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As we welcome a new season, First Nations Finance Authority (FNFA) would like to recognize the leadership of its member communities for a tremendous summer of Nation-building. From social development projects breaking ground, to increased participation in major energy projects, the message is clear – when First Nations have access to affordable capital, they can build quality of life in their communities, self-determination, and generational wealth.

Opportunities for more Nations to participate in major projects are growing very quickly. This calls for FNFA to continue supporting our current and new members while exploring innovative ways to do this. FNFA is looking to expand our mandate to help more Indigenous groups advance their priorities. An example of this is to broaden our membership to allow FNFA to lend to Special Purpose Vehicles.

While FNFA continues to explore real solutions to close the estimated $349.2 billion dollar infrastructure gap, and promote community wealth building, we are looking ahead to more economic opportunities being pursued. We are proud to be a lender of choice as we continue helping First Nations undertake projects that create jobs and prosperity, building their own futures on their own terms, and we hope you enjoy these stories.

As we navigate a time of economic uncertainty and significant political change, the need for innovative solutions and collaborative action has never been more urgent. One critical priority must be a renewed focus on Indigenous economic development. Empowering First Nations to build strong, self-sustaining communities not only strengthens Indigenous economies but also contributes to the prosperity of the Canadian economy as a whole. The opportunity—and responsibility—to invest in Indigenous-led growth is clear. It’s a path toward a more equitable and resilient future for generations to come.

First Nations Finance Authority (FNFA) remains steadfast in our mission to support First Nations across Canada to build strong and prosperous Nations by providing access to affordable capital. To date, FNFA’s loan portfolio exceeds $3.3 billion in financing for its members resulting in an estimated 33,000 job opportunities.

This isn’t just prosperity for First Nations—with a national economic output of approximately $7.1 billion to date, the success of FNFA member communities means prosperity for all Canadians.

As First Nations Finance Authority (FNFA) reflects on a historic year to date, we must acknowledge the visionary leadership of our member communities who are working hard to increase the quality of life in their Nations.

We are proud to be the only organization in the world leveraging private capital for a pooled-borrowing model of First Nations to finance their projects – this is true economic reconciliation in action.

From wind and solar farms to schools for our children and housing for our Elders, projects being undertaken are creating good jobs while contributing to the economy of Canada. In the coming year, the vision and mission of FNFA will remain the same – to help First Nations build their own futures on their own terms.