Economic Development Toolkit

The Economic Development Toolkit for Indigenous Communities was developed by the British Columbia Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) to support Indigenous communities and nations and to provide communities, at all stages of the economic development journey, with resources to support their planning, growth and development. Editing by Corfield & Associates. Design and Layout by White Raven Consulting. Photography by Melody Charlie.

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Click here to download the Economic Development Toolkit for Indigenous Communities: Tips, Tools and Techniques 

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Indigenous Economic Sustainability Roadmap – “Black Books”:

The Black Books are part of a broader BCAFN Sustainable Economic Development and Fiscal Relations Strategy, and a new tool for First Nations with a focus on understanding the fundamentals of developing economic development strategies and best practices. Partners who have assisted in the development of the Black Books include Michelle Corfield, Four Directions Management Services, Mark Podlasly, and Carol Ann Hilton. Support was provided by the Government of BC, the Government of Canada, and the New Relationship Trust.

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