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JOIN US AT THE 2025 GALA RECEPTION

Sponsored by First Nations Major Projects Coalition

Join us for an evening of celebration and connection at the First Nations Investment Forum Gala Reception, proudly sponsored by First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC).

The Gala Reception is an opportunity to connect with leaders, investors, industry representatives, and communities, and be part of Canada’s journey toward Indigenous-led economic growth.

Keynote Speaker: Chief Clarence Louie

EMCEE: Geena Jackson

Live Music & Song: Shawn Bullshields

Comedic Entertainment: Sasha Mark

Three-Course Dinner: JW Marriott Parq

CHIEF
FEATURING KEYNOTE SPEAKER

CLARENCE LOUIE

A Visionary Leader
in Indigenous Economic Development

Speaker Sponsor

Chief Clarence Louie has led the Osoyoos Indian Band for over three decades, transforming it into one of Canada’s most economically successful First Nations. He founded the Osoyoos Indian Band Development Corporation, creating jobs, building businesses, including a winery and resort, and advancing self-reliance while preserving Okanagan culture.

His leadership has been recognized nationally with the Order of Canada, the Order of British Columbia, and induction into the Canadian Business Hall of Fame.

WHERE IS THE EVENT?

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

WHEN IS THE EVENT?

December 9, 2025 — 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

EMCEE

GEENA JACKSON

EMCEE

GEENA JACKSON

LIVE MUSIC BY

SHAWN BULLSHIELDS BLACKFOOT NATION

LIVE MUSIC BY

SHAWN BULLSHIELDS BLACKFOOT NATION

ENTERTAINMENT BY CREE-MÉTIS COMEDIAN

SASHA MARK

As seen on APTN and Just for Laughs

ENTERTAINMENT BY CREE-MÉTIS COMEDIAN

SASHA MARK

TICKETS ON SALE NOW

SINGLE:

$240

TABLE OF 8:

$1,600

TICKETS INCLUDE:

THREE COURSE DINNER

*All full conference passes include a ticket to the Gala Reception.