Indigenous Economic Impact in Thunder Bay – NADF

Thunder Bay is home to a thriving Indigenous business community that contributes significantly to the local economy. Understanding the scope and impact of this contribution is essential for policy development, business growth, and community engagement. In a recent episode of The Prosperity Podcast, Brian Davey spoke with Jamie Taylor, CEO of the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC), about the city’s first Indigenous Economic Impact Analysis.

WHAT IS THE CEDC AND THE STUDY ABOUT?

The CEDC acts as the Economic Development Corporation for Thunder Bay, focusing on community development, business growth, and tourism. As part of their strategic plan under the “Strengthening Community” pillar, they identified the need to better understand the Indigenous economic impact in the city.

Read More: https://www.nadf.org/indigenous-economic-impact