aboriginal marketplace

a b o r i g i n a l m a r k e t p l a c e c o m

Volume 2 - Issue 3 APRIlmAy 2013

+ NatioNal AboriginAl Tourism

ConferenCeGat leedm

TrAnsporTATion group

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lngcomes to Bcrsquos North coast

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coNtributors Keith Henry merle Alexander Geoff Greenwell

ProductioN scheduleAprilmay JuneJuly septoct and NovDec

distributioN Aboriginal marketplace is published by 2G Group of Companies copy2012 all rights reserved The magazine is distributed online in Canada and the united states The views expressed in the Aboriginal marketplace are those of the respective contributors and not necessarily those of the publisher or staff

wwwaboriGiNalmarketPlacecom

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04 2013 NatioNal aboriGiNal tourism coNfereNce

05 a Note fromKeITH HeNRy CHIef exeCuTIVe offICeR

08 NortherN saviNGs credit uNioNWelComes DeleGATes To NABoC 2013

10 Gat leedm traNsPortatioN GrouP

IN THIs Issue

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07 LNG comes to Bcrsquos North coast

14 Itarsquos Gary mcDermott Receives Queenrsquos Jubilee Medal

15 ProtectING your commuNIty from WILDfIre

16 metlakatla develoPmeNt corPoratioN CeleBRATes 25 yeARs IN BusINess oN THe NoRTH CoAsT of BC

18 bdceNTRePReNeuRs fIRsT

coastal busiNess resources ceNtre oPeNING IN PRINCe RuPeRT BC20embark eNGiNeeriNGlImITeD PARTNeRsHIP

24LocaL comPaNyrsquos fIrst store to Be lsquoMoRe than a stoRersquo2610aboriGiNal commuNities aNd sPectra eNerGyWe suCCeeD ToGeTHeR

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Aboriginal Marketplace AprilMay 2013 3

over 25 yeArs of blood sweAT And TeArs wenT inTo CreATing nkrsquomip resorT

4 Aboriginal Marketplace AprilMay 2013

NKrsquomIP resort

NKrsquoMIP Resort in Osoyoos BC

is once again the venue for the

National Aboriginal Tourism Opportunities

Conference from April 3rd ndash 5th with Chief Clarence

Louie as the host and keynote speaker The conference is a joint

initiative between Aboriginal Tourism BC (AtBC) and the Osoyoos Indian Bandrsquos NKrsquoMIP Group of Companies with 2G Group providing support as the event managers Participants are travelling in from as far away as New Zealand to attend the event and there are also delegates in attendance from almost all of Canadarsquos provinces and territories Presentations will include authentic Aboriginal tourism identifying exactly who is the Aboriginal tourism visitor financing tourism projects utilizing social media developing a regional tourism strategy

as well as numerous other industry relevant topics which are eagerly anticipated by the delegates

The organizers have attracted an impressive line-up of industry experts to speak and present who are travelling in from Mexico Europe USA as well as Canada to share their knowledge and experience with the audience We met with Chief Clarence Louie last week in Osoyoos to get some of his opinions on the Aboriginal Tourism industry

AM ndash Chief Louie how long has the Osoyoos Indian Band been involved with tourismCL ndash ldquoWe started the vineyards which was our first tourist attraction over 25 years ago and at first it was a real uphill struggle We added the winery later and itrsquos now won many awards and we are justifiably proud of itrdquoAM ndash Do you think Aboriginalcultural tourism is a good business to go into for other Bands and communitiesCL ndash ldquoYou have to get your theme right Cultural Centres always lose money if they are stand-alone businesses you need more than one attraction if you want to make money and be successfulrdquo

2013 NatioNal aborigiNal tourism ConferenCe

AM ndash This NKrsquoMIP Resort seems to be a very successful operation how long did it take to make it all come togetherCL ndash ldquoOver 25 years of blood sweat and plenty of tears Things go wrong sometimes and you have to suck it up and work through your problems Now we are successful but itrsquos a long hard road for communitiesrsquo starting from scratch Itrsquos worth it in the end though to have something community members can point at and be proud of is a good thingrdquoAM ndash Thanks Chief Louie wersquoll see you at the event in April

AtBC is hosting its awards dinner on the 2nd night with award categories of Outstanding performance in the Aboriginal Tourism industry Best Cultural Centres amp Attractions Outstanding Accommodations Best Outdoor Adventure Best Industry Partner Best Food amp Beverage and Best Artist amp Entertainment The awards dinner also features up and coming First Nations comedian Ryan McMahon and live music and dancing with DJ Larry Gray

The Aboriginal Marketplace team was really impressed with what we saw at the event last year and we predict this yearrsquos event will be even bigger and more successful

Dear FriendsAtBC is in final preparation as the co-host for the second National Aboriginal Tourism Conference (NATOC) being held this April 3rd and 4th at the world class destination NKrsquoMIP Resort and Conference Center in Osoyoos BC AtBC is proud to partner with the Osoyoos Indian Band and 2GGroup as the event planners for NATOC The conference has now filled with delegates from throughout Canada and international locations It is in this excitement that I write to thank so many of you for the support to attend and learn more about the Aboriginal cultural tourism industry in British Columbia

The success of NATOC is critical to the vision of AtBC and other leaders who continue to value the importance of building an authentic consistent and competitive Aboriginal tourism industry This conference is the only national Aboriginal tourism conference in Canada that provides delegates essential industry information such as ideas on training product development and marketing

It is this vision within AtBC where NATOC will become the annual tourism industry event for any Aboriginal community entrepreneur or non Aboriginal partner to attend AtBC is proud to recognize and honour some of British Columbiarsquos finest and most successful Aboriginal tourism businesses who continue to excel each tourism season

On behalf of the AtBC board and staff and our partners I extend my sincere appreciation to so many of our friends and partners for ensuring the second National Aboriginal Tourism Conference is a complete success I especially want to recognize the partnerships with Osoyoos Indian Band and our event planners 2GGroup for ensuring another great conference

I look forward to seeing all of you soonThank you

Keith HenryChief Executive OfficerAboriginal Tourism Association of British Columbia



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NABOC has proven to be a stimulating and dynamic event and we are pleased to both sponsor and participate in this conference once again Northern Savingsrsquo commercial team will be attending the conference and they look forward to meeting you or reuniting with you here in Prince Rupert

