January 15, 2025
“Estimating the Indigenous economy in Atlantic Canada is valued at $4 billion, the Atlantic Economic Council engaged Chief Terrance Paul of Membertou First Nation and James Gogan and Jeffrey Callaghan of McInnes Cooper to answer questions and provide their views on the pathway to achieve effective Indigenous partnerships.
Aimed to help non-Indigenous organizations understand the importance of partnerships with Indigenous organizations and communities, the report provides practical suggestions and insights useful for decision and policy makers, entrepreneurs and any businesses interested in understanding effective collaboration and partnership.”
Please contact your McInnes Cooper lawyer or any member of our Aboriginal & Indigenous Law Team @ McInnes Cooper to discuss how you can forge a successful Indigenous partnership.
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