffalo River Dene Nation and an urban Indigenous woman. She earned her degree at the University of Saskatchewan in Regional and Urban planning and has a passion for engaging the community, building stronger communities and community development. Alicia is honoured to help build the Indigenous profile in Saskatchewan while working along side the wonderful team at Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan as a Program Director. While in this role, she worked to gather the voices of Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQ+ in the first Indigenous Women’s Economic Framework, now being implemented. Being humbled by the voices of Saskatchewan’s Indigenous women, 2SLGBTQ+ and communities, she hopes to engage with those across the turtle island on issues related to urban Indigenous people through AFCS and other volunteer opportunities associated. ANDREA FOSTER Andrea Foster is Director of Corporate Development at Lu’ma Native Housing Society in Vancouver. Andrea is from the maritimes, her family were unwelcome settlers to Maliseet & Migmaw territories in what is now New Brunswick.
In 1995, Andrea moved to the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-waututh territory in Vancouver. In 2004, she became a Project Manager with Lu’ma Native Housing Society. Andrea planned, launched and developed new Innovative programs and services for the Society: Aboriginal Patients Lodge Community Voice Mail Aboriginal Mothers Centre Transformative Housing Aboriginal Youth Mentorship & Housing Program In 2016, as Health Director, Andrea launched and developed Lu’ma Medical Centre together with Dr. Michael Dumont to offer the Indigenous community safe, culturally integrated primary care by a team of multi-disciplinary practitioners. In 2024, now as Director of Corporate Development, Andrea is launching an Indigenous Pharmacy that is 100% owned and operated by Lu’ma Native Housing Society.
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BREANNAH FLYNN Breannah Flynn grew up in a small outport community on the Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland, and now lives in “Paradise” just outside the city of St. John’s. As Director of Business Operations with First Light, she is focused on enhancing economic sustainability while fostering innovation and social entrepreneurship and developing and implementing effective operating systems that are applicable to the organization. Breannah has spent more than a decade working with the organization to develop social enterprise alongside the urban Indigenous community, and has the privilege of working with a strong team of Indigenous entrepreneurs. Breannah recently completed the MBA program with a specialty focus in social enterprise from the University of Fredericton. CARMEN WIIGWAAS CRAIG Carmen Wiigwaas Craig is crane clan from Hiawatha First Nation, Pema-dash-kooda-yong, on Rice Lake in what is known today as Ontario. She is Michi Saagii Nishnaabe, Irish, Welsh, and German. Her nana was Casey Cowie from Hiawatha and her papa was David Craig from Sixmilecross in Northern Ireland. Carmen is grateful to live on Lək̓ ʷəŋən lands today. Carmen is a big sister, an aunty, a daughter, a granddaughter, a niece, a partner, a cousin, and a friend.
Carmen's passions in life are for language and culture revitalization and resurgence, access to language and culture for all Indigenous people, accessible learning, and coming together as communities to uplift one another. She holds a B.A. (Hons.) in Linguistics with a focus on Indigenous language revitalization and an M.Ed. in Indigenous language revitalization, both from the University of Victoria. She is the co-founder of Oodenaw: Urban Indigenous Consulting Cooperative and is currently teaching in the Indigenous Education department at the University of Victoria. CHELSIE COLES Chelsie Coles (she/they) is an artist, administrator, and educator living in St. John’s, Newfoundland. From the Great Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland, they are of mixed Indigenous and European ancestry. Chelsie received a Bachelor of Fine Art from NSCAD University and a diploma from College of the North Atlantic in Textiles: Craft & Apparel Design. She has completed a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Sociology, minor in Psychology and a certificate in Indigenous Studies from Memorial University, covocating this spring. Chelsie has been working with First Light since 2021, coming up on three years, starting in the role of Arts Administrator and now in their current role as Training Coordinator. CHIEF DYLAN WHITEDUCK Chief Dylan Whiteduck of Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, was the former Economic Development Officer for Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg, Chief Whiteduck is proud to be a part of the success and achievements in the economic development portfolio. More recently, he was elected Chief of Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg in 2020. As Chief, he acts in the best interest for the community and the members he currently serves. He has a strong desire to promote and develop clean energy projects and more recently, he also has a keen interest in the field of change management. He enjoys exercising his First Nations inherent rights of hunting and fishing and is an avid golfer during the summer and enjoy traditional powwows with his wife and daughter.