Northern Savings is committed to growing the financial capacity of our communities thus moderating the Major Project amp Community Infrastructure Financing panel session at the 2013 NABOC is a great opportunity and a perfect fit Tony Briglio Northern Savingsrsquo Chief Credit Officer has over 38 years of experience in the credit union system and encourages you to share your views and exchange information during this session We look forward to an inspiring and exciting conference

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The GaT Leedm

Group

The Gat Leedm Transportation Group is a group of established companies combining their respective strengths to create a North Coast transportation supply chain serving the communities industries and major infrastructure projects in Northern BC The Metlakatla Development Corporation a company wholly owned by the Metlakatla First Nation joined forces with Williams Moving amp Storage (BC) Ltd and Island Tug amp Barge Ltd to create an integrated transportation provider with

over 150 years of experience Gat Leedm means ldquostrengthrdquo in the Metlakatlarsquos native language The Gat Leedm Transportation Group includes

gAT leedm logisTiCs llpA joint venture LLP between the

Metlakatla Development Corporation and Williams Moving amp Storage (BC) Ltd

Gat Leedm Logistics is responsible for all land based transportation under the Gat Leedm flag Gat Leedm Logistics is operated by Williams Moving amp Storage which has provided transportation services to the Prince Rupert area for over 40 years

Williams Moving amp Storage started by providing relocation and storage services to Prince Rupert and the surrounding area Williams added freight forwarding heavy haul and low bed services to its resume when it purchased Lindsayrsquos Cartage amp Storage

Williamsrsquo Prince Rupert depot now operates a full service relocation company storage facility and container examination facility at The Port of Prince Rupert The depot is supported by a complete freight

heavy haul and low bed fleet as well as a trucking equipment rental service

Top of the line equipment coupled with its extensive network of partners and alliances make Gat Leedm Logistics LLP the premier provider of transportation and logistics in northern British Columbia

gAT leedm mArine serviCes llp

A joint venture LLP between the Metlakatla Development Corporation and Island Tug amp Barge Ltd

Gat Leedm Marine specializes in Barging and Project Towing Their range of tugs and barges combined with their customer focused crews and service levels are capable of handling any challenging marine tow from near coastal to international offshore

They are also active in Marine Construction through ITB Marine Projects ITB is BCrsquos only domestic supplier of

gAT leedm mArine CAn provide fuel To Any norThern loCATion As well As A CompleTe rAnge of fuel supply ChAin mAnAgemenT serviCes inCluding invenTory mAnAgemenT TAnk fArm mAnAgemenT emergenCy response And siTe seCuriTy TrAining

TransporTaTion


submarine cable services since 1965 They can provide a wide range of marine services including subsea cable DP2 construction barges ROVrsquos commercial diving and marine salvage

Lastly Gat Leedm Marine is well versed in Fuel Sales amp Logistics Through ITB Fuels they can provide fuel to any Northern location as well as a complete range of fuel Supply Chain management services including inventory management tank farm management emergency response and site security training

Together both branches of Gat Leedm Transportation work together to offer unparalleled logistics service to northwestern BC by way of land and sea Since its inception in 2012 Gat has been involved in many projects including locomotive fuel trans-loading for CN Rail Ridley Island Coal Project hauling transmission towers for Vallard

Constructionrsquos NTL Project lowbedcontainer hauling services and spreading ballasts for both PNR Rail and Pinnacle Pellets

The logoThe Gat Leedm logo was designed by

Prince Rupert based artist Russell Mather Below is Russellrsquos explanation of the logo

ldquoIn the Tsrsquomsyen nation we have four main crests in protocol they are Eagle Raven Wolf and Blackfish also referred to as killer whale Usually on the coast and parts of the interior we have crests some places have crests similar or sub crests that are related to our main four crest system

The crests are done in red and black these are colors used by artists regionally The nautical star has two meanings when first asked to do a logo that could cover both sea and land the logical choice would be a sense of direction If you look in the

center of the logo you will see a circle this represents the point of origin From that point we have the headings of the compass as well as the sub headings If you are moving around or moving items around you start at one point and head out making one or several stops until you or your item(s) reaches its destination

The four crests in areas that worked with the overall design the Eagle ended up in the northwest heading Raven ended up in the northeast Wolf is in the southeast and finally the Blackfish is in the southwest

No matter where you go you have a sense of where you have come from and an idea of where yoursquore going and with that lsquoEveryone Returns Home Safelyrsquordquo


CN is a proud supporter of the 2013 National Aboriginal Business Opportunities Conference Series

CN is committed to maintaining close mutually rewarding relations with First Nations across our network through employment investment and partnerships with First Nations communities The more closely we work together the brighter the future will be

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aboriGiNal busiNess veNturesto Jv or lP that is the questioN

Lawyers are like dentists (except most children arenrsquot yet afraid of lawyers) all too often a client does not walk in the door until they already have a problem or a toothache More specifically it is definitely a trend in my Aboriginal business law practice that by the time legal counsel is brought into the deal both sides think the ldquodeal is donerdquo and they just want someone to ldquopaper itrdquo Or worse it is a signed deal that has gone wrong and there is a hope that there is an exit point My job is to help you maintain that consensus with the other side by not upsetting the balance of a deal and anticipate exit points

A big question that I think should be freely answered is about the best business vehicle for an Aboriginal-Industry collaborative venture Is a Joint Venture Agreement Limited Partnership or Limited Liability Partnership best for our business venture The answer is definitively - limited partnership Let me explain

First Nations should establish a business

structure that (1) benefits the First Nation collectively (2) increases the capacity of the First Nation (3) offers flexibility and fosters economic growth amp development (4) subscribes to principles of good business governance and (5) maximizes tax efficiencies More and more progressive business partners explore the legal advantages that First Nations bring to the table Ignoring the preferential tax status of a First Nation partner is simply bad business

As for structure as mostly people know Limited Partnershiprsquos (ldquoLPrdquo) are the flavor of the month for First Nations wanting to create a business entity while taking advantage of limited liability and the Indian Act tax exemption

