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Charting a new course for Indigenous inclusion

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Sean Willy Moderates “A Path to Success for Indigenous Procurement” Panel at Best Defence Conference

23 October, 2024

We’re proud to announce that today, Sean Willy, President & CEO of Des Nedhe Group, will moderate the “A Path to Success for Indigenous Procurement” panel at the Best Defence Conference, a premier event bringing together leaders from the Canadian defence and security sectors. This annual conference, held in London, Ontario, fosters discussion and collaboration across the defence industry, …

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16 October, 2024

Des Nedhe Opens the Market With Cedar Leaf Capital: Canada’s First Majority Indigenous-Owned Investment Dealer Receives Regulatory Approval

We’re excited to announce that Cedar Leaf Capital, Canada’s first majority Indigenous-owned investment dealer, has received regulatory approval and will officially begin operations later this month. This groundbreaking partnership between Scotiabank, Nch’ḵay̓ Development, Des Nedhe Group, and the Chippewas of Rama First Nation is set to increase Indigenous participation in Canada’s capital markets. Led by …

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14 October, 2024

Introducing the Four Sacred Medicines Collection of Ela Hultsi Carpeting

We are proud to introduce the Four Sacred Medicines collection, a unique collaboration between Ela Hultsi, Venture Carpets, and BGIS. This collection of carpets represents a fusion of Indigenous art, culture, and craftsmanship, designed to give back to the Community while symbolizing Reconciliation in everyday spaces. Ela Hultsi, a partnership between Des Nedhe Group and …

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We are built to adapt to change.

Led by our committed management and Board and a growing stable of industry experts, we follow a strong strategic plan built on pragmatic, long-term growth, diversification, continuous improvement, and continual investment in our people and business.

– Sean Willy, President and Chief Executive Officer

Companies

Forging lasting partnerships, investing in relationships.

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Careers

Fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Our Values

collaborative and hospitable

We take a long-term view, recognizing that patience and investment are keys to building the deep, trusting relationships that lead to lasting change

enterprising and hardworking

We are adaptable – built to perform exceptionally even under difficult and unpredictable circumstances.

self-aware

We go about our work with a quiet confidence that grows from the conviction that our businesses can compete in any industry or market.

committed to integrity

We take a considered approach to managing our company, developing and implementing intelligent, long-term plans that will fuel sustainable economic success and ongoing opportunities for all of our stakeholders.

OPTIMISTIC

We believe in our future, and in the extraordinary opportunities that await the next generation of Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples of Canada.

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