The Georgina Island Economic Department is working to create local economic opportunities and a high quality of life for our community through:
Training and job creation
Business development and support
Sustainable development
Community workshops
Partnerships and investments
The goals of the Economic Development Department are to generate partnerships, develop infrastructure projects, ensure financial growth and build a strong, sustainable First Nation.
The Economic Development Training Fund
This is a limited fund designed to provide financial assistance to First Nation members for training to help overcome skill-based barriers.
Funds may be used for:
Top-up wages for training programs such as OTTER Program
Tuition fees not covered under Post-Secondary Education funding
Course costs such as Driver’s Education, Health & Safety
Fees for certificates, exams and licenses
Transportation and accommodation costs related to training when in excess of department budgets.
To find out more about criteria and eligibility, see link below or contact Marlene Stiles or Rachel Big Canoe.
Training Employment and Development Fund Request
The Chippewas of Georgina Island developed the Island View Business Centre in 2016 as an economic driver for our community. It is a business hub that includes Virginia Beach Marina, the Boondocks Eatery, Tobacco Trails Smoke Shop , Retail and Lotto, the First Nation Lands Management Office and Holder Law Firm.
For information about any of these businesses, go to Island View Business Centre Website or Island View Facebook Page
Economic Development Officer – Marlene Stiles
marlene.stiles@georginaisland.com
P: 705-437-1337 ext. 2237
Economic Development Assistant – Rachel Big Canoe
rachel.bigcanoe@georginaisland.com
P: 705-437-1337 ext. 2224
Portfolio Holder – Councillor William McCue
P: 705-437-1337 ext. 2239
Posted March 4, 2021
Hugh “Buzzy” Big Canoe Youth Entrepreneurship Program
Hugh “Buzzy” Big Canoe Youth Entrepreneurship Program Application Form
Waubetek http://www.waubetek.com/
Waubetek Emergency Funding Poster for First Nation Business Owners affected by the COVID-19 Shutdown
Ogemawahj Tribal Council – OTTER Board http://www.ogemawahj.on.ca/resources/employment-and-training/otter/
Indian Agricultural Program of Ontario http://indianag.on.ca/services.html
Georgina Island Business Directory https://georgina.thedev.ca/local-businesses/
Ogemawahj Tribal Training and Employment Resources Hugh “Buzzy” Big Canoe Youth Entrepreneurship Program
2018 HBC Application