Economic Development

To have Nova Scotia Mi'kmaq, the Province of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada discuss issues, develop solutions and recommend actions with respect to Mi’kmaw economic development in Nova Scotia.

The committee encourages employment/economic opportunities to enhance the living conditions of Aboriginal Peoples. The committee develops partnerships with First Nation communities, the government and other businesses.

The Economic Development Working Committee includes representatives from:

- The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq
- Nova Scotia Native Women’s Association
- Membertou First Nation
- Eskasoni First Nation
- Glooscap First Nation
- Bear River First Nation
- Shubenacadie Band
- Ulnooweg Development Group Inc.
- Mi'kmaq Employment Training Secretariat
- Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
- Union of Nova Scotia Indians
- Aboriginal Business Canada
- Nova Scotia Office of Aboriginal Affairs
- Parks Canada
- Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
- Atlantic Policy Congress
- Nova Scotia Economic Development
- Enterprise Cape Breton Corporation
- Nova Scotia Economic Development
- Human Resources Development Canada

2007-2008 Workplan Goals
-Aboriginal skills and labour market development
-Mi'kmaq tourism strategy
-Aboriginal Apprenticeship and trades strategy
-Industry entrance pre-employment training program
-First Net web site
-TEDWC meeting/community engagement strategy
-Enhanced integration with Atlantic Aboriginal Economic Developers Network(AAEDN)
-Enhanced integration with negotiation process - Mi'kmaq Rights Initiative