Membres collectifs
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Profils des membres collectifs
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Abenaki Associates
Eel Ground First Nation (Nouveau-Brunswick)
www.abenaki.com Percy BarnabyInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
Abenaki is the only Aboriginal-owned Sage Accpac Business Partner in Canada, and has been the largest supplier of Sage Accpac ERP, HRMS, and Simply Accounting software and training services to First Nations since 1984.
Over 90% of First Nations and Aboriginal Organizations have trusted Abenaki to provide more than 200,000 hours of training to their managers and staff over the past 25 years. With offices in British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and New Brunswick, we are the only Aboriginal-owned, automation and technology solution provider with a truly nation-wide presence.
Abenaki also offers their First Nations Comprehensive Community Management
Suite of Products which includes the following:
- Safe Water Infrastructure Management System
- Community Membership Information System
- Social Assistance & Case Management
- Housing & Inspection Management System
- Post Secondary Student Management System
Find out why we are the nation's leader in First Nations Comprehensive Community Management... visit us online at www.abenaki.com.
Aboriginal Link
Kenora (Ontario)
www.aboriginallink.com Michael Milanese, président et chef de la directionInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
Aboriginal Link specializes in reaching the Aboriginal marketplace
Aboriginal Link has established itself as the premiere advertising and communications service to the Aboriginal community by focusing on the creation and maintenance of specialized contact lists targeting this important Canadian population group. Aboriginal Link maintains the largest, most accurate and comprehensive Canadian Aboriginal database, with more than 20,000 contacts. Messages can be delivered by Direct Fax and Direct Mail to specific industry classifications, provinces or regions. Our Direct Fax and Direct Mail services are recognized as a preferred method of communication to the Aboriginal community and is being successfully used by mainstream corporations, national research organizations, financial institutions, tele-communications companies and the Government of Canada. See Services.
Aboriginal Strategies L.L.P.
Winnipeg (Manitoba)
www.18007617110.comLyndon Olfert, GFAA
Information seulement disponible en anglais.
As a First Nation owned business (Alberta)original Strategies is committed to provide high quality financial advice, accounting training, and administrative support to our First Nation clients, with a goal to develop their capacity for healthy fiscal independence. Our priority is the support and training of First Nation client staff.
Our services include comprehensive accounting and financial advice, debt management planning, assistance with Indian Affairs’ intervention policy, accounting development and training, systems analysis, and computer network installation.
Advanced DataSystems Ltd.
Saskatoon (Saskatchewan)
www.aissoftware.ca - AIS product website www.ads.ca - ADS company website Bob Belanger - Business Development
Information seulement disponible en anglais.
Advanced DataSystems Ltd has been in the Custom Software and Database Development business for 31 years. For the past decade we have focused on the First Nations and Aboriginal marketplace with AIS: Aboriginal Information Systems... including Membership, Social Assistance, Housing, Education, Child and Family Services, Case Management, BCRs, Skills-Matching, Nominal Roll, Voice-of-the-people, and PerCapita Distributions... with seamless integration to financial software programs. We can tailor your AIS: System or Custom Build databases to meet unique needs of your Organization.
AIS provides your staff with the tools to simplify administration, approve payments to members and suppliers, and print meaningful reports for funders and managers. We work closely with First Nations on Capacity Building and Sustainability, through the AIS: Help Centre, the AIS: Certified Trainers, and AIS: New Releases.
AIS is working in every region in Canada.
