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Tulo Centre of Indigenous Economics | Building Governments that Build Economies | Learn about our programs in land management, tax admin, and applied economics☟

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After 230 years, Caldwell First Nation is moving home. This journey shows the power of governance and land management in reclaiming identity and community (which our students learn about at the Tulo Centre). Read the news story: cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/c…

Caldwell First Nation is moving home after hundreds of years. Here's what it took to reclaim their...

After fighting to reclaim its land and reunite its community for more than 230 years, Caldwell is celebrating a monumental moment: its people are returning home.

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At the Tulo Centre, we love seeing community-led development in action! Bear River First Nation's Seven Paddles ecotourism project is building an off-grid lodge for cultural exchange, learning, and preserving traditional knowledge. Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scot…

N.S. First Nation to build third lodge along traditional canoe route to Kejimkujik | CBC News

An Indigenous ecotourism project near Digby, N.S., received $250,000 in federal funding this week. Bear River First Nation will build a third gathering place along a traditional Mi'kmaw canoe route. 

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Orijinative Aerial Innovations is using drones to transform forestry and empower First Nations through technology. Read the full Orijinative story: theglobeandmail.com/business…

Flying towards reconciliation: transforming forestry and helping First Nations prosper

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Caldwell First Nation is enhancing flood protection with a $15M upgrade to the Hillman Marsh dike, protecting 3,440 hectares of land. Building capacity for future generations! Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/c…

Caldwell First Nation, Ottawa to upgrade Hillman Marsh dyke with $15M | CBC News

Caldwell First Nation in southwestern Ontario has received more than $15 million from the federal government to help upgrade the southern dike on the Hillman Marsh.

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Chelsee Pettit's win on Bears' Lair highlights Indigenous entrepreneurship and its role in economic independence. The story illustrates a broader movement toward enhancing Indigenous economic self-determination. Read more: squamishchief.com/local-news…

‘The Indigenous economy should be led by Indigenous businesses,’ says ‘Bears’ Lair' winner

Indigenous winner of Dragon’s Den-type shows advocates for economic self-determination, highlights challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs.

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Susan Chiblow of Garden River First Nation is now the first Indigenous woman commissioner with the International Joint Commission, bringing Indigenous knowledge to environmental decision-making. Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/i…

Meet the 1st Indigenous woman to be a commissioner with the International Joint Commission | CBC...

Susan Chiblow, of Garden River First Nation in northern Ontario, is the first Indigenous woman to become a commissioner with the International Joint Commission (IJC).

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Indigenous tourism in Manitoba is thriving, with 170 Indigenous-owned businesses generating $100M in revenue and creating 1,000 jobs. It's a testament to the economic impact of Indigenous entrepreneurship Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/…

Indigenous tourism sector sees substantial growth in Manitoba | CBC News

Manitoba’s Indigenous tourism industry is seeing substantial growth, according to a new report from the Conference Board of Canada. 

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The Whitecap Dakota First Nation are trailblazers. After being the first to implement a development cost charge under the FMA, they are now weaving culture into a $52M thermal spa near Saskatoon. Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatoon…

Sask. First Nation breaks ground on $52M thermal spa near Saskatoon | CBC News

A Saskatchewan First Nation is building a $52-million thermal spa near Saskatoon and is incorporating Dakota culture into its design and construction.

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Like the Tulo Centre, the Indigenous Prosperity Foundation champions Indigenous economic development. Listen to the foundation’s Executive Director Michelle Okere discuss the impact of organizations like this: cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6…

Edmontonian leads organization supporting Indigenous businesses

A national charity that supports Indigenous economic development has a new leader and she's from right here in Edmonton.

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After decades of negotiations, the Kitselas First Nation initiated a treaty with Canada and B.C. for self-governance. This milestone marks a step towards Kitselas' self-determination. Read more about this historic achievement: cbc.ca/news/canada/british-c…

After decades of negotiations, Kitselas First Nation will soon vote on proposed treaty for self-g...

The chief of the Kitselas First Nation has initialled a treaty with the governments of Canada and B.C., marking the end of decades-long negotiations in pursuit of self-governance.  

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At the Tulo Centre, we recognize the role of land reclamation in creating sustainable futures for First Nations. Right now, three First Nations are seeking the return 300 acres of industrial-zoned Crown land in Surrey. Full story: cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6…

Three First Nations seek return of around 120 hectares of Crown land...

Three First Nations are urging Ottawa to return 121.4 hectares (300 acres) of industrial-zoned land in Surrey’s Campbell Heights North neighbourhood. As CBC’s Janella Hamilton reports, the nations...

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First Nations Elders made history by graduating from U of W. Their dedication aligns with the goals of Tulo Centre students, which is to strengthen Indigenous communities. Watch the graduation story: cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6…

First Nations elders make history at U of Winnipeg convocation

A group of First Nations mothers and grandmothers became the first Indigenous cohort to graduate from U of W's developmental studies program. They plan to use their new knowledge to further develop...

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Nadine Jopson, from Alexander Cree Nation, launched one of Canada’s first Indigenous-owned craft soda companies. Featuring low-sugar, plant-based recipes, each can includes Cree translations and QR codes for the Indigenous ingredient details. Learn more: vancouverisawesome.com/food-…

One of Canada’s first Indigenous soda companies launching in New West

Hide-tanning course sparks Indigenous businesswoman's journey to create Heartberry Soda

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BC has changed the Property Law Act & Land Title Acts, removing barriers for First Nations to buy and own land. The change facilitates easier access to land that Nations can use for housing and healthcare projects. Read more: cbc.ca/news/canada/british-c…

New B.C. law removes 'racist relic' preventing First Nations from directly buying land | CBC News

In April, the province introduced legislation that removed barriers to federally recognized First Nations directly acquiring land in B.C. The new legislation came into effect Tuesday.

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Three Yukon First Nations renew a joint land-use planning charter rooted in traditional values and Indigenous knowledge. They're committed to protecting land and water and mapping habitats and cultural sites for land use planning. Learn more: cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.4…

Yukon First Nations renew charter to protect land

Three Yukon First Nations have renewed a joint charter on land use planning. It's called How We Walk with Land and Water. It's driven by First Nations and their traditional values. Virginie Ann has...

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Melanie Benson of the Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation in Sask. innovates traditional medicine with smudge spray. Her smoke-free smudge spray uses essential oils to preserve cultural practices and promote mental wellness. Get the full story: cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.4…

How a smudge spray business is helping this First Nations entrepren...

Melanie Benson, a member of Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation, Sask., started making smudge spray because her daughter was allergic to smoke. The owner of Starblanket, Smudge & Spirit Cree-ations says making...

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Young #Indigenous entrepreneur, Mya Beaudry, expands her business to Greater Sudbury with the launch of a scrunchies vending machine featuring products from Kokom Scrunchies, made from handmade #Kokom scarves significant in First Nations culture. cbc.ca/news/canada/sudbury/s…

She began making scrunchies at 9 to help Ottawa-area youth. Indigenous teen's business now sells...

An Indigenous youth has brought her popular business to northern Ontario, launching a scrunchie vending machine at the New Sudbury Centre shopping mall. Mya Beaudry started making and selling...

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Empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs with resources and support for success. Celebrating Kyle Brennan Shàwinipinesì's commitment to fostering economic empowerment in Indigenous communities. nationalobserver.com/2024/02… #IndigenousEntrepreneurship

Breaking down barriers to get Indigenous businesses online

Kyle Brennan Shàwinipinesì is the senior lead of Build Native with Shopify — the e-commerce platform’s campaign to connect Indigenous entrepreneurs with online stores.

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As Indigenous entrepreneurship gains momentum, these passionate entrepreneurs are at the forefront, bringing Indigenous cultures to new heights. theglobeandmail.com/business…

These businesses are flourishing by serving Indigenous needs first

By seeing Indigenous consumers as customers worth serving, Indigenous entrepreneurs are building successful businesses while fostering cultural pride among communities

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Electric vehicle chargers are opening on Saskatchewan’s Little Black Bear First Nation - among the first Level 3 chargers owned by a #FirstNation in Canada. This milestone marks a breakthrough in First Nations' ownership of vital technology. theglobeandmail.com/drive/mo…

Program helps Indigenous businesses install EV chargers to accelerate climate and business goals

Electric vehicle chargers considered an investment that aligns with cultural values while boosting tourism

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