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FIRST NATIONS

INVESTMENT

FORUM 2025

Advancing Indigenous Prosperity through Investment Partnerships.

Co-presented by:

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SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT

CHIEF CLARENCE LOUIE

Osoyoos Indian Band

CAROL ANNE HILTON

CEO and Founder, Indigenomics Institute, Global Centre of Indigenomics

JP GLADU

President of Mokwateh and Member of Indigenous Advisory Council (IAC), PMO Major Projects Office (MPO).

ROBERT J. BRANT

Partner, Co-head, Indigenous Projects & Transactions Group, McCarthy Tetrault

MICHAEL FOX

President & CEO of Indigenous Community Engagement (ICE) and Master of Ceremonies

KIM BAIRD

Former Chief of Tsawwassen First Nation, Investment Committee Member of Indigenous Growth Fund (IGF), Board Director of Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB)

TEARA FRASER

Aviator and Founder, Iskwew Air

CARL MARCOTTE

Senior Vice-President, Marketing & Business Development, CANDU Energy Inc., an AtkinsRéalis company

VENUE

JW Marriott Parq, 39 Smithe St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3

DATES

08 December 2025 to 10 December 2025.

CURRENT SPONSORS

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FULL-FORUM DELEGATES
INDIGENOUS / NOT-FOR-PROFIT

$1,200

Full access pass to all FNIF sessions December 8-10, including Gala Reception ticket. 

All prices include 13% GST
FULL-FORUM DELEGATES
CORPORATE / INVESTOR RATE

$2,200

Full access pass to all FNIF sessions December 8-10, including Gala Reception ticket. 

All prices include 13% GST
GALA RECEPTION

$240

Individual ticket to Gala Reception on December 9. 

All prices include 13% GST

THE POWER OF INDIGENOUS INVESTMENTS

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BC SHARE OF INDIGENOUS INVESTMENTS

In 2023-2025, BC announced 38% of Canada’s Indigenous equity investments

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SECTOR: ENERGY

Energy is the dominant sector for Indigenous equity investments

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COMMUNITIES WITH EQUITY INTERESTS

243 Indigenous communities have an equity interest

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ENERGY & INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS

Equity investments in energy and infrastructure will continue to grow.

Source: 2025 Update on Trends in Indigenous Equity Investments in Canada, online Fasken.

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Be part of the national conversation shaping Indigenous investment and economic inclusion. Registration is open to:

INTRODUCING

THE FIRST NATIONS INVESTMENT FORUM

Join us in Vancouver for the inaugural First Nations Investment Forum (FNIF) - a national platform to accelerate Indigenous investment, ownership, and economic sovereignty.

Co-presented by First Nation partners, brings together First Nations, economic development corporations, major project proponents, industry leaders, institutional investors, investment management firms, and policymakers to build the partnerships that will shape Canada’s financial future.

KEY FORUM TOPICS :
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES PREVIEW

EXPLORE HIGH-IMPACT INDIGENOUS PROJECTS

The First Nations Investment Forum will spotlight a curated selection of investment-ready projects from across Canada. These projects are designed to deliver strong financial returns while advancing long-term prosperity, ownership, and sustainability for Indigenous Nations.

At the forum, attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from project leaders, assess opportunities, and engage in one-on-one conversations in a setting built on trust and transparency.

 

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CLEAN ENERGY & POWER INFRASTRUCTURE
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TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & CULTURAL VENTURES
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NATURAL RESOURCES & ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
MAJOR PROJECT PARTICIPATION & SEZ OPPORTUNITIES

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WHY ATTEND FNIF 2025?

Be part of a national turning point in Indigenous-led investment and economic development.

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DISCOVER CANADA’S NEXT MAJOR PROJECTS FIRST

Gain early access to high-growth, investment-ready opportunities in energy, infrastructure, clean tech, AI, and critical minerals—with a focus on Indigenous partnerships.

02.

ATTEND PRESENTATIONS BY INVESTMENT AND PARTNERSHIP-READY PROJECTS

Discover high-potential projects across key sectors as industry leaders present investment-ready opportunities in energy, construction, and critical minerals.

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CONNECT WITH CAPITAL, EQUITY PARTNERS, AND STRATEGIC COLLABORATORS

Expand your network and discover new opportunities at FNIF 2025. Meet investors, equity partners, and collaborators ready to drive high-impact projects and Indigenous economic growth.

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GAIN INSIGHTS INTO NATION-TO-NATION ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND POLICY FRAMEWORKS

Hear from leaders and experts shaping economic partnerships between Indigenous Nations and Canada. Explore policies, strategies, and frameworks driving sustainable growth and long-term prosperity.

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EVENT VENUE :

Parq Grand Ballroom, JW Marriott Parq Vancouver

LOCATION ADDRESS :

39 Smithe St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3

PARQ GRAND BALLROOM

Hosted in the Parq Grand Ballroom beneath 23-foot ceilings and glittering chandeliers, FNIF offers an atmosphere of elevated elegance. This 15,604 sq. ft. space at JW Marriott Vancouver sets the stage for Canada’s most influential economic gathering.
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