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In this episode of Let's Bond, we explore the groundbreaking potential of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) in driving Indigenous-led economic development.

Host Jody Anderson, VP, Partnerships, Strategy & Public Affairs, FNFA sits down with Chief Derek Epp of the Ch’íyáqtel First Nation to discuss how First Nations can use SPVs to accelerate major infrastructure projects, create jobs, and build intergenerational prosperity.

We talk about what an SPV is, why they are an important tool for financial sovereignty, and how the FNFA is working to expand its role to directly support these powerful new ventures.

Links and Resources

Jody Anderson on LinkedIn

Chief Derek Epp on LinkedIn

FNFA Website

Ch’íyáqtel First Nation’s Website

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Music/Production Credits:
Richard Perry, Perry Podcast Productions on LinkedIn

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Canada has a promise to close the infrastructure gap in First Nations communities, but progress is falling drastically short. This episode delves into the staggering $349.2 billion gap and explores a powerful, Indigenous-led solution.

Join host Jody Anderson, VP, Partnerships, Strategy & Public Affairs, FNFA and guest Ernie Daniels, President and CEO, FNFA as they unpack the FNFA Blueprint and a game-changing strategy called monetization.

We discuss how First Nations can leverage their assets and partnerships to unlock capital, accelerate infrastructure projects, and drive genuine economic reconciliation for the benefit of all Canadians.

Links and Resources

Jody Anderson on LinkedIn

FNFA Website

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Visit Assembly of First Nations’ Closing the Gap Website to learn more

Production Credits:
Richard Perry, Perry Podcast Productions on LinkedIn

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Patrick Courtois, conseiller de la Première Nation des Pekuakamiulnuatsh, Québec et membre du conseil d’administration de l’AFPN.

Animée par Nadia Robertson et Patricia Debassige de l’AFPN, cette septième et du balado « Créons des liens » est présentée en français et met en vedette le membre du conseil d’administration de l’AFPN, Patrick Courtois. Il explique comment sa communauté de la Première Nation des Pekuakamiulnuatsh a noué une relation de collaboration pour réaliser un projet énergétique. La Première Nation des Pekuakamiulnuatsh est une réserve des Premières Nations située dans la région du Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean au Québec, au Canada, à environ six kilomètres au nord du centre de Roberval.

Durée de l'épisode: 31.59

CONTACT INFORMANTION
Patrick Courtois, FNFA Board of Directors
Website: Mashteuiatsh First Nation
Email: info@mashteuiatsh.ca