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:
Creating employment
Stabilizing local economies
Reducing poverty
Contributing to environmental health
Building on local resources and capacities
Increasing community control
The Economic Development team includes four permanent positions to effectively serve the community:
Director, Economic Development and Culture
Manager, Economic Development and Tourism
Manager, Employment and Training
Employment and Training Officer
Business Development Officer
Special Events and Tourism Coordinator
Agricultural Projects Coordinator
Food Support Worker
Economic Development Property Caretaker
We are actively working on several priorities identified through strategic planning:
An aquaculture and aquaponics facility – Shki Maajitaawin Gitigaan
The Development of a Commercial Centre at Lot 14
A rural transportation system – The Link
A sustainable farm at the Oshkiigmong Gitigaan property (formerly Kidd property)
Operations of the Community Market
Tourism Development and Marketing
Entrepreneurship supports
Business Directory
Curve Lake Business Builder Fund (coming soon)
Henry's Gamiing Boardwalk