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 Mi'kmaq of Nova Scotia. The committee develops partnerships with First Nation communities, the government and the private sector.
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
Paq'tnkek First Nation
Acadia First Nation
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
Nova Scotia Labour and Workforce Development
Parks Canada
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Atlantic Policy Congress
Nova Scotia Economic Development
Enterprise Cape Breton Corporation
Human Resources and Social Development Canada
2008 - 2009 Workplan Goals
- Aboriginal skills and labour market development
- Mi'kmaq cultural tourism sector development
- Aboriginal Apprenticeship and trades strategy
- Business liaison development
- First Net web site
- Community engagement strategies
- Implementation support for the Atlantic Aboriginal Economic Developers Strategy
- Enhanced integration with negotiation process - Mi'kmaq Rights Initiative
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