AFN Insurance Brokers
Ottawa (Ontario)
www.afnib.com Gil Sanders, présidentInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
- AFN Insurance Brokers Inc. is a "Nationally" Incorporated Insurance Brokerage since 1998 exclusively serving First Nations in Canada
- Comprehensive Insurance Programs and Services developed by AFN Insurance are designed to meet the specific needs of First Nations and have improved the availability and affordability of Insurance Products and Services to all First Nations
- Insurance Products and exclusive Programs are underwritten by major international insurers who are amongst the most financially secure in the industry
- AFN Insurance Brokers Inc. only serves First Nations and is therefore more focused on the needs and interests of First Nations which differentiates us from many other Insurance Brokers in Canada
- AFN Insurance has a solid financial and business foundation built through the work and commitment of its Markets, Insurance Partners and First Nation clients
BDO Dunwoody LLP
Toronto, ON
www.bdo.ca Rina ClarkeInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
At BDO, we understand you face unique challenges and opportunities. Our experience working with First Nation groups and Aboriginal organizations provides us with an extensive insight into the issues most important to you and future generations. Our Aboriginal Services Group works hard to keep abreast of Aboriginal legislative, taxation, financial and economic issues.
Our specialists work with you to develop practical approaches and solutions in the areas of strategic planning, accounting, auditing, economic development, management, taxation, technology consulting, and human resource development.
We recognize that your challenges extend beyond the Band and Council, into other business. Our specialists are not just Chartered Accountants, they come from disciplines designed to assist Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal organizations. They have expertise in many industries including hospitality and tourism, forestry, mining, hydro-power generation, credit unions, farming, and gaming operations.
Our BDO services are divided into two important categories:
- Business Advisory Services – We offer audit, management and financial services to Aboriginal-owned and -operated businesses and bands to help bring your organization to the next level of success.
- Community Advisory Services – Our BDO professionals work closely with community leadership to ensure your cherished way of life is preserved for the future. We help to relieve your community of, or lessen, government intervention to become self governing.
For more information about our Aboriginal services please visit our website.
BMO Bank of Montreal - Aboriginal Banking
Toronto, ON
www.bmo.com/aboriginalbanking Stephen FayInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
BMO Bank of Montreal Aboriginal Banking Unit is working to build mutually beneficial sustained relationships by designing and delivering with Aboriginal communities, businesses, and individuals a comprehensive range of financial products and services.
Caron Business Solutions
Burnaby, BC
www.caronbusiness.com Susan RonnenkampInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
Caron Business Solutions Inc. is a leading provider of integrated business technology solutions, specializing in Sage Accpac business management software and services. Tight focus in our area of expertise, coupled with extensive industry experience and the deep technical product knowledge that comes with specialization, distinguishes Caron in the industry.
Since our inception Caron has grown from a small organization to one of the largest, most successful Sage Accpac Solution Providers in Canada. We are uniquely qualified to meet the needs of our valued clients.
- All of our Senior Consultants have professional accounting designations
- We have the highest number of Certified Consultants for Sage CRM in British Columbia
- We have the only Sage Accpac Certified ePOS Consultant in British Columbia
- We are the only authorized Sage Accpac Training Center in British Columbia
- We are a Premier Sage Accpac Solution Provider - the highest Business Partner level in the Sage Accpac Partner community
CGA - Canada
Vancouver (Colombie-Britannique)
www.cga-canada.org Cameron McKenzieFondée en 1908, l’Association des comptables généraux accrédités du Canada est une association professionnelle autoréglementée qui représente 68 000 CGA et étudiants.
Les CGA travaillent à l’échelle nationale et internationale dans les secteurs industriel, commercial et financier, dans le secteur public ou en cabinet privé ainsi que dans tout autre secteur où des services de comptabilité et de gestion financière sont requis. Ils comptent parmi leurs clients tant les grandes sociétés et les entreprises industrielles que les entrepreneurs individuels. L’expertise des CGA est respectée dans le secteur public et dans le monde des affaires.
CINUP
MGI Financial Inc.
Winnipeg (Manitoba)
www.cinup.com Marnie KlimackInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
The Aboriginal group benefits division of MGI Financial Inc., CINUP offers group insurance and pension services designed specifically for the unique needs of Status and Non-Status employers and employees.
Using a bulk-buying approach to benefits, CINUP helps First Nation groups save money and access better products and services not generally available to smaller groups.
Collectively, CINUP members become a large enough group to take advantage of these perks.
