2^nd Annual Northern Economic Development Gathering

February 10^th – 13^th, 2025

Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre
‍Thunder Bay, Ontario

SOLD OUT!

We look forward to welcoming you for the second annual event:
Lands & Environment

Tourism

Natural Resources

Youth Growth Opportunities

Land based businesses

Technology & Innovation

Energy

After the success of our Inaugural Gathering & Tradeshow last year, we are excited to welcome our communities, entrepreneurs, economic development leaders, and partners once again!

Join our hosts, the six partner organizations Windigo Community Development Corporation, Matawa First Nations, Keewaytinook Okimakanak, Shibogama First Nations Council, TKG Group and Independent First Nations Alliance in attending this highly anticipated Gathering focused on economic development, reconciliation and the promoting the inbuilt prosperity of Ontario’s north.

This Gathering will feature one of Northwestern Ontario’s premier business leaders, JP Gladu, as our Emcee to facilitate three incredible days of keynotes from eminent change-makers, networking opportunities and more as we, together, seek to build on the powerful foundation of First Nation business.

Ticket information

Delegate – $800
Exhibitor – $1,500
Gala +1 Ticket – $100 (available to purchase with Delegate or Exhibitor tickets)

venue

Valhalla Hotel & Conference Center
1 Valhalla Inn Road,
Thunder Bay Ontario, P7E 6J1

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exhibitor booths are now sold out!

Setup for the tradeshow is Monday February 10th after 3:00PM and Thursday February 13th at noon.
Sponsorship Opportunities

We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities available, and they’re going fast. More information and contact information available here:

Sponsor deck