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Sean Willy Presented with a Traditional Moose Hide Vest

06 January, 2025

Over the last two years, Cheyenna Hunt, Angie Campbell, Mervin McIntyre and a group of talented craftspeople and ERFN Elders worked to create a very special gift for Sean. This was presented to him at our Des Nedhe Holiday Celebration in December 2024. Credit to C-Weed who allowed their song “Run As One” to be …

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18 December, 2024

Sean Willy Honoured with the King Charles Coronation Medal

We are humbled and proud to share that Sean Willy, President & CEO of Des Nedhe Group, has been awarded the prestigious King Charles Coronation Medal. This honour is bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated outstanding service to Canada, and Sean’s recognition is a testament to his unwavering dedication to Indigenous economic development.

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04 December, 2024

Creative Fire at The Assembly of First Nations

On December 3, Jordan Baptiste represented Des Nedhe Group at the Assembly of First Nations Special Chiefs Assembly, held on the traditional territory of the Anishinabe Algonquin Nation in Ottawa. Jordan had the opportunity to share the inspiring journey of Des Nedhe Group, the economic development arm of English River First Nation and parent company …

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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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