First Nations groups sign agreement to foster economic development – Cape Breton Post

December 17, 2015

HALIFAX — Two provincial First Nations economic groups have inked a deal to work together on development initiatives of mutual interest.

The Mi’kmaw Economic Benefits Office (MEBO), based in Membertou, and the New Brunswick Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI), based in Fredericton, have signed a memorandum of understanding to that will create a focus on building partnerships with large industry in the region.

In a press release announcing the agreement, both groups say that want to identify both employment and business opportunities for aboriginal people along with offering training and support to both individuals and aboriginal businesses.

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