Denendeh Development Corporation
Yellowknife (Territoires du Nord-Ouest)
www.denendeh.ca Janet C. FairbairnInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
Denendeh Development Corporation (DDC) is a private company, incorporated in 1982 to enable the Dene of Canada's Northwest Territories to share in the ownership of profitable business and to foster employment, growth and career development in the communities
DDC has investments in six business sectors:
- oil and gas services,
- power generation and transmission,
- communications services,
- tourism and hospitality
- retail goods and services
- traditional arts
DDC works to create long-term economic self-sufficiency for the Dene - investing today for a stronger Dene future.
First Nations Bank of Canada
Saskatoon (Saskatchewan)
www.firstnationsbank.com Kevin AndersonInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
First Nations Bank of Canada is all about commitment -- our commitment to First Nations peoples and more specifically to you, as individual customers. We are committed to providing a total banking relationship by fulfilling your complete banking needs and working diligently to maintain a high level of customer service.
First Nations Insurance Services Ltd.
Prince Albert (Saskatchewan)
www.firstnationsins.com Helen BurgessInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
First Nations Insurance Services Ltd. (FNIS) was started by Kitsaki Development Corporation, the economic development division of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band, in 1987. The goal was to meet the unique needs of employees of First Nations bands, their institutions and businesses, specifically with a view to assisting in the preservation of health rights of First Nations people under the Treaties. It was determined that mainstream insurance brokers and companies were falling short of that mark, resulting in the formation of our group benefits Plan that continues to meet those needs to this day. In 2000, ownership expanded when the Peter Ballantyne Development Limited Partnership invested in the brokerage. Find out more...
First Nations Market Housing Fund
Ottawa, ON
www.fnmhf.ca Deborah TaylorInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
The First Nations Market Housing Fund is the first national fund to enable First Nations to gain easier access to private sector housing financing options. Through arrangements with First Nations and lenders, the Fund can assist in expanding market-based housing on reserve by providing access to homeownership, rental and renovation loans in First Nations communities. It is estimated the $300 million Fund will help to provide for up to 25,000 new housing units on-reserve over 10 years. The Fund will not only help to increase the housing supply, but will also provide First Nations communities, families and individuals with the means to build equity and generate wealth.
Grant Thornton LLP
Sydney, NS
www.grantthornton.ca John MacNeilInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
Grant Thornton LLP is a leading firm of chartered accountants, management consultants and other professional advisers serving entrepreneurial people and organizations Canada-wide. Together with Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton in Quebec, we have over 100 offices across the country. And as a member of Grant Thornton International with offices in more than 100 countries, we have the resources to advise you next door, nationwide and worldwide.
Higgins International Inc.
St. Andrews (Manitoba)
www.higginsinc.com Brenda LaRoseInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
With over 20 years of progressive recruiting experience throughout Canada, we have helped hundreds of organizations recruit, hire and retain the most qualified and fitting candidates to meet and exceed their business needs.
We provide quality search to a wide array of clients and industries, with a specialization in Aboriginal executive search. We have an extensive network in and experience placing top-level candidates in the following areas; finance, sales & marketing, health and wellness, gaming, hospitality, band administration, economic development, engineering, social services, education, associations, boards & governance, legal, natural resources, and more. Find out more....
IWI Consutling Group
Markham (Ontario)
www.iwigroup.ca Sean FraserInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
IWI Consulting Group provides software solutions to small and medium sized businesses across Canada. The company is a team of Certified Management Accountants, Business Consultants, Computer Programmers, Sales and Marketing Managers, and IT Specialists. IWI Consulting Group utilize our teams combined experience of over 20 years to provide clients with cost and time saving solutions that translate directly into increased profits for your organization.
IWI Consulting Group offers a full range of Sage Accpac ERP, CRM, HRMS, FAS, ePOS & other products for Service, Distribution & Manufacturing Industries.
