Economic Development Working Committee
Mukk Nqa’ltutuk
Developing Strong Mi’kmaw Communities for the economic betterment of all
Mandate and Purpose
To have Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq, the Province of Nova Scotia and the Government of Canada discuss issues, develop solutions and recommend actions with respect to Mi’kmaw economic development within the province.
The committee encourages employment and economic opportunities to enhance the living conditions of Mi’kmaq in Nova Scotia. It also develops partnerships with First Nation communities, government and the private sector.
MISSION STATEMENT: Committed to working and learning together in partnership, in a manner that respects the needs of the Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq.
VISION STATEMENT: Building a foundation for prosperous and vibrant Mi’kmaq communities through partnership, commitment and respect.
The Economic Development Working Committee includes representatives from:
Glooscap Ventures
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Nova Scotia Department of Growth and Development
Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey
Nova Scotia Office of L’nu Affairs
Nova Scotia Native Women’s Association
Wskijnu’k Mtmo’taqnuow Agency Ltd.
Nova Scotia Native Women’s Association
Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq
Indigenous Services Canada
Mi’kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Service Canada
Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq
Kwilmu’kw Maw-klusuaqn Negotiation Office
Mi’kmaq Employment Training Secretariat
Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration
Ulnooweg Development Group
2025-26 Committee Workplan Goals
Goal One (1): Information sharing and communications
Goal Two (2): Increase Capacity of Community Economic Development Officers (EDOs)
Goal Three (3): Support for Communities to Engage in Renewable Energy Projects
Goal Four (4): Tourism Sector Development
Economic Development Working Committee:
- Michael Peters, Mi’kmaq Co-chair
- Provincial Co-chair: Evan Williams
- Mike Rothenburg, Federal Co-chair
Recent News
From the Economic Development Working Committee
Documents
From the Economic Development Working Committee
Example Economic Development Document
July 17, 2023
