Success Story
13 Things You Should Know About Economic Development
PowerPoint presentation with general recommendations for Economic Development produced by an economic development consulting agency EDCD Consulting.
Building Self-Reliant Communities
Compiled by Global Indigenous Trust and Cando, this guide offers practical, cost-effective solutions to help communities become self-sufficient, from gardening and food preservation to renewable energy and water systems.
Community Assessment Matrix
The Communities Matrix is a tool designed to help economic development officers (EDOs) identify and understand Indigenous communities that consider the economic, social, cultural and environmental concerns of a community.
Community Disaster Recovery & Restart
Find tools and resources to help communities prepare for disasters, and guidance for economic developers to enhance community resilience through effective disaster preparedness strategies.
Community Self-Assessment
What economic development assets does your community already have? What do you need to move forward with community economic development? Take this community self-assessment to find out.
Economic Development Awards
In 1995 the Cando Economic Developer of the Year Award was created to recognize and promote recent or long-standing Indigenous economic development initiatives throughout Canada.
First Nations Municipal Community Economic Development Initiative
The Community Economic Development Initiative (CEDI) facilitates partnerships between neighbouring First Nations and municipalities. Find new ways to work together to address regional issues and build a stronger, more sustainable economy for everyone.
Interview with Chief Louie, Osoyoos First Nation, British Columbia
Chief Louie discusses the development of the Osoyoos First Nation's business ventures, including the $100 million Nk’Mip Resort, and the importance of realistic expectations in partnerships.
Interview with Vaughn Sunday, Akwesasne First Nation, Ontario
Vaughn Sunday describes how the Akwesasne First Nation has used partnerships to successfully develop projects such as a subdivision and a tobacco quota system. He also discusses challenges which taught valuable lessons.
Mining and Indigenous Economic Development: Tools for Communities
Region-specific webinars, sponsored by Natural Resources Canada, present minerals maps, outline business and employment opportunities and showcase successful Indigenous ventures in mining procurement.
Procurement Resources & Videos
Cando's Roadmap of the Federal Procurement Process for Indigenous Businesses is a strategic guide designed to help Indigenous businesses navigate government contracting.
Promoting Food Sovereignty & Strengthening Communities
This presentation explores how different communities are working to promote food sovereignty and access resources.