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November 5, 2026

FNEAC 2026 Community Project Finalist Spotlight: Dunns Valley Solar Project

The Dunns Valley Solar Project, a partnership between Garden River First Nation and Neoen, has been named a Top 3 Finalist for the FNEAC 2026 Community Project Award. The project highlights First Nations leadership in clean energy while creating long-term economic opportunities.

November 1, 2026

Featuring Tianna Small, Author of A Scapegoat's Burden: Sixty-One Days Without You

A Scapegoat's Burden: Sixty-One Days Without You is a powerful memoir about surviving emotional abuse, family dysfunction, and generational trauma. Through the loss of her brother, T. Small shares a journey of truth, healing, and resilience, inspiring readers to break cycles of silence and reclaim

September 24, 2026

Leading Cloud Gardens of Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Receives OFNEDA’s 2026 Community Project of the Year Award

Leading Cloud Gardens of Apitipi Anicinapek Nation Receives OFNEDA’s 2024 Community Project of the Year Award.

September 24, 2026

From Community Priorities to Community Prosperity: Gina Wesley Named OFNEDA’s 2026 Economic Development Officer of the Year

Gina Wesley of Lac Seul First Nation has been named OFNEDA's 2026 Economic Development Officer of the Year in recognition of her outstanding leadership, innovation, and commitment to economic self-determination.

January 9, 2026

EDCO Launches New First Nation Community Membership to Advance Inclusive Economic Development

EDCO and OFNEDA have announced a strengthened partnership to advance inclusive economic development across Ontario, including the launch of a new First Nation Community Membership to expand access to learning, networking, and collaboration opportunities.