There are not a lot of reasons why an LP is superior to a joint venture (ldquoJVrdquo) but even if you decided to build a contractual JV (an incorporated JV Co would introduce a layer of tax a First Nation and their business partner would not want to see at the JV level) we would probably suggest the Nationrsquos participant in that JV be an LP so as to shelter the Nation from liability and get the Nationrsquos share of the JVrsquos profits up to the Nation without another layer of tax

Contractual JVrsquos require drafting and negotiation of almost 100 of the ldquorules of the roadrdquo for the JV whereas in an LP structure some of what you need is already provided for in the Partnership Act so for that reason many will say a JV is harder or more painful to set up (particularly when parties simply want to get on with business and donrsquot have the luxury of time to think of what rules they need to govern every pitfall) but a JV provides more flexibility for those who want to sweat out all the details and have the resources to do so Finally an unincorporated JV has no legal entity to sign contracts bids etc so even in that case you typically wind up with some corporate entity even if just to hold title to JV assets (especially any land or land rights) as a bare trustee for the JV

So all things considered yoursquore probably looking at an LP unless the Nation has a well-worn JV path they like and want to replicate

In short formJOINt VeNtuRe (JV) PRO Each venture claims depreciation separatelyCON Sometimes difficult to ensure it is not a general partnership (with liability issues)Limited Partnership (LP) PRO Flow-through for tax purposes so no corporate-level tax for First Nationrsquos share of incomeCON Must be careful to maintain limited liability status liability protection not as good as with a corporation Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) bull Never chosen over an LP should use instead of a General Partnershipbull Only a viable alternative if an LP structure will not work (eg participation of partners in business)

On a closing note I would like to say that this flurry of business ventures is extraordinary In truth I think there is more business to be done among Aboriginal Peoples and smaller industry than the larger scale projects in impact benefit agreements Smaller scale business ventures are more reflective of the size of most communities and most industry This may be the first generation of Aboriginal entrepreneurs but we are adapting quickly

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smAller sCAle business venTures Are more refleC-Tive of The size of mosT CommuniTies And mosT indusTry This mAy be The firsT generATion of AboriginAl enTrepreneurs buT we Are AdApTing quiCkly


Learn a Career While Earning a Livingbecome a tradesperson

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Studying for a trade means spending about 80 of your time working in the trade and 20 in class letting you earn while you learn After passing Red Seal certification many trades let you work anywhere in Canada without further certification

Learn more about ITA Aboriginal Initiatives and training at

itarsquos GaRy McdeRMott Receives Queenrsquos Jubilee Medal

Gary McDermott Director of Aboriginal Initiatives at Industry Training Authority (ITA) started his career 20 years ago in public service working in BC Ministry of Child and Family Development The common link Gary says is the chance to work with Aboriginal people ldquoBeing Cree from northern Alberta itrsquos a personal choicerdquo

His enduring commitment was recognized in February 2013 when on behalf of the Lieutenant Governor ITA Chief Executive Officer Kevin Evans presented Gary with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal ldquoItrsquos a very gratifying experience after working for so longrdquo said McDermott

McDermott first studied as a Professional Cook then after 17 years working in the trade returned to school and acquired a Bachelors degree in Social Work while continuing working in food services ldquoSince my first 30 years of life had

no contact with my (Aboriginal) people I wanted to be able to work with them now that I felt I had something to offerrdquo A foster child growing up on a farm in northern Alberta McDermott says ldquoThe Aboriginal community is a place where I feel comfortable accepted and lets me give backrdquo He believes that we need to support each other (Aboriginal and all peoples) with moving forward

With a trades background McDermott understood the benefits trades provided him in preparing for continuing his career and how it can teach others strong work ethics precision and responsibility and help First Nations be a part of the economy and build community

Created in 2012 to mark Queen Elizabeth IIrsquos sixtieth year of accession to the Throne as Queen of Canada the Diamond Jubilee award was created as a way to honour significant contributions and achievements of Canadians McDermott along with fellow

ITA Aboriginal Advisory Council members Jerry Asp (Tahltan Nation) and John Harper are recipients of the Queenrsquos Jubilee Medals

chief executive officer Kevin evans presenting Gary mcDermott with the Queen elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal

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Firefox brings a unique blend of firefighting and business expertise to position the company as a strategic partner for all your wildfire requirements Our mission is to provide innovative products services and training to aboriginal communitieswwwfirefoxfiresolutionscom

Come and see a demonstration of our mobile fire trailer (our latest innovation) at the NABOC Conference in Prince Rupert BC - April 16-18th 2013Firefox Fire Solutions is proud to be a Corporate Sponsor of the Charity Golf Tournament

PRoTeCTING youR CommuNITy fRom WIlDfIRe

Fire is a natural element in any forest or grassland and can never be eliminated and like a storm avalanche flood or earthquake it is a powerful force of change in nature The impact of a wildfire is devastating and recovery from it is often long-term Some people never really recover from its effects Wildfires do not recognize jurisdictional or political boundaries do not care if you are wealthy or poor and do not wait until you have resolved interagency differences or until your response training is completed and your equipment is ready

Making a community FireSmart involves a series of projects by communities individuals and by partner agencies Everyone has a responsibility when it comes to the wildlandurban interface fire and that includes every homeowner in each Aboriginal community Band Councils and local emergency response teams must ensure that they have a Strategic Wildfire

Management and Response Plan in place Now is the time to reduce the threat of a wildfire to your community not when the fire is at your doorstep Slave Lake Alberta in May 2011 experienced a devastating loss of some 475 structures because there was no adequate emergency preparedness plan in place to cope with the destruction that occurred from that wildfire The costs of the Slave Lake fire will exceed $1 Billion by the time that all claims are settled and it will take ten years or longer for that community to recover

A Strategic Wildfire Management and Response Plan should include mitigating fuel loads making structures more fireproof training personnel in the art

of wildland firefighting as well as purchasing

the appropriate fire fighting

equipment and products to utilize

in the initial attackfirst response Through

effective consultation with First Nations leaders and collaboration with our strategic partners we can design and deliver a comprehensive and cost- effective solution through our Wildland Fire Defence Program

For more information on the Firefox Wildland Fire Defence program please visit our website at wwwfirefoxfiresolutionscom or should you be at the NABOC event in Prince Rupert in April 2013 please come by and visit with us at our outdoor display

Now is the time to reduce the threat of a wildfire to your commuNIty Not wheN the fIre Is at your doorsteP