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CHRISTINE BROUZES Christine Brouzes has been with Ikwe Safe Rides since May, 2016. A civil servant for over 20 years, Christine always finds time to give to her city beyond her full-time job with the department of Families. A passion for women’s safety and helping the MMIWG plight brought Christine to Ikwe. All the directors are volunteers. Christine takes pride in giving time and heart to Ikwe! CLAUDETTE COMMANDA Claudette Commanda is an Algonquin Anishinabe from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation located in the province of Quebec. She was appointed chancellor of the University of Ottawa on November 9, 2022. An alumna of the University of Ottawa faculties of Law and Arts, Claudette has dedicated the last 35 years promoting First Nations people, history, culture and rights in various capacities as a University of Ottawa student, professor, member and chair of the Aboriginal education council, and via public speaking events. She is the chief executive officer of the First Nations Confederacy of Cultural Education Centres, a national organization that protects and promotes First Nations culture, languages and traditional knowledge. She is also the CEO of Maclean Day Schools Settlement Corporation. Ms. Commanda has taught at the University of Ottawa’s Institute of Women’s Studies, Faculty of Education, Faculty of Law and the Indigenous Studies Program, teaching courses on First Nations Women, Native Education, First Nations People and History, Indigenous Traditions, and Decolonization.
She was inducted into the Common Law Honour Society, served two terms on the Board of Governors for the First Nations University of Canada and three terms on the Kitigan Zibi band council. In 2017, Claudette was the first appointed First Nation Elder in Residence for the Faculty of Law, University of Ottawa, and the first person of a First Nation heritage to be complete a full term on the Board of Governors for the University of Ottawa. She was also the Special Adviser on Reconciliation, for the Susan & Perry Dellelce Dean, Faculty of Law (Common Law Section). Claudette is a proud mother of four and a grandmother of 10. In March 2020, Claudette received the 2020 Indspire Award for culture, heritage, and spirituality. DANIEL BRUNETTE Daniel has more than 20 years of stakeholder relations and philanthropic management experience with non-profit organizations, as both an employee and volunteer. He is currently the Senior Director, External Affairs with Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada, the national apex organization. His roles are focused on advocacy and collaborations with partners such as NAFC, in order to create opportunities, raise awareness and foster a more enabling environment for co-operative enterprises.
He has served and continues to serve on numerous volunteer boards and committees, and is a proud husband and father of two. DENISE LOUISE HALFYARD Denise’s cousin, Tamara Chipman, went missing in September, 2005. After hearing so many heartbreaking stories at the MMIWG inquiry in Vancouver, her calling was clear.
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A reformed “shy girl,” Denise (Wet’suwet’en/Tsimshian/Gitxsan) now uses her voice to encourage others to use theirs. As the coordinator for the Tears To Hope Society, she not only coordinates the many events, but is also a professional web and graphic designer. Her skillset is paramount to the day to day operation of this evolving and vital Indigenous led grassroots organization. As a professional voice actor, she uses her voice to narrate projects promoting Indigenous culture, language, reconciliation, health and wellness through strong business relationships across North America. Projects include; audiobook narration of Indigenomics by Carol Anne Hilton and the described video for the film and TV series, ‘Bones of Crows’. As the founder of The Frog Radio, Denise personally curated hundreds of Indigenous artists from across Turtle Island. The Frog Radio is an all Indigenous station 24/7, which promotes musicians of all genres. Denise resides on the rainforest on the traditional territory of the Nuu-Chah-Nulth people in Ucluelet, BC. DONNA WEBSTER Donna Webster is a proud Nehiyaw-Metis woman residing in her home community of Lac La Biche, Alberta. She holds a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Professional Human Services, is a Certified Life Skills Coach and has been a Registered Social Worker with the Alberta College of Social Workers for over twenty years.
