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YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS SYMPOSIUM 2014

Welcome to the National 2014 Young Entrepreneurs Symposium! The New Relationship Trust (NRT) and Treaty 7 Management Corporation (T7MC) are pleased to be hosting the 2014 Young Entrepreneurs Symposium at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre Calgary Airport. We look forward to the energy, innovative ideas, and team spirit that the aspiring Aboriginal entrepreneurs will bring to this year’s symposium. This is neither a training exercise nor a workshop, but an opportunity to participant in a unique event that will change your future. “Life changing” is an expression heard over and over again from YES delegates. We will challenge delegates in ways they have not encountered before, forcing them to reach solutions that will be unique. Delegates will witness informative and inspirational keynote speakers and panel members from a variety of backgrounds. Many of the panelists and supporters of YES 2014 are in fact people who have either participated or supported YES in the past and who wish to continue their involvement with this memorable event. Enjoy your time over the next three days, work hard, accomplish your individual and team goals, but most of all have fun!

Cliff Fregin CEO New Relationship Trust

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Dawn Farrel

Blaine Favel

President and CEO TransAlta Corporation

Executive Chairman One Earth Oil and Gas

Dawn Farrell became President and CEO of TransAlta Corporation on January 2, 2012. Mrs. Farrell has over 29 years of experience in the electric energy industry, holding roles at TransAlta and BC Hydro.

Blaine Favel is the 14th chancellor of the University of Saskatchewan, having taken up his duties on July 1 of 2013. Mr. Favel, currently the Executive Chairman of One Earth Oil and Gas, is an influential Plains

Mrs. Farrell sits on the board of directors of The Conference Board of Canada, the Canadian Council of Chief Executives and the Calgary Stampede. Her past boards include the Mount Royal College Board of Governors, Fording Coal Income Fund, New Relationship Trust Fund, Mount Royal College Foundation and Vision Quest Windelectric.

Cree leader who has made significant contributions to scholarship, education, public service and the Canadian public good. During his tenure as Chief of the Poundmaker Cree Nation in Cutknife, SK, Chief Favel established the first community-based justice program for First Nations with the introduction of sentencing circles on reserves. A former Grand Chief of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations, Mr. Favel pioneered two national firsts; the establishment of the First Nations Bank of Canada, Canada’s only Aboriginal controlled bank, and the Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority, Canada’s first Indian gaming organization.

She holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a major in Finance and a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of Calgary (Calgary, AB). Mrs. Farrell has also attended the Advanced Management Program at Harvard University (Cambridge, MA).

Erin Meehan

Anthony Calvillo Former CFL Quarterback Anthony Calvillo (born August 23, 1972) is a former Canadian Football League quarterback. He is professional football’s all-time passing yards leader, and first in all-time CFL passing yards. In his career, he passed for 79,816 yards and is one of five professional quarterbacks to have completed over 400 touchdown passes (the others being Brett Favre, Warren Moon, Peyton Manning and Dan Marino). Calvillo won three Grey Cup championships in 2002, 2009, and 2010, and named Grey Cup Most Valuable Player in 2002. He also won the CFL’s Most Outstanding Player Award three times, in 2003, 2008, and 2009, which ties him for second all-time behind Doug Flutie. Calvillo announced his retirement on January 21, 2014. Calvillo was born in Los Angeles, California. While attending La Puente High School, he was a two-sport standout in football and basketball.

President ESS North America Erin Meehan is President of ESS North America, a division of Compass Group Canada, a role she was appointed to in 2010. Erin began her career in purchasing in her home state of Louisiana. Later, she worked in public accounting while pursuing her Master’s Degree at the University of Denver. In 2000, she made the career move to Compass Group PLC as a Senior Accountant/Director of Purchasing in the Louisiana office. In 2002, Erin was appointed President and CEO of ESS Gulf of Mexico, a position she held until 2008. In late 2008, she was named President of ESS Canada. With this appointment came a move from Louisiana to Calgary, Alberta where she resided until 2010. Erin is currently based at the Canadian headquarters of Compass Group where she leads a diverse team committed to providing vital support and foodservices to remote locations such as offshore oil rigs, coastal logging camps and large projects in the Alberta Oil Sands.

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We are honoured to sponsor the 2014 Young Entrepreneur Symposium. Your commitment to the community inspires us all. It’s important to build relationships based on mutual respect, shared values, and a common understanding. That’s why RBC® has a long history of partnering with associations and organizations serving Aboriginal communities from coast to coast to coast. Together, we can create a strong and sustainable future for all.

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MONDAY, November 24th 2014 5:00pm 7:00pm

Registration Kick off/Reception Come meet the other delegates and some of the guest speakers. Opening reception will feature some ice breakers and invited guests.