IWI Consulting group philosophy has been built on the premise that customer service is vital to client retention and acquisition. If you need help with a business solution, we will help you find the answer, or we will build the solution.
IWI Consulting group believes that success of an enterprise is based on a solid understanding of its client's needs and expectations. We are fully committed to a strong and lasting relationship with our clients. This commitment demands that we deliver the best service available and IWI Consulting group remains completely responsive to the needs of our clients. Our unique mix of industry knowledge combined with technology expertise delivers a competitive edge you can measure.
Many Nations Financial Services Ltd.
Saskatoon (Saskatchewan)
www.manynations.com Judy LilandInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
Many Nations is a licensed insurance broker. We use our specialized expertise to find the insurance companies and pension fund managers who can best satisfy the particular needs of our clients, and provide them with the most value.
Many Nations is a ‟problem solver” - we consistently seek the best available solution and value for our clients.
Many Nations products are fully integrated with existing government programs - we ensure there are no duplications in benefits or costs.
Many Nations strives to be a model in corporate performance and accountability with high professional standards. We do what we say we will do!
Membertou First Nation
Sydney, NS
www.membertou.ca Jennifer MartinInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
Named after the Grand Chief Membertou (1510-1611) the Membertou First Nation belongs to the greater tribal group of the Mi’kmaw Nation. Membertou is situated 3 kms from the heart of the city of Sydney, Nova Scotia, within its tribal district of Unama’ki (Cape Breton). It is one of five Mi’kmaw communities in Cape Breton, and one of thirteen in the Province of Nova Scotia. Membertou is an urban First Nation community consisting of over 1050 people, and one of 5 communities that make up the Cape Breton Regional Municipality, with a total population of over 115 thousand people…[MORE]
Meyers Norris Penny LLP
Winnipeg, MB
www.mnp.ca Randall E. Swanson, CAFMInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
MNP helps Enoch Cree with new $132 million casino project
First Nations communities have a much bigger impact on the Canadian economy than most of us realize. According to the Community Economic Development Centre at Simon Fraser University, the number of native entrepreneurs is growing at a rate more than double the national average. Meyers Norris Penny is playing a key role in helping many of those entrepreneurs get their businesses running. Find out more... (PDF link).
New Relationship Trust
West Vancouver, BC
www.newrelationshiptrust.ca Cliff FreginInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
The New Relationship Trust (NRT) is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening First Nations in BC through capacity building.
NRT was created in 2006 as a response to the vision of a new relationship in the province, one based on "respect, recognition, and accommodation of aboriginal title and rights." This vision was jointly agreed to in the Spring of 2005 by leaders from the First Nations Summit, the BC Assembly of First Nations, the Union of BC Indian Chiefs and the Province of BC.
Today, NRT supports Nation Building by assisting First Nations and their communities in five key areas: education, capacity, language & culture, youth & elders, and economic development.
Royal Bank of Canada
www.rbcroyalbank.com/aboriginalHannah Campbell
Information seulement disponible en anglais.
Innovative approaches to a full range of services by RBC Royal Bank, Royal Trust and RBC Dominion Securities support our long-term commitment to Aboriginal Canadians.
RBC Royal Bank has a long history of service to the Aboriginal community and was one of the first banks to open a full-service branch on a First Nations reserve. We continue to support partnership initiatives, educational programs and community development through donations and sponsorships.
We encourage you to contact the Aboriginal banking manager or banking centre near you to discuss your specific banking needs. We are prepared to work closely with you, often right in your community, to help make a better future for you and your family.
Softrak Systems Inc.
Vancouver (Colombie-Britannique)
www.softrak.com Andrew BatesInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
For over 20 years, Softrak has been helping accounting departments improve their productivity. Since 1995, Softrak has been providing Windows-based accounting solutions for the Small to Medium Enterprise, and in 1999 we launched Adagio - a complete suite of accounting modules for professional services and distribution companies. With an expanded range of products, we are better equipped than ever to bring out the best in your accounting system.
