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Thursday, October 3, 2024 

11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

Hudson | 200 8^th Avenue S.W., Calgary 

This event draws hundreds of industry professionals and service providers across a wide range of sectors to connect with the Nation’s leadership, representatives of its business entities – FM468FN Economic Development and the Fort McMurray First Nation Group of Companies (FMFN Group) – its business partners, and each other. 

“This is an important event for the Nation, providing us with an opportunity to highlight our partnerships and build new relationships that support our focus on developing mutually beneficial business opportunities that contribute to the strength, sustainability, and resiliency of our Nation.” Ryan Coish – Vice President – Business Development, Fort McMurray 468 First Nation Economic Development. 

Register today for this FREE event 

A panel discussion on “Indigenous-Industry Procurement” will be held from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m. 

Panelists: 

• Dustin Meek, Manager of Indigenous Business Development and Housing; Cenovus 

• Jennifer Fox, Manager of Supply Chain; ConocoPhillips Canada 

• Jordan Nail, Indigenous Business Development; Imperial Oil 

• Debi Noseworthy, Indigenous Procurement Consultant; Partner Advantage Inc. 

• A councillor from the Fort McMurray 468 First Nation 
   

MODERATOR 

• Ryan Coish, Vice President, Fort McMurray 468 First Nation Economic Development 

 
This year’s tradeshow will include 27 exhibitors including FM468FN Economic Development partner companies, including the Nation, Economic Development and FMFN Group. This is a great opportunity to attend this free event to learn more about the Nation and its partners. 

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Held June 19^th at the Fort McMurray Golf Club, this was the first year the tournament hosted a golf course buy-out, 27 holes, and 54 teams!

$58,000 was raised for the Fort McMurray 468 First Nation Community Wellness Services at our 6th Annual Golf Scramble, held on June 19^th, at the Fort McMurray Golf Course. 

We are grateful to all the foursomes, sponsors, and volunteers who supported this tournament in support of the Fort McMurray 468 First Nation Health and Wellness Services.

Thank you to:

• Presenting sponsor Centerfire Energy Group
• Gold sponsor Integral Energy Services
• Breakfast Sponsor Cenovus
• Luncheon Sponsor NCSG
• Registration table Sponsor Pacific Rim Group
• Prize Table Sponsor Home Hardware
• Cart Sponsors FLINT
• Cart Sponsors Morgan
• Snack and Driving Range Sponsor Greenfire Resources
• Putting Green Sponsor Paladin Security
• Mulligan Sponsor CMR Consulting Inc.
• Hole-in-one Sponsors Inter Pipeline, Secure Energy, JEN-COL Construction, William Lake Metis, Fort McMurray Giants Baseball Club, AGAT Laboratories
• Hole Sponsors Imperial Oil, Treeline Well Services, Civeo, SMS Equipment, Enbridge Pipelines Athabasca, DXP Canada, Chinooks Fuels, Canada Pump and Power, Breakwater Vantage, Direct horizontal Drilling, Fort McKay Alcor, McKay Metis Group, Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism, Pure Environmental, Mikiwam
• Live Auction Donor West Earth Sciences and Bailey Wadden & Duffy LLP

We thank everyone who participated in making this a great day, for a great cause!

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The 2022/2023 IESG Report builds on the commitments outlined in the FMFN468 and Fort McMurray First Nation Group of Companies joint 2021 Sustainability Report to the Community. It showcases how the Nation’s leadership, its employees, and industry partners are working together to build a vibrant, resilient, and self-sufficient community – while putting the Nation’s culture and practices at the heart of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting.

View flipbook and read the news release.

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11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

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OES 468 Heavy Rents, a partnership between Centerfire Energy Group and Optimum Equipment Solutions, is pleased to announce that it has executed a joint venture agreement with Fort McMurray 468 First Nation Group of Companies, which includes heavy equipment rental services within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.

We are happy to announce this exciting new partnership. This collaboration brings an additional service solution to Fort McMurray First Nation, focusing on heavy equipment rental and sales within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. We are eager to contribute to the community’s growth and development through this new venture.

FMFN Group’s success in establishing strong partnerships across a wide range of sectors has created meaningful employment opportunities for Nation Members and additional service lines to the Group of Companies. Working together with the Nation’s Economic Development team has led to new business development opportunities and continued partnership growth. 

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UNVEILING OF KOMATSU 980 MINING TRUCKS:

During this gathering of community members, industry guests, and employees, two Komatsu 980 mining trucks, adorned with breathtaking artwork by local First Nations artist Sandra Wiltzen, were unveiled. These trucks will be part of SMS Equipment’s fleet, to honour residential school Survivors and serve as reminder of the importance of Truth and Reconciliation.

SMS EQUIPMENT’S COMMITMENT:

Kelly-Ann Cordner, Executive Vice President of HR and Chief Human Resources Officer at SMS Equipment said, “We have identified the opportunity to continuously improve and begin taking steps in all our branches across Canada to spread greater awareness of Truth and Reconciliation and contribute to the economic sustainability of the Indigenous communities where we operate.”

A MESSAGE FROM FORT MCMURRAY 468 FIRST NATION:

Councillor Samantha Whalen beautifully encapsulated the significance of Truth and Reconciliation, stating, “Truth and Reconciliation means acknowledging the painful past, healing the wounds, restoring our cultural heritage, seeking justice, and building a more inclusive and equitable future for all Indigenous peoples. It is a transformative journey toward reconciliation, understanding, and empowerment.”

This event is a commitment to healing and unity, paving the way for reconciliation.

Read the full article “Every Child Matters Event Brings Together Community & Industry in Fort McMurray“

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The 5th Annual Golf Scramble, co-hosted by Fort McMurray 468 First Nation Economic Development and Fort McMurray First Nation Group of Companies, was an amazing success!

Held June 22nd at the beautiful Fort McMurray Golf Club, event sponsorships and foursomes sold out in record time.

Thanks to the support of our many sponsors and the generosity of all the participants, the tournament raised $34,360 for Fort McMurray 468 First Nation’s vital Community Wellness Services – besting the $25,000 raised in 2022!

Thank you to:

• Presenting Sponsor: Centerfire Energy Group
• Gold Sponsor: Integral Energy Services
• Breakfast Sponsor: Morgan Construction
• Luncheon Sponsor: Civeo
• Prize Table Sponsor: Cenovus Energy
• Cart Sponsor: NCSG Crane & Heavy Haul
• Putting Green Sponsor: Chinook Fuels Ltd.
• Hole Sponsors: Applied Industrial Technologies, CMR Consulting, Greenfire Resources, Imperial Oil, Inter Pipeline, MEG Energy, SMS Equipment, Team Inc., Telus, Treeline Well Services
• Hole-in-One-Sponsors: Breakwater Vantage, CNOOC, DXP, Flint
• Registration Table Sponsor: Suncor

We are grateful for the strong business partnerships and friendships we have forged together and appreciate your dedication to Fort McMurray 468 First Nation.

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The story highlights our focus on creating long-term benefits for the Nation and its Members – and how we work with business partners to drive mutually beneficial opportunities and growth.

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