She brings with her seventeen years’ of employment experience within the post-secondary education system, numerous years as a volunteer in various non-profit board member positions and over twenty three years in the management of Indigenous organizations. Donna has an extensive background in group facilitation and instruction and has designed, developed and implemented numerous services, programs and workshops to meet social needs of Indigenous and non-Indigenous people. In her current role as Executive Director of the Lac La Biche Canadian Native Friendship Centre Association, she continues to pursue lifelong learning to enhance services, supports and programs benefiting Indigenous peoples. ÉDITH CLOUTIER Édith Cloutier, member of the Algonquin Nation, has dedicated herself to bridging the gap between peoples, improving the well-being and defending the rights of urban Indigenous people in Canada, for over 30 years. A Bachelor in accounting science, she is at the helm of her local Native Friendship Centre since 1989. Édith Cloutier’s trademark is her dynamic and human approach oriented toward solution finding. Under her guidance, the Centre has become a genuine hub for innovative services for Indigenous Peoples in the city. Her contribution has extended the influence of the Centre, as acknowledged through its numerous awards including, in 2010, an honourable mention at the “Rights and Freedom” from the Human Rights Commission of the province of Quebec, and the 2017 National Award of Excellence from the National Association of Friendship Centres.
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Present at various national and international forums, Édith Cloutier is well known for her commitment to the wellbeing of Indigenous people in urban settings. She has notably distinguished herself as President of the Quebec Native Friendship Centre Association and is currently occupying the position of Executive Secretary on the Board of Directors of the National Association of Friendship Centres. She is also co-director of the Indigenous Peoples Research and Knowledge Network DIALOG, a partnership-based structure supporting the overall development of urban Aboriginal people in the province. First Indigenous women to chair the Board of Directors of a university in Quebec, she played a key-role in the creation of the First Peoples Pavilion. Since January 2022, she has been a member of the Transitional Committee established by the Government of Canada to ensure the creation of the National Council for Reconciliation in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s calls to action. Her commitment has been recognized through several awards including: Order of Quebec (2006), Order of Canada (2013) and Quebec Justice Award (2016). Édith Cloutier was granted with three honorary doctorates for her commitment and leadership in the fight against racial discrimination, and her contribution to closer ties between peoples. GABRIELLE FAYANT-LEWIS Gabrielle Fayant-Lewis originates from Fishing Lake Métis Settlement, AB. Gabrielle is an awardwinning woman for her work in her community, her dedication to supporting young people, and amplifying grassroots efforts. Gabrielle is passionate about cultural resurgence, revitalization and restitution for all Indigenous peoples. She has worked with several Indigenous and non-profit organizations. Gabrielle is a helper with a non-profit Indigenous youth organization called Assembly of Seven Generation (A7G) and a co-manager for a social enterprise store called Adaawewigamig. GAIL CULLEN Gail Cullen is the Executive Director at Brandon Friendship Centre in Brandon, MB. Brandon Friendship Centre Inc.'s mission statement is "to provide programs and services to all people with an initial emphasis on Indigenous people". GREG GEORGESON As the Executive Director and Social Enterprise coordinator of a non-profit since April 2021, Greg Georgeson champion's social enterprise, merging business expertise with a commitment to social impact, focusing on the needs of our community members. In collaboration with the Board, Greg strategically aligns business objectives with social goals, ensuring activities profoundly benefit those that need their services.
Greg's role involves leading a team dedicated to helping those facing furniture poverty. They aim not just to meet organizational targets but to make a tangible difference in the lives of those they serve. Upholding high standards of compliance and transparency, Greg foster's a culture conducive to social entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable growth, all in the service of community members.
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Strong relationships with stakeholders, including our referral partners and government agencies, are vital. These partnerships enhance their social enterprise initiatives, aligning them with broader community needs and amplifying their impact on clients. Greg proactively address challenges to ensure the longevity and effectiveness of their projects. With a background in corporate social responsibility, operations management, and strategic planning, Greg's career is devoted to fusing business strategies with social change, prioritizing the well-being and progress of clients. IRENE COMPTON Irene Compton is co-founder of Minwaashin Lodge celebrating 30 years of work there. She is an intergenerational survivor of the residential school system. Her work at the lodge supports women survivors of lethal violence, assisting them with safety plans, stabilization, healing and employment & education.
Irene is the Keeper of the stories at Minwaashin’s Sacred Lodge which connects Indigenous women to their culture, identity and pride. THE HONOURABLE JENNA SUDDS The Honourable Jenna Sudds was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Kanata—Carleton in 2021. She has previously served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth.
