Economic Development Working Committee
Mukk Nqa’ltutuk
Developing Strong Mi’kmaw Communities for the economic betterment of all
Mandate and Purpose
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 within the province.
The committee encourages employment and economic opportunities to enhance the living conditions of Mi’kmaq in Nova Scotia. It also develops partnerships with First Nation communities, government and the private sector.
MISSION STATEMENT: Committed to working and learning together in partnership, in a manner that respects the needs of the Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq.
VISION STATEMENT: Building a foundation for prosperous and vibrant Mi’kmaq communities through partnership, commitment and respect.
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
- Indigenous Services Canada
- Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq
- Aboriginal Business Canada
- Nova Scotia Office of L’nu 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
2018-2019 Committee Workplan Goals
- Goal One (1): Information sharing and communications
- Goal Two (2): Mawio’mi and Cultural Gatherings Impact Study
- Goal Three (3): Investigate “Think Mi’kmaw First” Strategy
- Goal Four (4): Tourism Capacity Development
- Goal Five (5): Support for TRC Call 92 Business and Reconciliation
- Goal Six (6): Capacity Development
Economic Development Working Committee:
- Michael Peters, Mi’kmaq Co-chair
- Rhonda McDougall, Province Co-chair
- Mike Rothenburg, Federal Co-chair
Recent News
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Documents
From the Economic Development Working Committee
Example Economic Development Document
July 17, 2023