TUESDAY , November 25th 2014 7:30am

Breakfast (provided)

8:30am

Opening Ceremonies

9:00am

Delegate Introductions and Team Formation Challenge #1 — Team Building

10:30am

Challenge #2 — Marketing

10:45am

Break

11:00am

Panel Session — Executive Panel

12:30pm

Lunch—Keynote Speaker, Dawn Farrel

1:30pm

Panel Session — Women in Business

3:00pm

Challenge #3 - Sales

4:00pm

Delegate work time

WEDNESDAY , November 26th 2014 7:30am

Breakfast

8:30am

Recap events from Day One

9:00am

Panel Session —YES

10:30am

Break

11:00am

Keynote Speaker — Erin Meehan

12:00pm

Lunch

1:00pm

Challenge #4 — Creative

4:00pm

Sponsors Reception

4:00pm

Delegate work time THURSDAY , November 27th 2014

7:30am

Breakfast

8:30am

Recap

9:00am

Panel Session #4 — Show Biz

10:30am

Break

10:45am

Keynote Speaker — Blaine Favel

11:30pm

Lunch

1:00pm

Marketing Challenge #2— Presentations

2:00pm

Sales Challenge #3— Presentations AWARDS GALA BANQUET

7:00pm

Dinner and Awards, Anthony Calvillo Keynote

PANELISTS AND SPEAKERS Session 1: Executive Panel Speakers Mike DeGagne

President and Vice-Chancellor of Nipissing University Mike DeGagné is the seventh President and Vice-Chancellor of Nipissing University. His career includes work with the federal government in management of Aboriginal programs, and as a negotiator of comprehensive claims. Most recently he has served as the founding Executive Director of the Aboriginal Healing Foundation, a national organization which addressed the legacy of Indian Residential Schools. He has served on numerous Boards of Directors in the health and university sectors including as Chairman of Ottawa’s Queensway-Carleton Hospital, and Chairman of the Child Welfare League of Canada. He is currently a Board Director of the Mental Health Commission of Canada. He has a PhD in Education focusing on Aboriginal post-secondary success from Michigan State University, and Master’s degrees in Administration and Law. He lectures nationally and internationally in the areas of Indigenous governance and reconciliation. He is a recipient of the Order of Ontario and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal.

Maryantonett Flumian

President of the Institute on Governance As the President of the Institute On Governance, Maryantonett Flumian is responsible for the development of the Institute’s vision and strategic direction, project and partnership development, and the fostering of programs to promote public discussion of governance issues. She is a seasoned senior executive at the Deputy Minister level in the Canadian federal Public Service with more than 20 years of large-scale operational experience in the economic, social and federal/provincial domains. She is internationally recognized for her work as a transformational leader across many complex areas of public policy and administration such as labour markets, firearms, fisheries, and environmental issues. She was the first Deputy Minister of Service Canada. Her current research focuses on leadership, collaboration, governance, and the transformational potential of technology primarily in the area of citizen-centered services. In addition, Maryantonett spent three years at the University of Ottawa initiating programming for the development of senior public service leaders. Maryantonett received a Bachelor of Arts and a Master’s Degree in history and completed comprehensive exams towards a PhD in the same subject at the University of Ottawa.

Nick Javor

Senior Vice President, Tim Horton’s Development for Canada Nick Javor is Senior Vice President, Development for Canada. During his 20 years with Tim Hortons Nick has held various senior management positions. Nick is a graduate of McMaster University where he received his degree in Chemical Engineering and a Masters in Business Administration. He has served on numerous Boards, including: the Canadian Franchise Association; Tim Horton Children’s Foundation; Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business; Arctic Children and Youth Foundation; and Special Advisor to the Ted Nolan Foundation. Nick is especially proud of his role in creating Tim Hortons aboriginal relations strategy – Horizons; with a focus on economic development and education. He was also the co-creator of the DevelopMEntor program with Dwight Powless of Algonquin College, creating job opportunities for Aboriginal Youth who are trained and prepared for their first experience in the workplace. Nick relaxes by staying addicted to his Blackberry, while consuming on average 8-10 cups of Canada’s finest coffee – every day!

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PANELISTS AND SPEAKERS Session 2: Show Biz Panel Glen Gould

Award-Winning Actor Glen is an award-winning actor who has appeared in a numerous amount of television shows and can currently be seen on APTN’s Cashing In. He has recently completed shooting the mini-series Klondike in Ireland, Murdoch Mysteries, Blackstone and Mohawk Girls. He has also starred in the film Rhymes For Young Ghouls, which recently earned him two Best Actor nominations in San Francisco and Los Angeles, and the feature films Charlie Zone, Crossfire Trail, One Dead Indian, Older Than America and Elijah, in which he starred as Phil Fontaine. Glen is also known as for his rich voice, providing voice overs and narration for several TV Shows and documentaries as well as animation, starring as the voice of Bill Tukyuk on the award winning animated series Yvon of The Yukon. Glen has also embarked on a career as a musician and is currently recording his debut CD. He currently resides in Toronto.