Minister Sudds has worked as an economist, a municipal councillor, and a community advocate. From 2018 to 2021, Minister Sudds served on the Ottawa City Council. During this time, she chaired the City’s Community and Protective Services Committee and held the role of Deputy Mayor starting in 2020. She also sat on the boards of Hydro Ottawa and Invest Ottawa. As city councillor, she worked to protect green spaces, improve local infrastructure and transit, and support the community’s economic recovery during the COVID-19 pandemic. Before entering politics, Minister Sudds was the Executive Director of the CIO Strategy Council, a national technology forum, and the President and Executive Director of the Kanata North Business Association. She also worked as a senior economist for the Government of Canada for over 10 years, focusing her expertise on the taxation of multi-national corporations and tax avoidance. Minister Sudds has been an active member of her community for many years, volunteering with the Kanata Food Cupboard and Ottawa Network for Education. She has received a Special Recognition Award from the Kanata Food Cupboard for her leadership and service to those in need in the community. She received a 40 under 40 Award from the Ottawa Business Journal and the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce in 2015, and was named one of Development Counsellors International’s Top 40 under 40 working in economic development in 2017. Minister Sudds holds a Bachelor in Economics from Brock University and a Master of Arts in Economics from Carleton University. She is a long-time resident of Ottawa, where she lives with her husband and their three daughters.
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JEREMY MONIAS Jeremy Monias is the Housing Finance/Executive Assistant at Brandon Friendship Centre in Brandon, MB. Brandon Friendship Centre Inc.'s mission statement is "to provide programs and services to all people with an initial emphasis on Indigenous people". JOCELYN FORMSMA Jocelyn Formsma is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Association of Friendship Centres and a member of the Moose Cree First Nation in Northern Ontario. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Social Sciences and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Ottawa. Ms. Formsma has over 15 years of work and volunteer experience building strong relationships and advocacy on behalf of Indigenous peoples. She is called to the Bar of Ontario and has worked as a lawyer for a First Nations-owned law firm. Prior to this, she worked for numerous national Aboriginal organizations and First Nations organizations. In addition, Ms. Formsma serves as the Chairperson of the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network, Board Member of the National Indian Child Welfare Association, Founder of the Morningstar Fund and is an Advisor to the Ontario Indigenous Youth Partnership Project. As CEO, Ms. Formsma brings her legal training and passion for Access to Justice to her work with Indigenous peoples in urban environments and the Friendship Centre Movement towards innovative, positive, and effective systemic change for Indigenous peoples. JULIA ANDERSEN Julia Andersen is a mother, nature lover, and social entrepreneur. Originally from Nain, Nunatsiavut, Julia now makes her home in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. As an Inuk woman, she is committed to providing the highest quality service to Indigenous people who travel to St. John's for healthcare needs that cannot be addressed in their own communities. Julia has worked for The St. John's Friendship Centre for eight years and has made a career coordinating medical transportation services, most recently launching the organization's newest venture the 'Lunar Inn' in June of last year.
KELLY BENNING Kelly Benning, NAFC President, is a Métis woman from northern Alberta, with roots in both Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Kelly was elected to serve as President of the National Association of Friendship Centres in November 2021, having previously served as Vice President. Kelly has been part of the Friendship Centre Movement for over 20 years, first and foremost as part of the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre, serving locally, provincially, and nationally. She is an advocate for the urban Indigenous community and equity at every table.
Kelly is a mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, cousin, and auntie. Kelly firmly believes that we all have our place in the circle and that it is when we step into the circle that we become the people we were meant to be. LEE EWALD Lee Ewald is a highly accomplished individual with a diverse range of experiences and accomplishments. He is Métis, which reflects his Indigenous heritage and cultural background.
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As a contractor, Lee Ewald has demonstrated his expertise in delivering high-quality construction projects. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, he has successfully completed numerous residential and commercial projects. His skills include project management, budgeting, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. Lee is known for his commitment to delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. In addition to his work as a contractor, Lee Ewald is also an elected municipal councillor. This position allows him to represent the interests of his constituents and make decisions that positively impact the community. As a Métis individual, Lee brings a unique perspective and understanding of the needs and concerns of the community. Furthermore, Lee Ewald has served on various boards of directors for non-profit organizations. Through his involvement in these organizations, Lee has contributed to the development and implementation of programs and initiatives that address important social issues. Overall, Lee Ewald is a highly accomplished individual who has made significant contributions in the fields of construction, community service, and non-profit work. His skills, experience, and dedication make him a valuable asset in any endeavour he undertakes. LORNA BROWN Lorna Brown is Wet’suwet’en, Laksilyu (Small Frog Clan), G’en egh l_a yes (House of many eyes) from Witset BC. She has been advocating for justice for MMIWG since her niece, Tamara Chipman, went missing from Prince Rupert, BC in 2005 and remains unsolved.