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The Gat Leedm rock trucks are moving massive piles of rock every day to use as fill for the upcoming rail corridor expansion project in Prince Rupert BC The total volume of rock that will be moved during this project is over 500000 cubic metres Itrsquos an $80 million project being carried out for CN Rail and Ridley Terminals to prepare for the increased rail traffic coming as a result of 4 new terminals being proposed for the area

Director of Operations for the Metlaktala Development Corporation Ryan Leighton watches as the trucks come and go from

the Ridley Island site ldquoThis project has been in the works for over 10 years and itrsquos great to see it finally happeningrdquo said Ryan when we interviewed him onsite ldquothose are our members driving those trucks earning good money and being able to go home every night in their own communityrdquo

Gat Leedm is just one of the numerous partnerships that the rapidly growing Metlakatla Development Corporation (MDC) is forming in the northwest region of BC Gat Leedm (which means lsquostrongrsquo in the Tsimshian language) is a majority

owned partnership between MDC Island Tug and Barge and Williams Transportation that was formed to provide land and water based logistics services to the region JJM Construction and Emil Anderson Construction are also partners on the rail corridor expansion providing technical expertise equipment and personnel where needed

Chief Harold Leighton is the CEO of MDC and has been at the helm since its formation in 1987 his vision for his community is finally coming to fruition with

above ridley terminals Prince rupert Bc

metlakatla develoPmeNt corPoratioN ndash CelebrATes 25 yeArs in business on The norTh CoAsT of bC


the recent historic accommodation

agreement signed with the federal government over

the Prince Rupert Port lands part of the

traditional territory of the Nine Allied Tribes

who form the Metlakatla and Lax Kwrsquoalaams First

Nations MDC is working in

partnership on a number of fronts and intends to ensure they

are involved in all aspects of land and business development in their territory

ldquoMDCrsquos mandate is to make sure our membership is well provided for both

socially and economically and that our future members have a healthy financial legacy to ensure they are given the best start in life and good employment opportunities when they graduaterdquo said Chief Leighton

A recent acquisition of MDC is a 6700sq ft office building in the centre of Prince Rupert MDC intends to fill the building with its project partners and use it as the hub of activity for all of its upcoming projects and operations ldquoIt made sense to purchase a building to centralize our operations and have all of our partners in the same place itrsquoll really help the efficiency and communication between our teamrdquo said Ryan

Ottawarsquos recent announcement on

December 13th that it intends to sell the Crown Corporation Ridley Terminals Inc (RTI) which operates Prince Rupertrsquos bulk-handling facility - Ridley Terminals is of great interest to MDC who are considering a partnership to purchase and operate the facility In 2011 RTI reported a net operating profit of $34 million The expanding terminal plans to more than double its current capacity of 12 million tonnes by 2014 The terminal transfers bulk commodities from rail cars onto ships

ldquoRidley Terminals once operated at a loss requiring millions in government support but now is an asset of considerable valuerdquo said Minister of State for Finance Ted Menzies ldquoPrivate ownership will allow the terminal to maximize its contribution to economic growth jobs and new investmentsrdquo

MDC also operates a very successful gas station on reserve land just outside the city the volume of fuel sales has grown from a few thousand litres in 2007 to over 3 million litres in 2012 MDC plans to become the largest fuel distributor in the northwest of BC through a mix of partnerships and strategic acquisitions

Our visit to Prince Rupert was really inspiring and we hope to see more communities following the example of groups like MDC and fulfil their economic development opportunities we wish the community and leadership of Metlakatla the very best for the future

above Left the Gat Leedm rock truck fleetabove right Gat Leedm refueling truckBottom Left mDcrsquos new project headquarters

chief harold Leighton

those are our members driviNG those trucks earN-ING GooD moNey aND beiNG able to Go home every NIGht IN theIr oWN commuNIty


BDCrsquoS FIRST-HAND ABORIGINAL EXPERTISE HELPS YOU GROW YOUR BUSINESS

bdcca

Monica JamesManager Aboriginal Business Services204 983-8924

BDc eNTRePReNeuRs fIRsTSmall and medium-sized businesses

are the engine of the Canadian economy They account for 998 of all Canadian companies and employ more than 60 of private sector workers Their success is vital to Canadarsquos prosperity

The Business Development of Canada (BDC) is the only bank dedicated exclusively to entrepreneurs and thatrsquos why we are such a great partner for 28000 small and medium-sized companies across Canada

A financial institution wholly-owned by the Government of Canada BDC has been serving entrepreneurs for more than 65 years Our motto is Entrepreneurs First and we strive to make that a reality each and every day

We help build strong profitable businesses by offering flexible long-term financing and consulting services adapted to the needs of small and medium-sized companies

finAnCing ouT of The boxbull Companies can look to BDC for a variety of financing solutions from extra money to protect cash-flow while implementing new projects to financing real-estate acquisitions or equipment purchases bull For example BDC has made it easier to obtain the equipment your business needs Our Equipment Line allows you to make equipment purchases over a 12-month period This way you can negotiate with confidence knowing that financing is in placebull Our flexible long-term financing complements that available from private-sector financial institutions

Top-noTCh ConsulTing serviCesbull Entrepreneurs need more than financing They also need advice they can count on at a price they can afford Thatrsquos where BDC Consulting can helpbull BDCrsquos business experts advise

entrepreneurs on overcoming key challenges including in such areas as market development strategic planning transition planning financial management operational efficiency technology and innovation

AboriginAl bAnkingOver 37000 Aboriginal people run their own companies To help them take their businesses to the next level BDCrsquos Aboriginal Banking offers customized long-term and flexible solutions specially designed for Aboriginal entrepreneurs bull Under the Growth capital for aboriginal Business program Aboriginal entrepreneurs can obtain financing to a maximum amount of $25000 for start-ups and up to $100000 for existing businesses at favorable rates BDC believes in working with the community and will refund a portion of the interest paid on a loan to a community organization of charity chosen by the borrower through a special provision bullthe aboriginal Business Development fund combines financing with management training and ongoing mento rship Funds are directed to local Aboriginal organizations allowing them to allocate the money to local entrepreneurs

