Indigenous Business

Engagement with First Nations and respecting treaty rights must be “cornerstones” of this week's federal budget, said Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief Harvey Yesno.

Nordex Explosives Ltd. in Kirkland Lake is partnering with another First Nation business. It announced a recent memorandum of understanding agreement with Wahgoshig Limited Partnership, through its general partner Wahgoshig Resources Inc.

Growing up in the remote commu­nity of Eabametoong First Nation , Rachel Mishenene never placed any great emphasis on getting an educa­tion, much less pursuing a career.

Residents in First Nations communi­ties along the North Shore of Lake Huron are being trained for employ­ment readiness in the renewable energy field, all while staying in their home communities.

Jordan Shannon doesn't have any Aboriginal bloodlines, but he still finds his Thunder Bay company carries a First Nations label. But, that’s okay. The 29-year-old founder and president of Northern GIS isn’t complaining.

Brian Davey is the new executive director of the Thunder Bay-based Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund (NADF).

Respect and due diligence required in relationships between Aboriginal communities and resource companies

In the early days of the Klondike Gold Rush, Tagish prospector Skookum Jim was known for his perseverance and tenacity.

Industrial development along the north shore of Lake Superior is opening up employment opportunities for area First Nations people.

Brian Young didn't let misguided advice deter him from making his company a success. Instead, it inspired him. “I was told because I was native, I would not succeed,” said the owner of Young Forestry Services .