Lorna testified at the National Inquiry into MMIWG and traveled across Canada with her sister Gladys Radek with the(National Family Advisory Circle), where the MMIWG stories were all too familiar. Lorna founded Tears to Hope Society to work towards positive change by encouraging Indigenous women and youth to build confidence through sport, healthy living, and ending cycles – moving from protection to prevention, it starts with each of us. Despite growing up with the destructive impacts of discrimination and violence, Lorna is empowered by the strong example of her late mother Agnes Chipman who overcame many challenges of colonization throughout her lifetime. Lorna directed and produced her first feature documentary film Adaawk sharing the MMIWG families stories along the Highway of Tears. The film premiered at the ImagineNative Film Festival and won the “New Voice in Storytelling” award. Lorna believes it is so important to tell our own stories. MARY BURTON Mary Burton is a Cree woman born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. For over 40 years she has been a passionate community helper, advocate, and super granny for countless families and youth in Winnipeg’s North End neighbourhood, including her own. Mary has sat on many boards nationally and internationally as well as advised child welfare service delivery and policy within both Canadian provincial and First Nations governments. In addition to this work, she has participated and helped lead several community-based development initiatives, programs, and research projects.
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Through her experience working in Manitoba’s social service sector and herself being a child in care, Mary co-founded the grassroots community organization called Fearless R2W in 2014 to support families experiencing challenges with Manitoba’s child welfare system and seeking to reunify their families. As one of the only existing Indigenous-led parent advocacy groups in North America, Fearless R2W has grown over a number of years and has been guided by the wisdom of families, grandmothers and traditional Indigenous knowledge systems. Bringing her charismatic nature and strength-based approach to supporting families, Mary remains a committed champion for transforming systems and institutions that negatively impact families, but also a visionary that seeks reclaim kinship ties within her own community and envision a world where families have the necessary supports to love unconditionally and take care of one another. MARY DAOUST Mary Daoust is originally from a small community in Northwestern Ontario-Sioux Lookout. She is an Ojibway woman and was told by her relatives that she belongs to the Migizi Clan on her grandmothers’ side. Her grandmother originated from White Sand Reserve north of Thunder Bay.
Mary’s mother was directly impacted by the Residential School system for thirteen years which influenced her life experience with the intergenerational impacts of the Residential School system. The spirit of her ancestors led her to pursue her dreams in supporting Indigenous women and children fleeing domestic abuse and violence with a Native Studies and Addictions background. Mary joined Minwaashin Lodge in 2005 as a Sexual Abuse Counsellor. Minwaashin LodgeIndigenous Women's Support Centre provides a range of programs and services to First Nation, Inuit, and Metis women and children who are survivors of domestic and other forms of violence. We also have an Indigenous 25 bed emergency VAW shelter for women and children fleeing violence. In 2008, Mary transitioned to a management position as the Counselling Team Supervisor. In 2011, Mary continued to step up and take on a leadership role as the Acting /Executive Director until the full retirement of prior ED in 2014. Minwaashin Lodge became a Board member for the Aboriginal Shelters of Ontario in 2012 and remains active. Mary then made her official transition as the Executive Director in 2014 to present. Her dedication and compassion for the Indigenous community is a asset to Minwaashin Lodge and she will continue to work selflessly along side her strong women colleagues. MELODY WOOD Melody Wood (she/her) is a nēhiyaw napēkan from waskicosihk (Little Pine First Nation). She was raised in small town Saskatchewan, took post-secondary and started her career in Regina before moving to Saskatoon. She is the Special Projects Team Lead at the Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan and the Board Chair for OUTSaskatoon both in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She has three kids, one of whom is exploring their identity, and it is important to her in any work that she is involved in to bring an Indigenous two spirit lens and worldview.
