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Chiefs of Ontario developing new First Nations business directory

Chiefs of Ontario developing new First Nations business directory

The organization that represents 133 First Nations in Ontario says the initiative will help local merchants and combat “identity fraud” in Indigenous business
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Indigenous communities can be ‘Canada’s competitive edge,’ new federal council appointee says

Indigenous communities can be ‘Canada’s competitive edge,’ new federal council appointee says

JP Gladu is one of 11 Indigenous leaders, and the only from Ontario, named to the new Indigenous Advisory Council
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Manitoulin, Fort Frances Indigenous educational institutes gifted $10M

Manitoulin, Fort Frances Indigenous educational institutes gifted $10M

Mastercard Foundation provides funds to support Indigenous youth
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Ottawa names Indigenous advisory council on major projects

Ottawa names Indigenous advisory council on major projects

OTTAWA — Eleven Indigenous leaders from across the country were named to the federal government's new Indigenous Peoples' Council on Wednesday, tasked with advising the new federal body working to fast-track major infrastructure projects.
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'Status quo' won't do in reshaping Canada's economy without Indigenous participation

'Status quo' won't do in reshaping Canada's economy without Indigenous participation

First Nations Financial Management Board's Harold Calla says Indigenous economic opportunities are good for all of Canada
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Sudbury-area First Nation signs benefits deal with mine builder

Sudbury-area First Nation signs benefits deal with mine builder

Atikameksheng Anishnawbek to see jobs, training and spinoff business from impact benefit agreement with KGHM
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First Nation development corporation opens new Trans-Canada Highway gas station

First Nation development corporation opens new Trans-Canada Highway gas station

The Johnny K’s gas bar and convenience stop celebrated its grand opening at the end of August
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James Bay gold explorer inks First Nation collaboration agreement

James Bay gold explorer inks First Nation collaboration agreement

ONGold, Nibinamik First Nation find common ground to do exploration drilling
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Grants available for young Indigenous entrepreneurs

Grants available for young Indigenous entrepreneurs

Canadian Council for Indigenous Business opens 2025 Young Indigenous Business Grant
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Five First Nations projects receive provincial funding

Five First Nations projects receive provincial funding

Funding will create jobs and community development opportunities through the selected projects
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