Tulo Centre

After 230 years, Caldwell First Nation is moving home. This journey shows the power of governance and land management in reclaiming identity and community (which our students learn about at the Tulo Centre). Read the news story: cbc.ca/news/canada/wi…

At the Tulo Centre, we love seeing community-led development in action! Bear River First Nation's Seven Paddles ecotourism project is building an off-grid lodge for cultural exchange, learning, and preserving traditional knowledge. Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/no…

Orijinative Aerial Innovations is using drones to transform forestry and empower First Nations through technology. Read the full Orijinative story: theglobeandmail.com/business/adv/a…

Caldwell First Nation is enhancing flood protection with a $15M upgrade to the Hillman Marsh dike, protecting 3,440 hectares of land. Building capacity for future generations! Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/wi…

Chelsee Pettit's win on Bears' Lair highlights Indigenous entrepreneurship and its role in economic independence. The story illustrates a broader movement toward enhancing Indigenous economic self-determination. Read more: squamishchief.com/local-news/the…

Susan Chiblow of Garden River First Nation is now the first Indigenous woman commissioner with the International Joint Commission, bringing Indigenous knowledge to environmental decision-making. Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/su…

Indigenous tourism in Manitoba is thriving, with 170+ Indigenous-owned businesses generating $100M+ in revenue and creating 1,000+ jobs. It's a testament to the economic impact of Indigenous entrepreneurship Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/ma…

The Whitecap Dakota First Nation are trailblazers. After being the first to implement a development cost charge under the FMA, they are now weaving culture into a $52M thermal spa near Saskatoon. Learn more: cbc.ca/news/canada/sa…

Like the Tulo Centre, the Indigenous Prosperity Foundation champions Indigenous economic development. Listen to the foundation’s Executive Director Michelle Okere discuss the impact of organizations like this: cbc.ca/player/play/vi…

After decades of negotiations, the Kitselas First Nation initiated a treaty with Canada and B.C. for self-governance. This milestone marks a step towards Kitselas' self-determination. Read more about this historic achievement: cbc.ca/news/canada/br…

At the Tulo Centre, we recognize the role of land reclamation in creating sustainable futures for First Nations. Right now, three First Nations are seeking the return 300 acres of industrial-zoned Crown land in Surrey. Full story: cbc.ca/player/play/vi…

First Nations Elders made history by graduating from U of W. Their dedication aligns with the goals of Tulo Centre students, which is to strengthen Indigenous communities. Watch the graduation story: cbc.ca/player/play/vi…

Nadine Jopson, from Alexander Cree Nation, launched one of Canada’s first Indigenous-owned craft soda companies. Featuring low-sugar, plant-based recipes, each can includes Cree translations and QR codes for the Indigenous ingredient details. Learn more: vancouverisawesome.com/food-and-drink…

BC has changed the Property Law Act & Land Title Acts, removing barriers for First Nations to buy and own land. The change facilitates easier access to land that Nations can use for housing and healthcare projects. Read more: cbc.ca/news/canada/br…

Three Yukon First Nations renew a joint land-use planning charter rooted in traditional values and Indigenous knowledge. They're committed to protecting land and water and mapping habitats and cultural sites for land use planning. Learn more: cbc.ca/player/play/vi…

Melanie Benson of the Ahtahkakoop Cree Nation in Sask. innovates traditional medicine with smudge spray. Her smoke-free smudge spray uses essential oils to preserve cultural practices and promote mental wellness. Get the full story: cbc.ca/player/play/vi…

Young #Indigenous entrepreneur, Mya Beaudry, expands her business to Greater Sudbury with the launch of a scrunchies vending machine featuring products from Kokom Scrunchies, made from handmade #Kokom scarves significant in First Nations culture. cbc.ca/news/canada/su…

Empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs with resources and support for success. Celebrating Kyle Brennan Shàwinipinesì's commitment to fostering economic empowerment in Indigenous communities. nationalobserver.com/2024/02/02/ana… #IndigenousEntrepreneurship

As Indigenous entrepreneurship gains momentum, these passionate entrepreneurs are at the forefront, bringing Indigenous cultures to new heights. theglobeandmail.com/business/artic…

Electric vehicle chargers are opening on Saskatchewan’s Little Black Bear First Nation - among the first Level 3 chargers owned by a #FirstNation in Canada. This milestone marks a breakthrough in First Nations' ownership of vital technology. theglobeandmail.com/drive/mobility…