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MONIDA EANG Monida Eang is a Project Coordinator on the Programs Team at the NAFC. NATASCHA OKIMAW Natascha Okimaw is a Cree woman from Treaty 8 territory and mother to 3. She has grown up in the Friendship Centre movement since the age of 8 and has been working for the Grande Prairie Friendship Centre for over 16 years. She is currently the Cultural Navigator for the Northern Indigenous Health Alliance, Program Coordinator for the New Horizons Seniors Program Wahkotowin, and is now transitioning into the Mikis Art Shoppe Store Manager.
As an Indigenous artist and Knowledge Keeper she continues to learn and share her cultural knowledge & skills to the surrounding communities of Grande Prairie, AB in fun and interactive ways! Over the last 10 years, she has taught hundreds of youth and adults many different cultural crafts, life skills and teachings, with many of them creating their source of income from these teachings. As an artist Natascha has been commissioned to create murals in several schools featuring Indigenous stories and teachings and had her design etched into the Sister Rock Memorial in Muskoseepi Park as part of bringing focus to MMIWG2S. PAUL OWL Chef Paul Owl is an Anishinaabe chef and traditional tea brewer from the Serpent River First Nation in Northern Ontario. Paul operates his own Tree Teas Brewing business. Paul went on to win Pow Wow Pitch in 2022. RON RICE, MGC Ron Rice MGC is from Cowichan Tribes of the Coast Salish Nation and his hereditary name is Wush’q.
He has worked with BC Friendship Centres since 1998 and accepted the post as the Executive Director of the Victoria Native Friendship Centre in January 2018. In this role he acts as Co-Chair for the Victoria Urban Reconciliation Dialogue. He loves to plan events; most notably with the Cowichan 2008 North American Indigenous Games where he was the Manager of Cultural Events & Ceremonies and currently plans the Aboriginal Back to School Picnics, in 6-10 communities, province wide. In 2013 he received an Order in Council appointment to the Board of Governors for Camosun College in Victoria BC, ending his six-year term as Board Chair. In September of 2020 he accepted an appointment to the Board of Directors for Island Health where he currently holds position of Vice Chair. The Medal of Good Citizenship (MGC) was awarded to Ron in January of 2023 by the province of BC for his volunteer work and contributions to community.
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SAMANTHA JACK Samantha Jack is the Youth Executive on the NAFC's Indigenous Youth Council. SEAN HOGAN Sean Hogan is the Executive Director of BUILD, Manitoba’s keystone trades-based Social Enterprise. BUILD trains and employs individuals with multiple employment barriers, preparing them for long-term, meaningful careers in the trades. Having cut his teeth in both rapid business growth environments and high volume management positions, Sean was well prepared to take BUILD from a small three crew construction endeavor to a sustainable, ever growing Social Enterprise that currently runs as many as sixteen teams, as well as a healthy training staff in two Manitoba locations, consistently putting more than a million dollars of payroll into the pockets of those who need it most. Sean is a co-founder of the We Want to Work coalition that successfully worked with the City of Winnipeg to implement a Social Procurement Policy, as well as a director of the Social Enterprise Centre.
Sean is a father, a husband, dog owner, lives adjacent to a cat, and an award winning musician and songwriter with the Kindie Rock band Seanster and the Monsters. SHADY HAFEZ Shady Hafez is the Programs Manager to the NAFC. Mr. Hafez is Algonquin Anishinabe and Syrian from Kitigan Zibi Anishnabeg and has worked at the NAFC on both research and program files, including as the Special Projects Advisor working on Infrastructure and the Investment Readiness Program. Shady is also a PhD student in Sociology at the University of Toronto, and a Research Fellow at the Yellowhead Institute. SHANE GAUTHIER Shane Gauthier is Métis from Treaty 8 Territory. Although he grew up poor and from humble beginnings, he always knew he wanted to go to university – his only way out of poverty. He became the first person in his family to graduate from university. Shane has earned a B.Ed with distinction and M.Ed in Educational Psychology both from the University of Alberta. He was bestowed many awards during his tenure there but he is most proud of being the only Indigenous person to win the ABC Mensa Award for academic achievement and he was nominated for a Rhode Scholarship. SHELLY RICKARD Born and raised in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Shelly graduated from the University of New Brunswick with a Bachelor of Office Management. As the Director of Operations at Under One Sky, Shelly brings over 30 years of leadership experience in finance, human resources, management and operations in both profit and non-profit organizations. Shelly has been an active member of the community serving on local Home and School and Parent Student Support Committees, as well as being a board member of the Fredericton Youth Hockey Association and most recently, Women in Transition House. Shelly is passionate about advocating for programs and services for the Urban Indigenous community and plays a key role in securing funding for the centre, including for the capital build of Under One Sky’s Awitgati Longhouse and Cultural Centre project that is set to begin construction in March 2024.