Groupe Financier TD
Toronto (Ontario)
www.td.com Jennifer CowlingÀ la TD, nous nous engageons à soutenir les autochtones du Canada, tant les individus que leurs communautés. Que vous ayez besoin de conseils à propos de fiducies, de placements, de la planification stratégique, de financement de programmes communautaires, ou encore d’une réorientation professionnelle, la TD est là pour vous.
Services fiduciaires, bancaires et de placements aux autochtones
La TD est fière d’aider les peuples autochtones à établir et à gérer des fiducies, ainsi qu’à protéger et à investir les indemnités de règlements et les revenus tirés des ressources. Nous travaillons également en collaboration avec les dirigeants des communautés pour les aider à répondre aux besoins de financement pour soutenir les infrastructures et le développement économique.
Soutenir les communautés autochtones
La TD s’engage à apporter une contribution importante aux peuples autochtones en vue de soutenir l’éducation, l’emploi, l’initiation aux finances et la culture.
Perspectives de carrières
Peu importe où vous vous situez sur le plan professionnel, la TD a une place pour vous. Envisagez une carrière à la TD, où votre expérience et vos talents particuliers seront reconnus et valorisés.
T.E. Wealth
Waterloo (Ontario)
www.tewealth.com Jack JamiesonInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
At T.E. Wealth, we help individuals, families, businesses and employees reach their goals through a comprehensive wealth management process that includes customized investment solutions, asset protection, tax minimization, estate optimization, and financial education.
Our clients benefit from unbiased advice and personal attention. They work closely with a skilled Financial Consultant to develop a detailed financial plan, and can leverage a national network of top investment counsellors and financial specialists to help them successfully grow and preserve their assets throughout every stage of life.
Our culture of expertise, objectivity, and focus on our clients truly speaks for itself. In fact, nearly three-quarters of T.E. Wealth clients have recommended us to their colleagues, friends and family members.
Watson Aberant LLP
Edmonton (Alberta)
www.watsonaberant.com Jeremy FearnleyInformation to be posted soon!
William Squibb & Associates
Kitchener (Ontario)
www.wsquibb.com Rob PearceWilliam Squibb & Associées est chef en récupérations d’impôts pour les premières nations au Canada. Nous avons récupéré plus de $5.000.000 d’impôts au nom de nos clients et continuons à remettre l'argent d'impôts dans les mains des administrations de bande aujourd'hui. Nous avons avec succès récupéré des dollars d'impôts pour plus de 1/3 des bandes au Canada. Nous sommes membres de l'Association des agents financiers autochtones et avons fourni, et continuons à fournir, allégement fiscal d'impôts et rétablissement aux organismes de premières nations. Le centre et la grande majorité de notre travail sont effectués aux communautés de premières nations et aux Conseils tribunaux. Notre service s'est prouvé en aidant à récupérer des dollars d'impôts du gouvernement et en mettant ces fonds de nouveau dans les mains de l'administration de votre communauté où l'argent appartient! Si vous souhaitez recevoir autres informations veillez appelez, Claudine Darveau à 1-800-592-4079 ou par courriel: cdarveau@wsquibb.com. Nous serions heureux de répondre à toutes vos questions sur les avantages liés à nos services.
Xerox Canada Ltd.
Ottawa (Ontario)
www.xerox.ca Tom MaracleInformation seulement disponible en anglais.
Doing Our Part!
Xerox is a proud supporter of the AFOA and partner in the annual Aboriginal Excellence in Leadership Awards.
We subscribe the AFOA vision and support building professional development capacity in finance and management.
Xerox is a technology and services enterprise that helps customers deploy Smarter Document Management™ strategies and find better ways to work. Our intent is to constantly lead with innovative technologies, products and services that customers can depend upon to improve business results. Operations are guided by customer-focused and employee-centered core values -- such as social responsibility, diversity and quality -- augmented by a passion for innovation, speed and adaptability.