Financing in the First Nation market is best described in a 3-tier system The first tier is lending directly to a First Nation Band which BDC cannot finance as the Band is not considered a business The second tier is lending to a First Nation community-owned business which could be structured as a joint venture The final tier is lending directly to First Nation individual-owned businesses BDC can play a role in the second and third tiers

BDC favours strategic alliances with other financial institutions to give Aboriginal entrepreneurs greater flexibility to seize opportunities overcome the unexpected and attract additional financing

We have developed strong partnerships in the Aboriginal market including with the Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation North Central Community Futures Development Corporation the Eeyou Economic Group CFDC Inc and Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada

BDC Consulting has delivered over 150 consulting mandates to Aboriginal clients in Canada helping them in areas such as strategic and business planning financial management and ISO certification

There is a world of opportunity out there To find out more about how BDC can help your business become more competitive growth-oriented and profitable visit wwwbdcca or give us a call

BusINess BDCCA


A unique office centre is opening in Prince Rupert on June 1st of this year The Tricorp building familiar to those who do business in Prince Rupert is being transformed into a high quality packaged office space Pacific Northwest LNG Metlakatla Development Corporation (MDC) and several of MDCrsquos project partners are already lined up to become tenants In addition a multi-disciplinary business focused group of professional firms have come to together to service the growing needs of both First Nations and private sector businesses in northern BC By sharing the same office building they will be able to offer a ldquoone-stoprdquo solution for all kinds of projects and business needs There are 9 firms involved so far and more are coming onboard as the words spreads

2G GrouP has taken on the management and operation of the building and will also provide their range of lsquorelationship buildingrsquo services onsite 2G has been in the lsquoAboriginal industryrsquo since 1992 and has developed a network of contacts second to none Organizations seeking advice on ldquowho to hirerdquo for sensitive relationship focused contracts can rely on 2G to provide the right recommendations

mastertoN laNd services offers expertise in mineral exploration negotiating lands amp rights-of-way for natural gas pipelines First Nations engagement public consultation project management environmental volunteerism and community projects Principal of the firm Sandy Masterton ldquoappreciates that an individual life-span is short but the creation of good projects vibrant local economies

and healthy communities goes on foreverrdquo Sandy can be reached at 250-702-2620

PiNPoiNt coNsultiNG iNc offers over 30 years of experience in a variety of areas including social and economic development First Nation community development business and strategic planning post-secondary employment and training policy development and advice on regulatory issues CEO of the firm Lisa Nye is ldquoexcited to be part of an experienced and collaborative team that can translate ideas into real social business and economic achievements There are so many opportunities in the region and we need to work with the communities to capitalize on these opportunities in the best way possiblerdquo Lisarsquos email is lnyepinpointconsultinggmailcom ecora eNGiNeeriNG amp resource GrouP wwwecoraca - is a natural resource and engineering consulting company that provides strategic and operational guidance related to natural resource issues across multiple sectors specifically in GIS analysis and solutions environmental assessments civil and structural engineering resource inventories and land use planning and analysisEcora has a team of over 40 professionals with core values of excellence and innovation and a strong commitment to their staff clients community and the environment President of Ecora Kelly Sherman can be reached at kellyshermanecoraca

tewaNee coNsultiNG GrouP (tcG)wwwtewaneegroupca - offers unparalleled experience in Aboriginal relations and

communications Since 2000 TCG has worked with First Nations corporate Canada and government agencies to build meaningful Aboriginal partnerships and deliver communications strategies and strategic planning TCG creates meaningful

busiNess resources ceNtre opening in prinCe ruperT bC

there are 9 firms iNvolved so far aNd more are com-iNG oNboard as the words sPreads


partnerships between Aboriginal and private sector groups offers communications services which include public amp media relations speaking engagements amp facilitation communications products branding video production and social media strategies In partnership with Westkey Graphics TCG also offers small to large-scale print capability of business forms envelopes amp cheques labels amp stickers signage amp wide format and packaging solutions Contact TCG at infotewaneegroupca

vero maNaGemeNt iNc was founded in 2009 by Gail Murray and offers strategic advice and services designed with First Nations communities in mind Vero Management engages in select strategic projects and guarantees excellent results They offer creative solutions and a holistic approach to those wanting to build business success Verorsquos consulting services

include labour market research customized education and training programs conflict resolution and relationship management services economic and community development business and contract management services financial management and advisory services government relations on a federal provincial municipal and First Nations level corporateAboriginal relations management Contact Verorsquos President at gailmurray1gmailcom

kcd coNsultiNG iNc wwwkcdconsultingcom - is owned by Keith Henry a Meacutetis person born in Thompson Manitoba and raised in Prince Albert Saskatchewan Since 1998 Mr Henry has led numerous provincial federal and industry negotiations on a variety of issues He has been directly responsible for financial administration of a number of Aboriginal non-profits and has a proven track record of success KCD specializes in human resource

development economic development project delivery strategic planning negotiation and leadership development Contact Keith at keithalfredhenrygmailcom

the bleNded caPital GrouP (tbcG) builds on a global network of expertise across investment finance policy issues and international relations TBCG is positioned to serve both institutions that supply capital and those that need it TBCGrsquos advisory services are focused on sourcing capital from global financial markets for new and existing projects and institutions development of capital raising strategies for entrepreneurs assisting companies and communities seeking sustainability-focused finance and investment communication of investment opportunities to mainstream institutional investors as well as high net worth individuals and family offices development of environmental social and governance (ESG) polices for projects across a range of asset classes Contact Canadian Partner Neil Philcox at nbpblendedcapitalcom

2BaDGers coNsuLtING INcrsquos vision is to assist in the creation of successful long-term sustainable relationships between the Aboriginal Peoples of Canada and the private sector resulting in independent economically sound socially and environmentally responsible businesses and communities With broad and evolving service offerings and a commitment to long term development of their employees 2 Badgers offers a one of a kind approach to industry consulting with diversity of knowledge ideas capabilities and staff They aim to foster mutually beneficial partnerships between industry and First Nations that will strengthen both the communities and the economy while cultivating a new set of business practices centred upon social impact and corporate responsibility Contact Dion Arnouse President of 2Badgers at dion2badgersca