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SOKCHIVENEATH TAING CHHOAN, MMCCU, ADM.A., I-CUDE Sokchiveneath holds the position of Socio-Economic Development Senior Manager and served on the Management Committee at Fédération des Coopératives du Nouveau-Québec (Ilagiisaq – FCNQ) from 2011 until its abolition in 2020, where he has held several positions over the past 32 years. His first mandate as Senior Manager was to create the Nunavik Financial Services Cooperative, banking services for all Nunavimmiut in the fourteen communities in partnership with the Caisse d'économie solidaire Desjardins from 2007 to 2015. Later, he leads all local projects for the cooperatives and some FCNQ’s activities. He is also responsible for insurance coverage for the 14 cooperatives, the FCNQ, and the 10 FCNQ subsidiaries.
Sokchiveneath is a member of the Ordre des administrateurs agréés du Québec (ADM.A.) and the International Credit Union Development Educator (I-CUDE). He holds a Master of Management, Co-operatives and Credit Unions (MMCCU) degree from Saint Mary's University, has completed a Master’s program in Financial Performance at TÉLUQ and received a Bachelor's degree in accounting management at HEC-Montréal. Sokchiveneath’s studies in accounting and finance and his experience in the co-operative sector enable him to represent the FCNQ and its member cooperatives, and to sit on the boards of the Conseil québécois de la coopération et de la mutualité (where he serves on the Human Resources Committee), the Caisse d’économie solidaire Desjardins (serving on the Audit and Ethics Committee), the Fondation pour l’éducation à la cooperation et à la mutualité, and le Consortium de coopération des entreprises collectives. He is a delegate of Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada (CMC), the Nunavik Social Economy Round Table, and the chairperson for the Nunavik Cooperative Development Fund. He also serves as a board member for nine of the ten FCNQ subsidiaries operating in different sectors of activities. Previously, he served on the board of Centre L’Unité, Centre d’initiatives pour le développement as treasurer from 1995 to 2005, and on the board of directors of Société de coopération pour le développement internationnal from 2010 to 2013. Sokchiveneath has a deep admiration for the values and principles of the cooperative model, which he compares to the values and principles he held when he arrived in Canada as one of the last 'boat people' to escape Cambodia’s killing fields to work with the Inuit community of Nunavik since 1992. SUNSHINE TENASCO Sunshine Quem Tenasco is Anishinabe, from Kitigàn Zìbì Anishinàbe, Quebec. She is a clean water activist, mother of four and an entrepreneur, founder of Her Braids (herbraids.com) and Pow Wow Pitch (powwowpitch.org). She is the author of Nibi's Water Song and Smile So Big. TRINA MATHER-SIMARD Trina Mather-Simard is a proud status member of Curve Lake First Nation and an active community member of the urban Indigenous community of National Capital Region. She has been a passionate leader in Indigenous tourism on the regional, provincial and national level for the past 28 years.
