The Fort Learning Community Opens This September
Courtenay, BC — For Brooke Young, founder of The Fort Learning Community, discovering her Métis heritage gave her a new sense of purpose and belonging. …
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Billybeauty Invests in New Technology to Expand Custom Printing Services
Port Alberni, BC — Billybeauty Inc. is continuing to grow with the addition of a new Direct-to-Film (DTF) printing system, giving customers faster …
Giving Back to Community: NEDC’s Alex Masso Supports Local Cancer Warriors
Port Alberni, BC — At NEDC, we know that strong economies are built by strong communities, and strong communities are built by people who invest in others. …
Driving Access Forward – Routes Driving Academy
Nanaimo, B.C. – For Hupacasath entrepreneur Randi-Leigh Macnutt, teaching people how to drive is about much more than earning a licence, it’s …
Empowering Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs: IWE Workshop in Duncan, BC
Duncan, B.C. – An incredible two-day IWE Workshop in Duncan brought together Indigenous women entrepreneurs, facilitators, and community partners for …
NEDC Celebrates Andrea Sanders as Recipient of the 2026 Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship Award
Gatineau, Quebec – NEDC is proud to announce that Andrea Sanders, owner of Lagoon Prenatal, has been recognized with the 2026 Indigenous Youth …
Honouring the Strength of Indigenous Women in Our Communities
Honouring the Strength of Indigenous Women in Our Communities As we launch our new signage package for the Indigenous Women Entrepreneur Program (IWE), we …
Confidence Fishing Company Receives NACCA Business of the Year Award
Gatineau, Quebec — Congratulations to our client, Marc Peeler and Confidence Fishing Company, on receiving the NACCA Business of the Year Award. We are …
Snuneymuxw First Nation and Petroglyph Mark Major Milestone with Cannabis Licensing Approval
Nanaimo, B.C – Receiving cannabis licensing marks a major milestone for the Snuneymuxw First Nation and Petroglyph, representing the culmination of …
Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Transitions to Indigenous Ownership in Port Hardy
Port Hardy, B.C. — Hardy Buoys Smoked Fish Inc., a long-standing coastal seafood processor and retailer, has officially transitioned to Indigenous …
Private Investment Supports Indigenous Entrepreneurs
NEDC Secures $3 Million Private Investment to Support Indigenous Entrepreneurs on Vancouver Island Believed to be the first private debt investment made …