EXTERNAL INSTITUTIONS

Building an Indigenous Foundation

FHQTC is a founding member or significant shareholder in many of Canada’s most important Indigenous institutions. Leadership is actively involved in each of these organizations at the governance level, contributing to overall stewardship, and strategic direction. In partnership with First Nations, municipal, provincial, federal levels of government, businesses, and community organizations, they protect and advance Indigenous language and culture, play an important role in developing policy and regulations, advocate for rights and justice, influence education, and shape the contemporary Indigenous economy.

 

First Nations Bank of Canada (FNBC) (est. 1996)
The first and only federally chartered Indigenous-operated banking institution serving Indigenous and non-Indigenous people across Canada. As an important step towards Indigenous economic self-sufficiency, the Bank is more than 80% owned and controlled by Indigenous shareholders from several provinces and territories. Services are available at a network of full-service branches, Community Banking Centres, and electronic banking channels.

First Nations Power Authority (FNPA) (est. 2011)
FNPA works with the power sector to facilitate the development of First Nations-led power projects and Indigenous inclusion in the power sector. The organization fosters relationships and proactive partnerships that support First Nations in creating long-term sustainable value through investment, employment, infrastructure, and new business opportunities.

Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) (est. 1946)
Representing the 74 First Nations in Saskatchewan, the FSIN is one of Canada’s most powerful First Nations policy and advocacy organizations.

Saskatchewan Indigenous Cultural Centre (SICC) (est. 1972)
The first Indigenous-controlled educational institution serving at the provincial level, dedicated to maintaining the cultural identity of the First Nations peoples who inhabit what is now known as Saskatchewan: Plains Cree, Swampy Cree, Woodlands Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakoda, and Lakota.

First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) (est. 1976)
Canada’s first and only national Indigenous post-secondary institution.

Saskatchewan Indian Institution of Technology (SIIT) (est. 1976)
Governed by First Nation leaders, SIIT fosters career growth and skill development for people across Saskatchewan by providing academic, vocational, and technical training to thousands of students every year.

Saskatchewan Indian Equity Foundation (SIEF) (est. 1986)
One of the first Indigenous financial institutions in Canada, SIEF provides developmental lending that fosters the economic growth of First Nations businesses across Saskatchewan.

Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority (SIGA) (est. 1995)
A non-profit corporation and casino entertainment leader that has contributed more than $1B to the provincial economy. The company boasts more than 2000 employees, $250M in average annual revenue, and more than $80M in net income.

Indigenous Gaming Regulator (IGR) (est. 1995)
Headquartered in Saskatoon on the Asimakaniseekan Askiy Reserve, the IGR works with First Nations to raise awareness of the legal responsibilities of charitable gaming operations. The work of IGR helps to ensure ongoing economic prosperity for First Nations through the continued success of licensed charitable gaming.

First Nations Trust (FNT) (est. 1995)
Responsible for the distribution of the First Nation share of SIGA and Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation Casino profits to Saskatchewan First Nations for specified uses that benefit their communities.

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