Elena Pierce

Discussions avec les représentants officiels du gouvernement pour l'obtention d'un appui financier visant à soutenir un projet régional de développement économique.

Advocacy related to the recognition of Goodstoney Nation as an independent Band under the Indian Act, including issues of self-governance, membership authority, and access to economic opportunities and trust revenues. Securing timely support for the extension of a lease term on designated lands in order to incentivize First Nations led housing initiatives. Arranging meetings with the Government to receive updates about outstanding legal files involving the Crown, support for the extension of the Head Lease term on designated lands and the G7 legacy fund Addressing outstanding legal files involving the Crown, including the case of Ear v the King. Assisting the Goodstoney Nation in discussions with the Government of Canada concerning the 5% Indigenous participation requirement in federal procurement is a key part of our mandate. We aim to ensure that the Stoney Nakoda can effectively leverage this policy to secure meaningful economic opportunities and partnerships.