NAN Congratulates NADF Award Recipients
Press Release
October 30, 2015
THUNDER BAY: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, on behalf of the NAN Executive Council, congratulates the accomplishments of the Aboriginal business community honoured at the 25rd Annual Nishnawbe Aski Development Fund Business Awards in Thunder Bay last night.
“I am inspired by the skill, determination and enthusiasm these leaders have displayed while advancing economic development and business opportunities that are building capacity for our First Nations and improving the quality of life for our people,” said Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, who attended the gala at the Valhalla Inn. “The success of these business leaders and entrepreneurs is laying the foundation for a stronger economy on which we will build a better future for generations to come.”
Award recipients include:
- Businessman Award – Glen Sutherland, Fort Albany First Nation
- Businesswoman Award – Cindy Crow, Lake Helen First Nation
- Business Partnership Award – Ne-Daa-Kii-Me-Naan Inc, Partnered by Aroland, Constance Lake, Ginoogaming and Long Lake #58 First Nation
- Corporation Award – Sandy Lake Community Development Service Inc, Sandy Lake First Nation
- Youth Entrepreneur Award – Kateri Banning-Skaarup of Skaarup Construction, Fort William First Nation
- New Business Award – Brent Wesley and Adrienne Fox of Blue Earth Photography, Constance Lake and Bearskin Lake First Nation
Fiddler recognized NADF for celebrating the achievements of the people of NAN for 25 years.
“This is a milestone achievement and we thank NADF for the significant role it has played in nurturing the growth and success of our businesses and organizations,” said Fiddler. “It is important to recognize that by working together we can continue to grow as a Nation, blazing new trails and bringing new hope for our people.”
The event was also a fundraiser for the Dennis Cromarty Memorial Fund, which provides financial assistance to help NAN members fulfill their academic aspirations. Recipients are young and mature students who are consistent academic achievers in secondary school, college and university.
For more information please contact: Roxann Shapwaykeesic, Communications Officer – Nishnawbe Aski Nation (807) 625-4906 or cell (807) 251-6876 or by email rshapwaykeesic@nan.on.ca
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