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Her own background in Indigenous tourism began as President of the successful and award winning Turtle Island Tourism Company. In 2000 she opened Canada’s FIRST urban Indigenous cultural tourism experience “Aboriginal Experiences” (now Indigenous Experiences) and in 2009 began producing the highly successful Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival. These two prominent Indigenous experiences welcome more than 100,000 visitors annually. Some highlights of the tourism business success: Multiple awards from Ottawa Tourism (Best new business, Best small business) Multiple awards for Attractions Canada (Ontario winner) Best Outdoor Attraction, Best New Attraction Selected as part of Destination Canada’s Signature Experience collection (currently still part of it and Aboriginal Experiences was the first Indigenous product included) Finalist for the TIAC National Tourism Awards – Culture/Heritage Tourism Winner of the ITAC National Marketing Award (for Summer Solstice campaign) Selected as the exclusive caterer for the Aboriginal Pavilion – 2010 Olympics and the producer of Canada’s 150th celebrations on Parliament welcoming the Royals Summer Solstice Indigenous Festival has grown into one of Canada’s largest Indigenous festivals and the only one representing First Nations, Inuit and Metis cultures. In 2023, SSIF now has has over 74,000 participants, partners with the National Indigenous Organizations (NIOS) and generates more then 603 Million earned media impressions In 2021 Trina and her team opened Mādahòkì Farm - Canada’s largest working Indigenous agritourism experience on 164 acres in Ottawa Greenbelt. Mādahòkì Farm means to share the land. In only two short years, the farm has become a profitable enterprise growing our team to over 24 staff and generating more then 3 million dollars a year through funding, corporate sponsorship and self generating revenues. Through the farm, Trina has been able to grow and support other social enterprises with support of NAFC & the IRP program including: Launching the new catering services of Madahoki Farm. This led to becoming one of only five approved caterers for the Museum of History, Canadian War Museum and National Gallery of Canada Launching social enterprise products -produced at the farm and sold through our Marketplace in partnership with entrepreneurs. This includes the Ziibiinsns Nibi (Stream Water) with Chef Paul Owl and the Bannock in a Bag (Bakwezhigan) with Kokum Pat. TRISTA PEWAPISCONIAS Trista Pewapisconias is a Little Pine First Nation member in Saskatchewan and Director of Indigenous Relations for Co-operatives First. In this role, Trista works alongside community members to form new co-operative businesses. By providing business development and planning support, she guides groups through the process of creating co-ops that are responsive to their members and communities. Her professional experience includes diverse marketing roles and writing business plans for Indigenous start-up companies. Trista has a Bachelor of Commerce and an MBA from the Edwards School of Business at the University of Saskatchewan.
Trista led the creation of Co-operatives First’s “Your Way, Together” campaign, which includes a website and guidebook for Indigenous people who are interested in starting a co-op.
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VICTORIA LENNOX, MSM Victoria Lennox, CEO of Lennox Innovations Inc., who hails from a settler background with roots in Portugal and Ireland, is a dynamic force in inclusive economic development programming. Through her work with clients like ISED, NACCA, and Pow Wow Pitch, she's transformed initiatives, scaling Pow Wow Pitch globally and creating impactful programs like ADAAWE Indigenous Business Hub, the Wejibàbandan Indigenous Business Incubator, Indigenous Entrepreneur Awards, the SOAR Accelerator and Digital Gathering, Ignite Digital and the StrikeUp Conference for Women Entrepreneurs.
As the founder of Startup Canada, the Innovators and Entrepreneurs Foundation, and NACUE, Victoria has built enduring ecosystems in Canada and the UK's innovation and entrepreneurship landscapes. Recognized as one of Canada's top lobbyists, Victoria's diplomatic skills enable her to lead, communicate, and forge consensus in any setting. She has served within government for Members of Parliament and held key roles in ISED, ESDC, PSPC and the Treasury Board Secretariat. Victoria holds degrees from the University of Ottawa and the University of Oxford. She specializes in governance, networks, and economic systems and is passionate about procurement policy. Her accolades include the Meritorious Service Medal, Women Who Work Award, APEC Women Icon Award, Queen's Award for Entrepreneur Promotion, and more. Victoria Lennox's tireless dedication continues to shape innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive economic development, propelling Canada onto the global stage as an 'Innovation Nation.' WANDA COTE My name is Ozāwasko-pinesīkwē Blue Thunderbird Woman. My english name is Wanda Cote. I am Onakawe from Cote First Nation in Southern Saskatchewan. I graduated from University of Regina in 1998 with a Bachelor of Indian Social Work. I have always worked with the most vulnerable in my community and within the Yorkton Tribal council Treaty 4 area.
I am a strong advocate for those who are underprivileged and need help navigating the system. My most recent work is providing elder services for our community school. My work includes Language and traditional on-the-land activities for students from k-12. One of the accomplisments that I am proud of is organizing a group of Elders and forming a co-op to become incorporated. Thanks to Trista Pewapisconias from Saskatoon Cooperatives First for guiding us through the process. The Elders are called Kici-Anisnabek Kananakachiwewat Inc. (translation is Elderly Knowledge Keepers). The Elders were successful in organizing two culture camps, language and traditional on-the-land activities in 2022 and 2023 to connect the Elders and youth. ZACHARY PASHE Zachary Pashe is the Indigenous Business Hub Coordinator at NACCA.
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