NAN Congratulates 34th Annual NADF Award Recipients
THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, on behalf of the NAN Executive Council, congratulates the Indigenous business leaders and entrepreneurs honoured at the 34th Annual Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund Awards in Thunder Bay.
“I am inspired by the vision, determination, and drive these leaders have shown in advancing economic development and creating opportunities that are building capacity for our First Nations communities,” said Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler. “Their success is laying the foundation for a stronger economy, one that will open doors and create a better future for generations to come.”
Award recipients include:
- Partnership of the Year – The HT Group, Thunder Bay, ON
- Startup Business of the Year – Savion Nakogee, Fort Albany First Nation, Co-Founder and CEO, Wabusk Data Solutions
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year – Delores Wesley, Fort Albany First Nation, Owner, Wesley’s Take Out
- Small Business of the Year – Marie Burke-Lecours, Moosonee, ON, Owner, Necessities
- Excellence in Leadership – Peter Collins, Fort William First Nation, Chief Executive Officer, Chi Mino Ozhitoowin
- Business Excellence – ThawiKayhiGan Group (TKG Group)
Grand Chief Fiddler also recognized NADF for 34 years of celebrating the achievements of Indigenous entrepreneurs and business leaders across Northern Ontario.
“For more than three decades, NADF has played a critical role in nurturing the growth and success of our businesses and organizations,” said Fiddler. “By investing in our people and celebrating what they are building, NADF is helping us grow stronger as a Nation.”
Proceeds from the event support the NADF Community Care Fund and the NADF Mikinaak Bursary for Indigenous Students.
For more information please contact:
Michael Heintzman,
Director of Communications
Cell: (807) 621-2790
mheintzman@nan.ca