The centre located at 344 2nd Avenue West in Prince Rupertrsquos downtown core will be a great resource for both First Nations and private sector businesses in future and the range of disciplines offered at the centre continues to grow as more firms become involved Organizations interested in becoming tenants at the centre should contact 2G Group President Geoff Greenwell at geoff2ggroupca or Toll free 1-866-284-8322

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Packaged

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for LeaseJuNe 1st

Coastal Business ResouRCes CentRe - 344 2nd avenue West PRinCe RuPeRt BC

Located at 344 2nd Avenue West in the heart of Prince Rupertrsquos downtown core the 6700 square foot newly renovated state of the art Coastal Business Resources Centre is the cityrsquos newest and highest quality packaged office space solutionOwned by the Metlakatla Development Corporation the 2 storey building offers street level access and high visibility as it is located on the main business street in the city Tenants can receive mail and courier deliveries at the centre and use it as their operating addressThe building offers 11 unique individual office spaces as well as 2 shared boardrooms fitted with built in AV systems and capable of accommodating meetings of up to 16 and 24 Each office is fully furnished and comes with hi-speed internet and VOIP phone system connections and there is a centrally networked high speed colour copierscannerfax offering bulk rates to tenants The building also has a fully outfitted kitchen washrooms on each floor receptionist service cleaning service

24 hour7 days per week access with individual alarm codes ample free parking and good proximity to all local amenities Rents include all utilities phone and internet access costs

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the folloWing offiCes aRe availaBle foR a minimum of a 12 month lease and Can Be shaRed By uP to 2 useR gRouPs

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theRe is also an oPen BullPen style aRea of 400 squaRe feet that has 6 CuBi-Cles With inteRnetvoiP Phone aCCess availaBle foR Rental on a daily Weekly oR monthly Basis as folloWs

yeaRly tenants aRe entitled to PlaCe a CoRPoRate sign in the loBBy of the Building that ConfoRms With the design RequiRements Contained in the lease theRe is also a CooPeRative maRketing sCheme in PlaCe foR the CentRe WhiCh Will Benefit all tenants

theRe is nothing else like this sPaCe in PRinCe RuPeRt the lease PRiCes aRe faR moRe Cost effeCtive than setting uP youR oWn individual offiCe sPaCe the CentRe is alReady 60 Leased after onLy 2 week of advertising so donrsquot deLay if you are interested

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Embark Engineering Limited Partnership (Embark) is a First Nation company formed in 2012 by the Lax Kwrsquoalaams Band and Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Ltd The Lax Kwrsquoalaams Band is one of the largest bands in British Columbia by population Through its various business interests the Lax Kwrsquoalaams Band annually generates over $200 million in business activity in the north coast economy Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Ltd (KWL) is a well-known and established multidisciplinary engineering firm that has operated in Western Canada since 1975 The two partners Lax Kwrsquoalaams and KWL have a long established relationship of working together

Embark provides engineering and management services through KWL which include planning through to design construction and commissioning of municipal

infrastructure and resource management Embark is dedicated to providing excellence in engineering and attentive client service

Creating Career and Business opportunities for aBoriginaLsEmbark is committed to the journey of building careers for First Nation members by supporting educational and training programs and empowering positive member-driven change One of Embarkrsquos goals is to contribute to a strong engineering and geoscience workforce by creating career opportunities for aboriginal people Embark is working with aboriginal outreach groups to provide learning experiences These include supporting summer science camps for elementary school students working with colleges and universities

to increase support for aboriginals providing career guidance training and mentoring to aboriginals recruiting aboriginal staff and promoting aboriginal businesses This program has been well received by many aboriginals schools and other education providers

The Embark corporate logo is the frog which for many First Nation people represents the voice of the people and creates unity and agreement The frog is productive shares knowledge and teaches by example The frog is also the measure of the health of the environment The frog stands for what we believe in working with community and project proponents to create sustainable economic development that is delivered in a manner that protects the ecosystem health


KeePING IT

RIelWell believe it or not the month of March

2013 will forever be remembered in the history of Meacutetis people as the one of the historic changes regarding the legal rights of Meacutetis people in this country On Friday March 8th the Supreme Court of Canada ruled on a case that has been before the courts since the 1980s The Supreme Court ruled 6-2 that ldquoThe Federal Crown failed to implement the land grant provision set out in s31 of the Manitoba Act 1870 in accordance with the honour of the Crownrdquo

According to Chief Justice Beverley McLachlin and Justice Andromache Karakatsanis ldquoSo long as the issue remains outstanding the goal of reconciliation and constitutional harmony recognized in s 35 of the Charter and underlying s 31 of the Manitoba Act remains unachieved The ongoing rift in the national fabric that s 31 was adopted to cure remains unremediedrdquo

What to make of this ruling for Meacutetis people across the country For one thing the recognition and entrenchment of Metis constitutional rights is important The possibility of future negotiations is important and hopeful These ideas are significant to all Canadians Yet many in our Meacutetis community were disappointed by the Supreme Court decision not to allow for a breach of fiduciary duty We assume that the Supreme Court didnrsquot want to deal with the compensatory issues that went along with a fiduciary breach

The real intrigue is outside the courtroom In predictable self congratulatory fashion the Manitoba Meacutetis Federation (MMF) website trumpeted in response ldquoThe MMF has WON our Supreme Court Land Claims case History has been maderdquo According to MMF President Chartrand on news reports there is national pride ldquoTheyrsquore crying and theyrsquore phoningrdquo Apparently there were live video streams and celebratory events in Manitoba at national places of Metis significance Jason Madden a

lawyer for the MMF optimistically stated that this ruling sets the stage for future negotiations

Stepping back from the euphoria and the ongoing reality facing our Nation is that Meacutetis in British Columbia and several other areas of Canada are mired down with mountains of injustice The real question to ask MMF President Chartrand and company is whose history are we making The current political pathway by mainstream governments and co-opted political Meacutetis elites undermines any real remedies They donrsquot connect the dots with historical colonial injustice and their own current impasses Governments must acknowledge that land claims negotiation and meaningful self government are both important to all Meacutetis constitutional people

The real unfinished business is where grass roots Meacutetis people get educated get involved in politics and community development to get on with the task of negotiating a historical identity and corresponding structures and policies that are fair and inclusive of Meacutetis people and values Most Canadians have no idea why this so called ldquorift in the national fabricrdquo has arisen much less if these historical events in Canadarsquos past had anything to do with current impasses

