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Objectives
This interactive session introduces participants to today’s leading AI tools and demonstrates how they can streamline daily tasks, improve productivity, and support decision‑making.
What We Will Cover
Presented by:
Reema Chopra
Director of Marketing & Training | OFNEDA
Ryan Moore
Director of Indigenous Procurement & Entrepreneurship Development | OFNEDA
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OFNEDA is inviting Economic Development Officers and First Nations Entrepreneurs to connect in a casual, welcoming setting, whether over a coffee, tea, or whatever you enjoy at your desk.
This monthly space offers EDOs the chance to have informal conversations with one another, share ideas, discuss challenges and wins, and highlight what is happening in their communities. It is an opportunity to build relationships, exchange practical insights, and strengthen the network that supports economic development across First Nations in Ontario.
If you experience any difficulty logging in, please contact our Training Coordinator, Debbie Donivan, at trainingcoordinator@ofneda.ca or call 519.200.1033 for assistance.
We look forward to insightful conversations and building lasting connections
This monthly space offers EDOs and Entrepreneurs the chance to have informal conversations with one another, share ideas, discuss challenges and wins, and highlight what is happening in their communities. It is an opportunity to build relationships, exchange practical insights, and strengthen the network that supports economic development across First Nations in Ontario.
Become a member today, or log in to see how to register for this event.
Interested in attending as a guest? Contact us at marketingdirector@ofneda.ca.
This webinar offers a clear overview of FedNor’s core programs, with a focus on how the Youth Intern stream helps organizations build capacity. Participants will learn how the program supports employers by funding recent graduates to lead community, digital, and economic development projects. The session highlights eligibility, funding details, and examples of successful youth‑driven initiatives across Northern Ontario.
About the Presenters
Macey Smith-Arenovich has worked with FedNor for the past five years in various roles, but as a Program Delivery Officer for over two. She comes from the small town of Hornepayne, Ontario and is proud to be serving Northern communities through FedNor programming. Macey is based out of the Sudbury office and covers the Sudbury and Muskoka regions, specializing in Community Economic Development. She supports a variety of projects, however her primary area of interest includes tourism and First Nation economic development.
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Sarah Hopkins is Turtle Clan of the Lenni Lenape who were displaced from their homeland, Lenapehoking (Modern day New York City and surrounding area) to Eelŭnaapéewi Lahkéewiit (Delaware Nation) in southwestern Ontario. Sarah is a Day School survivor who was raised by her Mother, who taught her the importance of standing up for what you believe; her Grandmother, a residential school survivor; and her Great-Grandmother, who spoke only Lenape.
These courageous and resilient women have bolstered Sarah’s desire to support and elevate Indigenous voices. With the support of her family, she founded Three Sisters Consulting in 2018, a company dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous Peoples and helping them achieve business, professional, and personal success. Sarah’s role within Three Sisters Consulting is that of Matriarch – the first line of support for her ever-growing team. Sarah continues to be an active member of her community; she has served as an Elected member of Council for her Nation, Treasurer and Board Member for her tribal council, and current Board Member for the Canadian Mental Health Association, Lambton Kent chapter. She has worked with not-for-profits, multiple levels of government and corporations on a wide variety of topics including mining initiatives, Impact Benefit Assessments, creation of Indigenous legal systems, economic and business development, policing, negotiations, and Indigenous engagement impacting legislation. Sarah is kept grounded by the strong Indigenous women who raised her, numerous Aunties and Uncles, and her two boys she has the honour of calling her Sons. When she is not working, you can find Sarah looking for opportunities to share space with our extended community across Turtle Island.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Ryan Moore, Director of Indigenous Procurement & Entrepreneurship Development at ipeddirector@ofneda.ca
Become a member today, or log in to see how to register for this event.
Interested in attending as a guest? Contact us at marketingdirector@ofneda.ca.
This monthly space offers EDOs the chance to have informal conversations with one another, share ideas, discuss challenges and wins, and highlight what is happening in their communities. It is an opportunity to build relationships, exchange practical insights, and strengthen the network that supports economic development across First Nations in Ontario.
Please ensure you are logged in as a member on our website to access the registration link. If you are an EDO and not a member, a direct registration link has been sent to you by email.
If you experience any difficulty logging in, please contact our Training Coordinator, Debbie Donivan, at trainingcoordinator@ofneda.ca or call 519.200.1033 for assistance.
We look forward to insightful conversations and building lasting connections
Become a member today, or log in to see how to register for this event.
Interested in attending as a guest? Contact us at marketingdirector@ofneda.ca.
Sarah Hopkins is Turtle Clan of the Lenni Lenape who were displaced from their homeland, Lenapehoking (Modern day New York City and surrounding area) to Eelŭnaapéewi Lahkéewiit (Delaware Nation) in southwestern Ontario. Sarah is a Day School survivor who was raised by her Mother, who taught her the importance of standing up for what you believe; her Grandmother, a residential school survivor; and her Great-Grandmother, who spoke only Lenape.
These courageous and resilient women have bolstered Sarah’s desire to support and elevate Indigenous voices. With the support of her family, she founded Three Sisters Consulting in 2018, a company dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous Peoples and helping them achieve business, professional, and personal success. Sarah’s role within Three Sisters Consulting is that of Matriarch – the first line of support for her ever-growing team. Sarah continues to be an active member of her community; she has served as an Elected member of Council for her Nation, Treasurer and Board Member for her tribal council, and current Board Member for the Canadian Mental Health Association, Lambton Kent chapter. She has worked with not-for-profits, multiple levels of government and corporations on a wide variety of topics including mining initiatives, Impact Benefit Assessments, creation of Indigenous legal systems, economic and business development, policing, negotiations, and Indigenous engagement impacting legislation. Sarah is kept grounded by the strong Indigenous women who raised her, numerous Aunties and Uncles, and her two boys she has the honour of calling her Sons. When she is not working, you can find Sarah looking for opportunities to share space with our extended community across Turtle Island.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Ryan Moore, Director of Indigenous Procurement & Entrepreneurship Development at ipeddirector@ofneda.ca
Become a member today, or log in to see how to register for this event.
Interested in attending as a guest? Contact us at marketingdirector@ofneda.ca.
