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OFNEDA 2025 CONFERENCE

September 15-18, 2025 - Thunder Bay, ON

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Networking Opportunities

Exhibitors' Area

Workshops

Gala & Awards Evening

Welcoming Reception

Creating Connections

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Member

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Do you have an Economic Project or Economic Development Officer from 2023 - 2024 that deserves to be seen and heard?

Self nominations are also encouraged!

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What's happening at this conference?

The Summit kicks off with an opening reception on September 16th where all delegates will get a chance to mingle and introduce themselves. From September 16-19 there will be fulsome discussions on a variety of capacity building topics that will be sure to meet the needs of many delegates who are in attendance. CREATING CONNECTIONS is a theme that many indigenous communities can relate to and plan for.

What's the Conference Centre like?

A SPACE WHERE DREAMS COME TRUE

An exceptional kitchen, adaptable spaces, breakout rooms, prime location and partner hotels on our doorstep are the start of the story. What completes our outstanding amenities are our event staff, the people with the passion and tenacity to create events to astound – the possibilities are endless.

CONTACT

705-542-6276 - Peggy
marketingdirector@ofneda.ca

Can my organization get involved?

Absolutely. The benefits of becoming a SPONSOR or TRADESHOW EXHIBITOR include increased visibility with indigenous communities, leaders, and decision-makers. You'll have the ability to network with over 200+ attendees and participants will have the opportunity to speak in front of conference delegates, presenting an invaluable chance to showcase their products and services to potential Indigenous buyers.

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Who can attend?

The CREATING CONNECTIONS Summit is open to all indigenous and non-indigenous people and organizations that want to learn about new economic development opportunities for indigenous communities and businesses across Ontario. This is a GREAT opportunity to meet indigenous decision makers, government officials, industry leaders and professional representatives who want to be involved with indigenous economic development and advancement.

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How was last year's conference?

In September 2023, OFNEDA hosted its Annual Conference in Niagara Falls which drew approximately 225 delegates that included Economic Development Officers, First Nation Chiefs and Councillors, Indigenous Business Owners, Government Officials, Industry Leaders, Corporate Sponsors and other dignitaries together for a value-packed agenda that exceeded all expectations.