In Canadian treaty history choice was an important component for Aboriginal people in constructing and maintaining historical uniqueness as they negotiated with the Crown Among Meacutetis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) communities in BC a coercive Meacutetis politics is tainted with acrimony and reproach They understand nationhood largely as a mechanism for social control MNBC and their allies want to take credit for legal decisions and historical narratives and control the way these ideas are explained to the general public As one example history tells us that there is no single way of being Meacutetis Yet organizations like MNBC employ policies without consultation that subtly coerce people into in-groups and out-groups Many Meacutetis in British Columbia feel that the

current direction of these groups is just another form of gradual assimilation not to mention the years of organizational mismanagement

This Supreme Court case is a stark reminder that if Meacutetis people view the honor of the Crown in its fullest meanings the historic MetisCanadian relationship is not a zero-sum game to be manipulated by various interest groups for power land and rights which will likely be the end result This would not be just

If we truly want ldquoremediesrdquo then governments corporations and other mainstream institutions in Canada can no longer ignore Metis people and communities regardless of political affiliations Our pathway to reconciliation doesnrsquot have to be paternalistic Meacutetis truly have something to contribute to the national fabric so reconciliation is also about cultivating interdependence for all

This national ruling and its implications point to a Meacutetis treaty history that remains largely unknown to other Aboriginal and non Aboriginal Canadians The recent Supreme Court ruling was a great victory in many regards but it will likely have little impact if any to Meacutetis people from outside of Manitoba More concerning is that fact that there are several outstanding First Nations land claims and treaty issues before the Federal Government therefore I do not see any short term windfall as current Meacutetis propaganda seems to be suggesting The current Federal Government will likely remain quiet for some time as they contemplate next steps and an official response

Canadians and their governments are all responsible to cultivate a shared history with Canadarsquos Meacutetis peoples we should not have to continue legal actions to correct such injustice

Thank you Joe Desjarlais (BC Meacutetis Federation board member) for the joint work on this monthrsquos submission

For more information about the BC Meacutetis Federation please go to our website wwwbcmetiscom

Just trying to keep it Riel

Keith henry

KeePING IT RIel KeITH HeNRy - PResIDeNT BC meacuteTIs feDeRATIoN KHeNRyBCmeTIsCom


loCAl CompAnyrsquos firsT sTore To be lsquomore thaN a storersquo

Mother Earth Essentials is opening their first retail store on Monday April 1 and owners say it will lsquomore than a store but also a community gathering placersquo Mother Earth Essentials utilizes traditional aboriginal knowledge to create a high quality award winning line bath body and tea products made in the county of Lac Ste Anne The grand opening will take place on April 1 2 and 3 from 10 am until 5 pm Free tea and bannock and an opportunity to meet Elder Francis Whiskeyjack at 1 pm on the 1st at 12306 ndash 111 ave

The couple resides in Edmonton and are excited to open the store They had a temporary kiosk 2 years ago at Edmonton City Centre and this gave them a push to move ahead with a permanent location The new location will not only be a central location to pack and ship orders made on their

website but also a place where local customers can stop in for a traditional tea and healthy piece of bannock and browse at the products first hand ldquoYou canrsquot smell how wonderful Blueberry Balsam Facial Cleanser smells when you order onlinerdquo says Carrie who was recently presented with the Aboriginal Woman Entrepreneur Award of Distinction Award through the Alberta Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Alberta Aboriginal Relations Darrell discussed the importance of community and the upcoming classes such as medicinal plant sessions and traditional crafts designed to help preserve the traditional knowledge ndash one of the driving forces behind the inception of the company

Carrie is Metis Cree with ancestor from the

BusINess moTHeReARTHesseNTIAlsCA


Michele Band in Lac Ste Anne while Darrell is a member of the Swan River First Nation Both are educators with over 20 yearsrsquo experience in Aboriginal education ldquoThe passion behind Mother Earth Essentials grew through our deep respect for Aboriginal culture ceremonies and traditions As a young girl I remember gathering plants amp berries with my Grandmother while she shared her stories and understanding of traditional plants and their usesrdquo

Carrie and Darrell gained valuable experience working as teachers in Aboriginal Education Mother Earth Essentials has

proven to be the creative outlet enabling them to incorporate their passions for nature and the preservation of Aboriginal practices into their vocation They were frustrated by the general publicrsquos lack of awareness regarding the significant contributions Aboriginal people have made in the areas of plants and their medicinal uses With over 15 years of experience in the cosmetic industry Carrie never came across any product that utilized Aboriginal knowledge She wanted to bring beautiful scents such as sweetgrass sage wild mint wild rose berries and cedar to the general public The labels on their

products contain the stories of the plants and their traditional uses

ldquoWe are thrilled to have Elder Francis Whiskeyjack as a part of our grand opening celebrationrdquo states Carrie ldquoFrancis has been a wonderful supporter of our business Through his wisdom and spiritual guidance Francis was instrumental in helping us run cultural camps at on our land as a means of preserving aboriginal knowledgerdquo

Mother Earth Essentials also sells to approximately 75 retail stores across Canada and has also recently developed a hotel amenity line of soaps shampoo and lotion featured in the Sawridge Hotel Chain ldquowe pride ourselves in utilizing green technologies such as our biodegradable bottles that break down in 1-2 years as opposed to one hundred years with regular plastic Our hotel amenity line has already won a finalist spot in the prestigious HBA Cosmetic Packaging Awards in the Green Category

i remember gAThering plAnTs amp berries wiTh my grAndmoTher while she shAred her sTories And undersTAnding of TrAdiTionAl plAnTs And Their uses


Learn more at spectraenergycom

Stronger Together

The fabric of community is strengthened by collaboration hellip unity of purpose hellip and the merging of diverse perspectives

For more than half a century Spectra Energy has acted upon those principles ndash and our commitment to being an engaged and responsible neighbour to all including our Aboriginal partners Wersquore stronger together when the communities we serve share in the benefits of our business ndash a business developed with respect for the environment and an understanding of the rich cultural history of its people

AboriginAl CommuniTies And speCTrA energy we succeed toGether

British Columbia enjoys an abundance of natural gas with vast reserves that are growing as new discoveries are made This will create opportunities and provide benefits across the province throughout Canada and beyond Spectra Energyrsquos commitment is to support Aboriginal

communities and businesses to take advantage of the opportunities that this growth creates