Cheri Maracle

Actor, Singer, Songwriter Cheri Maracle is a multi-award nominated actor/singer/songwriter of the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, Ontario. Cheri has a theatre-trained background and has performed professionally for the past 20 years across Canada, the United States, and Europe.
Selected theatre credits include; The Rez Sisters,(The Belfry Theatre), The Honouring, (Kahawi Dance Theatre) Death of a Chief (The National Arts Centre), to name a few. Cheri was twice nominated for the prestigious K.M. Hunter Theatre award 2007, and 2014 for her body of theatrical work, and from 2006-2008 was an artistic associate of the award winning Aboriginal women’s theatre company, Turtle Gals. Cheri’s role as Sarah Bull, on the critically acclaimed drama series Blackstone, earned her a Canadian Screen Award nomination for best supporting actress in a featured role, 2014. Selected tv credits include; Blackstone Season Three, and Four (APTN), Murdoch Mysteries(CBC), Moccasin Flats, 2 seasons (APTN, Showcase), Blackfly, 2 seasons (Global), Dead Man’s Gun, (Showtime) Indian:suite (film), and award winning feature film Tkaronto (APTN). Cheri was also co-host of the Indspire Awards, 2013 (Global, APTN). Cheri is also a recording artist and recently released her third full length album, jazz compilation Ache of Love. All albums available on itunes. www.cherimaracle.com. www.paulinejohnsononstage.ca

Michelle Thrush Actress

Michelle Thrush has worked professionally in film, television and theatre for more than 25 years with her first film role at the age of seventeen. Ms. Thrush with over forty professional credits in the entertainment industry has also won numerous awards and special recognitions. Multiple Awards and nominations for her role of Gail Stoney, on the dramatic series “BLACKSTONE” include numerous wins and nominations. Other credits include her regular role on the popular APTN/Showcase series “MOCCASIN FLATS”, her starring role as Kate in her second season of the comedy hit “MIXED BLESSINGS”. Michelle was also Sylvie Lebret in the hit CBC series “NORTH OF 60” as Artistic Director. Ms. Thrush continues to write, direct, and produce theatre, and has played many leading roles across Canada.She tours extensively through North America with her one-woman shows: “RECLAIM”, “RIGHT NEXT DOOR”, and her latest, ”FIND YOUR OWN INNER ELDER”. Her work with youth and children is her greatest passion with characters such as “Majica, the Aboriginal Healing Clown” and “Kookum Martha”, a sprite old Indian Elder. Michelle explains laughter is a natural part of her culture. Her work with Aboriginal children addressing important issues in the community through comedy and performance is what Ms. Thrush enjoys best. The mother of two wonderful daughters, Michelle and her family are currently residing in Calgary, Alberta

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PANELISTS AND SPEAKERS Session 3: YES Panel Speakers Carrissa Auger Siksikia Nation

Carrissa Auger is a First Nation woman from Siksika Nation; she is a student, business analyst, actress, pageant scout, former Miss Canada and Miss USA. Carrissa received her BA in International Indigenous Studies from the University of Calgary in 2013, and plans to return to University to further her education. Carrissa was selected a National finalists for Miss Canada Globe (2012) and Miss Canada Universe (2014). Carrissa held various titles such as Miss Southern Alberta, Miss Canadian Scholarship Ambassador, and is a two time award winner of the Miss Cosmopolitan award- awarded to a person who is most familiar with and at ease with many different cultures, winning one in Athens Greece and the other in the Republic of Albania. Over the years, Carrissa has been involved in volunteering for various causes and is determined to do more. With Carrissa’s story being shared she hopes to inspire others to become dream chasers.

DJ O Show - Orene Askew Squamish Nation

DJ O Show (Orene Askew) is from The Squamish Nation in Vancouver, BC. And she attended YES in 2012 in Ottawa, Ontario. She says that YES gave her the extra drive to succeed in her Business career. Since YES, DJ O Show has become an instructor at the School of Remix (Vancouver’s Best DJ/Production School), teaching students with an inspired approach to pursue their dream of becoming a DJ. In addition to DJ’ing, she is an inspirational speaker, traveling across the country to bring ambition and drive to youth, encouraging them to make any dream they have into a reality. O Show has DJ’d the red carpet for WE Day Vancouver at Rogers Arena for two years, she was voted the official DJ for YES (Young Entrepreneurs Symposium) in Ottawa in 2012 and continues to travel for the annual event. She has hosted shows and emceed numerous events, including Bowling for Big Brother’s Classic and working for radio stations like Vancouver’s The Beat 94.5 and Washington’s Movin’ 92.5.

