Gina Wilson

Seeking a regulatory change under the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, which would allow the FNFA to issue loans to special purpose vehicles that qualify for the Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program announced in Budget 2024 The First Nations Fiscal Management Act, with respect to annual infrastructure funding

The First Nations Fiscal Management Act, with respect to annual infrastructure funding.

Monetizing annual federal infrastructure grants to First Nations to securitize First Nation Finance Authority (FNFA) debentures.

Working with the client to expedite the process of resolving the shortfall in agricultural benefits promised to the Opaskwayak Cree Nation under Treaty 5. Federal assistance with the purchase and development of an Indigenous eco-tourism business. Expansion of the community's health centre. Development and funding of a land-based addictions and mental health treatment centre. Amendments to Opaskwayak's 10-year grant under the New Fiscal Relationship framework.

Financial assistance for the expansion of the community's health centre. Financial assistance for the development of a transload facility on OCN land Federal assistance with the purchase and development of an Indigenous eco-tourism business. Development and funding of a land-based addictions and mental health treatment centre. Amendments to Opaskwayak's 10-year grant under the New Fiscal Relationship framework.

Seeking funding for the establishment and scale-up of the First Nations Procurement Authority (FNPA) to enhance Indigenous business certification and procurement participation. Seeking funding to support digital and in-person services for Indigenous entrepreneurs through the national expansion of the Indigenous Business Centre of Excellence. Seeking funding to scale Indigenous-led tourism development through the delivery of the Signature Indigenous Tourism Experiences Stream and related initiatives. Seeking funding to advance Indigenous housing finance solutions through support for the Yänonhchia’ model, enabling access to homeownership in First Nations communities. Seeking stable funding and access to capital (loan program) from the government to support Indigenous Financial Institutions (IFIs), as well as women and youth entrepreneurial programs across Canada.

Seeking stable funding and access to capital (loan program) from the government to support Indigenous Financial Institutions (IFIs), as well as women and youth entrepreneurial programs across Canada.

Increase support and funding on issues related to global migration and forced displacement, including on operational responses to new arrivals in Canada. Engage in governmental dialogue on issues related to international humanitarian law (IHL), with specific reference to ensuring the protection of populations experiencing increased vulnerabilities and the delivery of humanitarian assistance during times of armed conflict. Build support and obtain grant funding for community service organizations in Canada. Build support for health and public initiatives, including but not limited to supports targeted to mental health and seniors. Increase support and investment in diverse programming for indigenous communities, including preparedness, risk reduction, emergency response and recovery. Secure investments in readiness for all-hazard response, including health emergencies and public health crises in Canada and around the world.

We will be meeting with elected officials and Designated Public Office Holders about First Nations police services and the need for funding for a tribal police service. We will be meeting with elected officials and Designated Public Office Holders about First Nations police services and for programs supporting First Nation-led police service.

Blackbird will support the Confederacy in their advocacy around Bill C-5, the One Canadian Economy Act and the Major Projects Office, including the Pathways Alliance Project. Blackbird will support the Confederacy in ensuring Indigenous procurement targets are met at Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake and ensure the base and DND uphold their agreements with nearby First Nations. The Confederacy is aiming to build relationships with federal decision-makers to advance priorities on First Nations housing, health, and education, and discuss specific programs and opportunities. Confederacy of Treaty Six is examining pathways to secure increased funding for First Nations policing. Blackbird will correspond with federal officials to coordinate attendance for an upcoming Confederacy of Treaty Six policing symposium in November 2025, as well as in-person meetings in Ottawa.

Driftpile Cree Nation seeks to exercise its child welfare jurisdiction to deliver services and manage funds as enabled and encouraged under An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families Driftpile Cree Nation is seeking support for the development of on and off-reserve programming that serves the best interests of Driftpile Cree Nation Children and Youth, both on and off-reserve. Driftpile Cree Nation is seeking funding to improve critical community infrastructure including roads, bridges, community facilities, clean drinking water and wastewater infrastructure. Driftpile Cree Nation is seeking funding to improve critical community infrastructure including roads, bridges, community facilities, clean drinking water and wastewater infrastructure.

Promote the benefits of salmon farming, including increased investments, job creation, food security, exports, and economic reconciliation with First Nations. Convey to the government the importance of collaboration and partnership between indigenous groups and the federal, and provincial governments regarding salmon farming.

Raise awareness about the First Nations Bank of Canada; seek opportunities for economic development.

Seeking potential funding opportunities related to infrastructure, such as Green and Inclusive Community Buildings and First Nation Infrastructure Fund. In particular, aiming to secure commitments and action plans on key priorities, including Treaty Land Entitlement and Annuity Settlements, improved public safety and emergency management, with a focus on wildfire response Engage with government in support of critical infrastructure on-reserve, such as educational and community facilities. Specifically in regard to Bill C-5, One Canadian Economy: An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act

Engage with government in support of critical infrastructure on-reserve, such as educational and community facilities. Specifically in regard to Bill C-5, One Canadian Economy, and potential funding opportunities related to infrastructure, such as Green and Inclusive Community Buildings and First Nation Infrastructure Fund. In particular, aiming to secure commitments and action plans on key priorities, including Treaty Land Entitlement and Annuity Settlements, improved public safety and emergency management, with a focus on wildfire response.

Seeking support for renewal of Urban Program for Indigenous People;