Indigenous Economic Development and Building Capacity
20-minute presentation, and a 10-minute Q&A
PowerPoint presentation covering the work that Cando does in Indigenous Economic Development and Capacity Building
Presenter(s):
Associate Director, Procurement, John Johnstone is joining Cando on a long-term assignment from Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) to support the Government of Canada’s commitment to increasing Indigenous participation in federal procurement. Based in Victoria, BC, John will provide focused support to Economic Development Officers, communities, and businesses to navigate Government of Canada procurement opportunities. John brings over 20 years of experience with the Government of Canada and has an extensive background in project management, strategic engagement, business development, and economics.
Certification Coordinator – Western Canada, Geraldine Potts is joining Cando with numerous years of experience in administration and management, having worked with different levels of government, tribalaffiliations, and Indigenous non-profit organizations, she brings to Cando a wealth of knowledge. Her background includes experience in entrepreneurship, business development, community development, project management, mental health and addictions, and curriculum development. As the Certification Coordinator-Western, Geraldine manages the TAED/PAED certification for EDOs, tracking progress for training, coordinating community training, assisting with accredited learning at Links to Learning events, and working with accredited post secondary institutes in ensuring that Graduates receive appropriate certification recognition upon completion. A graduate from Athabasca University, Geraldine completed a two-year Diploma in Health Administration, a Bachelor of Administration degree, and near completion of her Master of Arts – Integrated Studies, with a focus in Community Development.
Special Projects Director, Danielle Lightning’s Cree name is Nipi‐iskwew, which means Water Woman, she is a proud Oji‐Cree woman from the Ermineskin Cree Nation of Maskwacis, Alberta. She has received a degree in the Bachelor of Commerce program at MacEwan University, majoring in Management in 2016. She also has her Event Management Certificate, with a focus on Program Planning through NAIT.
In her role as Special Projects Director, Danielle has worked with many Indigenous Economic Development Officers and Land Managers from across Canada on many projects, which is a passion of hers. Throughout the years, Danielle has coordinated projects such as conferences, workshops, webinars and various initiatives. Along with working with Indigenous Economic Development Officers and Land Managers, she has also worked alongside Indigenous and Government networks and associations. While working as the Special Projects Director, Danielle also continues to work on Professional Development through several projects.
Cost: Free
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/FHkCViGYa1Cxpx5T9
This is part of the Maskwacis Cultural College Microlearning Series and is open to the public.
Contact Manisha Khetarpal by email mkhetarpal@mccedu.ca or call toll free: 1 866 585 3925