Helen Oro Pelican Lake First Nation Fashion Designer, Helen Oro (Plains Cree from Pelican Lake First Nation) .She started her journey into the world of Beauty with Helen’s Nail Artistry & Esthetics, she quickly gained the attention of Native Max Magazine. Her nail art was featured in several issues and after getting to see the full scope of her artistry with nails and makeup, they offered her the opportunity to serve as both the Canadian Regional Director and Beauty/Fashion Editor. The work that was featured in Native Max as well her work with the magazine quickly opened more doors for her to move into the fashion scene, especially with the growing popularity of her beaded sunglasses. The growing demand for her sunglasses that have been featured in several photoshoots and fashion shows, led the creation of Helen Oro Designs. With Helen Oro Designs, she was able to not only offer her beaded sunglasses, but beaded heels and other accessories as well as couture clothing. Her work seemed to take on a life of itself own and Helen soon found herself showing her work at several fashion shows throughout the U.S and Canada. This past September, she found herself showing Helen Oro Designs on the runway during Couture Fashion Week held in New York City, proving that hard work and dedication will make any dream a reality. She was raised by her grandparents, who did the best with what means they had to keep her safe, happy and loved. It didn’ t shield her from the having to witness and deal with the harsh realities of drugs, alcohol, and violence, but where others would fall victim to this destructive cycle it inspired something very different in Helen. It made her determined to write a new story for herself, so that she should could inspire her own kids and the younger generations of her community to chase their dreams

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PANELISTS AND SPEAKERS Session 4: Woman on Business Theresa Ducharme CEO and Founder Lemon Cree Bounce Fit Theresa has been a Certified Fitness Specialist since 2006 . In 2007, she became certified in Stability Ball Fitness Training and has developed her own fun and unique style of fitness classes called Lemon Cree Bounce Fit in Montreal Quebec in 2010. This class exploded in popularity across the Cree Nation in Northern Quebec and is expanding across Ontario. She is also on the board of director and share holder for a brand new developing basketball team for the NBA in Rochester NY for 2015. Earlier in her career, she traveled the world performing with and choreographing dance and drumming groups at world music festivals and world expos. In addition to forming her own native dance troupe who traveled along with her, she opened up one of the first Native modeling agencies in the 1980s, bringing her 20 years experience as an International fashion model. Currently she resides in Toronto, Ontario.

Nicole Robertson Muskwa Productions & Consulting Nicole Robertson has dedicated her life to creating awareness about Indigenous Peoples through the media. Her journalism career has taken across North America and into the United Kingdom; writing, directing, producing, and reporting on issues that encompass Indigenous communities. In 2002, Nicole created and founded “Muskwa Productions & Consulting”, which specializes in communication advisory services that include; media and public relations, media training, event and video production. Muskwa Productions is assisting First Nations in their communication strategies to create accurate representations of their news and events to educate and inform mainstream media, Canadians and Peoples of the world in sharing their stories. This year, Nicole Robertson’s story was published in a book on Phenomenal Female Entrepreneurs by Second Story Press. The Cree Entrepreneur is serving as the National Chair of the Aboriginal Women in Leadership National Council. Ms. Robertson was recently appointed to serve as a member of the First Nations Women’s Council on Economic Security through the Province of Alberta.

Mona Royal

M&R Gas Station/Boy Chief Trading Post Mona Royal has dedicated her life to helping people thru her successful businesses that both her and her husband, Daryl McDonald own and operate. M&R Gas Station/Boy Chief Trading Post was opened in 2002 and following that were the start of their successful company D&C Fuels in 2014. Mona Royal is the first licenced First Nation’s female gas distributor in all of Canada and her goal is to reach and help as many First Nations Gas Stations as possible. Mrs. Royal resides in Siksika Nation located in Treaty No.7 but originally comes from Moose Factory, Ontario. Mona Royal has been a shining example to the people of Siksika Nation and surrounding Nations that with a little hard work and determination anything is possible. Her firm foundation has brought forth many opportunities not only for herself but for the First Nations peoples as well. For this Cree/Blackfoot entrepreneur her two main goals are to first be a servant of God and secondly to help and build up her fellow people.

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Don’t miss the excitement of the Young Entrepreneurs Symposium in 2015 Expect thoughtful speakers, exciting challenges and dynamic teammates as delegates compete once again to claim the $5,000 top prize! Visit the website

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MISSION Investing in First Nations in British Columbia to assist them in building their capacity as envisions by a new relationship