Today the natural gas sector supports more than 600000 jobs in Canada and our industry directly employs 12000 British Columbians The good news gets

even better increased production from our immense natural gas reserves is expected to add more than 130000 Canadian jobs by 2035

As we work to deliver on this opportunity and grow our business in a safe and sustainable manner Spectra Energy will continue to build on its long legacy of supporting the communities and local businesses where we live and work We support programs that build capacity for economic development and contribute substantive benefit to Aboriginal communities including employment opportunities education business and entrepreneurial skills Our economic development efforts focus on increasing employment and business opportunities for Aboriginal people within our company through our key contractors to significantly increase Aboriginal participation in their work and across the energy sector

It is our ongoing goal that communities share in the benefit of our business

our eConomiC developmenT ef-forTs foCus on inCreAsing employ-menT And business opporTuniTies for AboriginAl people wiThin our Com-pAny Through our key ConTrACTors To signifiCAnTly inCreAse Aborigi-nAl pArTiCipATion in Their work And ACross The energy seCTor

BusINess sPeCTRAeNeRGyCom


Wersquore linking a world of opportunityJoint venture companies including partners from local First Nations are building the eight-kilometre Road Rail and Utility Corridor at the Port of Prince Rupertrsquos Ridley Island Industrial Site Itrsquos just one example of our commitment to the growth of a world-class trade gateway that connects opportunities around the world to those at home

wwwrupertportcom | rupertport

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Pacific NorthWest LNG is excited to participate in the 2013 National Aboriginal Business Opportunities Conference series

We are committed to finding opportunities and partnerships with First NationsPacific NorthWest LNG is a proposed Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) liquefaction and export facility on Lelu Island within the District of Port Edward on land administered by the Port of Prince Rupert The facility representing an investment of $9 billion to $11 billion will create up to 3500 new construction jobs at peak activity and the export facility will create 200 to 300 new ongoing operational jobs

For more information please visit our website at

PacificNorthWestLNGcom


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The impending labour shortage due to the retirement of the baby boomer generation is well documented and is already beginning to present serious challenges for companies and organizations all across Canada Specific industries such as construction are facing massive challenges in finding employees due to the enormous natural resource projects in both BC and Alberta competing for an ever decreasing skilled labour pool

Engaging recruitment agencies to assist with attracting and screening potential employees is becoming more popular but it is an expensive and often extremely slow process It is a difficult time for human resource managers as they struggle to make their va- cant positions more attractive than their competitors and fight for employees who have an increasing amount of choices in this lsquobuyersrsquo marketrsquo for career seekers

Similarly postsecondary institutions are also competing with each other quite aggressively in the current market as academia challenges tradesvocation- al

training for the future student pool

One solution to the woes of both employers and educational institutions is the upcoming BC Career Education and Recruitment Fair being held at the Vancouver Convention Centre on May 14th and 15th of this year Experienced event organizers the 2G Group of Companies have partnered with the Pacific News Group (publishers of the Vancouver Sun and Province) and the Aboriginal Human Resource Council of Canada to host BCrsquos biggest Career Fair of 2013

The 2G Group recognized the need for a large national scale career fair and has been working

with their partners on the logistics since last fall This unique event is expected to attract over 150 national employers and post-secondary institutions from a broad range of industry sectors as exhibitors and will be a fantastic opportunity for career seekers The intent of the event is to bring career seekers together with the exhibitors to facilitate employment career advancement and onsite hiring opportunities The response to the Fair so far has been extremely positive with organizations such as the RCMP CSIS

BC Hydro Vancity City of Surrey BMO Canadian Western Bank Royal Roads University Langara College Urban Systems Shell and Aon as well as many others

already registeredThere is also an Aboriginal career

seeker attraction strategy in place and the 2G Group has pulled together a steering committee of high profile Aboriginal business leaders to provide advice to the event planning team The committee members include Brenda Baptiste CAO of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Chief Clarence Louie of the Osoyoos Indian Band Keith Henry CEO of Aboriginal Tourism BC Tewanee Joseph CEO of Tewanee Consulting Group Shain Jackson President of Spirit Works and Merle Alexander a partner with law firm Bull Housser and Tupper

The event planning team will be sending invitations out to all Aboriginal communities across Canada offering their members the opportunity to attend the Fair Through their work hosting multiple annual Aboriginal business related conferences such as the National Aboriginal Business Opportunities Conference and the National Aboriginal Tourism Conference the 2G Group has established great relationships with the Aboriginal sector and anticipates a large attendance from First Nations in BC and Alberta

So for human resource managers and postsecondary institution recruitment staff it looks like this will be a very cost effective opportunity to meet with thou- sands of potential employees and future students

vancouver convention centre - venue for the event



2013 AboriginAl MArketplAce contestAboriginAl MArketplAce is giving

AwAy Free event ticketswe would like to heAr froM your orgAnizAtion shAre

your orgAnizAtionrsquos business stories And if your Article is printed in Any issue of the MAgAzine you win one free ticket to the event of your choice

THe STOrIeS

A broad sample of the areas to be explored include finance business leader-ship finding green opportunities business funding government assistance and obstruction tourism natural resources partnerships between Aboriginal groups and the private sector business community title and rights progress and training initiatives but most of all this is a magazine about opportunity If you have a story yoursquod like to share in the Aboriginal Marketplace magazine please send an email with details to rochelle2ggroupca

April 3rd - 4thNational Aboriginal Tourism Conference Osoyoos BC

April 16th -17thNational Aboriginal Business Opportunities Conference Prince Rupert BC

AboriginAl MArketplAce events

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April 19th West Coast Oil Pipeline SummitVancouver BC

MAy 14th - 15th National Aboriginal Career Fair Vancouver BC

june 25th - 27th Aboriginal Economic Leadership SummitOsoyoos BC

sept 10th - 12th National Aboriginal Business Opportunities ConferenceOsoyoos BC

2013 AboriginAlEconomic lEAdErship

summitosoyoos | JunE 25th - 27th

At the osoyoos IndIAn bAndrsquos spectAculAr nKrsquoMIp resort In brItIsh coluMbIA

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