SEF Canada Ltd. Launches Indigenous Entrepreneurial Development Program in Partnership with Three Sisters Consulting and Corrections Canada, Pacific Region.
Vancouver, British Columbia – January 10, 2025 – SEF Canada Ltd. is proud to announce the launch of the Indigenous Entrepreneurial Development Program, a transformative initiative designed to assist Indigenous inmates in achieving their business goals and becoming successful, contributing members of society.
Drawing on SEF Canada Ltd.'s extensive experience in navigating challenges and fostering entrepreneurial success, this program offers a viable alternative to traditional employment by providing the tools, support, and expertise needed for Indigenous entrepreneurs to thrive. The pilot project, conducted in collaboration with Three Sister's Consulting and the Pacific Region of Corrections Canada, will run for two years and aims to empower participants through tailored business development training and mentorship.
"We are incredibly excited and optimistic about the positive impact this project will have," said Suzette McFaul CEO at SEF Canada Ltd. "Our goal is to provide Indigenous inmates with the opportunity to create and manage their own businesses, paving the way for personal success and meaningful societal contributions."
The Indigenous Entrepreneurial Development Program is expected to foster economic self-sufficiency and reduce recidivism among participants, ultimately benefiting the wider community by promoting inclusive growth and social equity.
For further information, please contact:
Suzette McFaul
1(604) 789 2450
Suzette@sefcanada.com
SEF Canada (Sustainable Economic Futures) a Vancouver-based company and Three Sisters Consulting, an Ontario-based Indigenous-led organization, have together, under a strategic partnership created this program for assisting Entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs-to-be to create their own businesses.
About Corrections Canada – Pacific Region: Pacific Institution is a multi-level complex located about 80 kilometres east of Vancouver in the city of Abbotsford, British Columbia. Pacific Institution (men), Fraser Valley Institution for Women, Kwikwexwelhp Healing Village (men) (Harrison Mill).