The Economic Development department is dedicated to fostering community growth through business start-ups, expansions, new ventures, job creation, skills development, business infrastructure improvements, beautification, and creating a welcoming environment for development.
Our vision for Curve Lake First Nation is to achieve self-sufficiency for both individuals and the community, supported by a land base, economy, and infrastructure that meets the community’s needs.
The Economic Development, Employment & Tourism Committee and Department are guided by the mission statement, “to provide for the creation of a prosperous community,” while adhering to the values that ensure all community economic development is socially, culturally, and environmentally appropriate for Curve Lake First Nation.
Community Economic Development (CED) is a local initiative aimed at providing economic opportunities and improving social conditions sustainably, especially for the most disadvantaged. CED is a participatory process where communities develop their own solutions to economic problems, resulting in positive changes through:
The Economic Development team includes four permanent positions to effectively serve the community:
We are actively working on several priorities identified through strategic planning: