Des Nedhe Group

This week Sean Willy joins a national conversation on leadership, self-reliance, and autonomy across resources, innovation, and decision-making at the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference in Quebec City. The panel conversation will focus on Indigenous ownership, domestic capability, and the ability to execute at scale in an interconnected world. As Sean has said, participation isn’t enough. The goal is to lead, deliver, and retain value over the long term. That perspective is grounded in Des Nedhe Group’s work as a First Nation-owned enterprise, building capacity, partnerships, and long-term economic sovereignty across critical sectors. #GCCLC2026 #DesNedheGroup #IndigenousLeadership #EconomicReconciliation #EconomicSovereignty #ERFN

Sean Willy will be part of this important conversation. As Canada’s policy landscape shifts, governance can’t stand still. For First Nations, sovereignty is about shaping decisions, directing investment, and building institutions that reflect priorities and Nation Rights. There is still time to join tomorrow’s conversation, register now.  https://lnkd.in/gJ9fvfWP #nationbuilding #DesNedheGroup #EconomicReconciliation #EnglishRiverFirstNation

Good music, food, and even better company. Last night, after the First Nations Major Projects Coalition Conference in Toronto, we hosted friends, clients, partners, and colleagues for a night that reflected the strength of the relationships behind the work. As the Des Nedhe Group, we are proud to be part of a network that shows up, builds together, and knows how to celebrate along the way. Thanks to everyone who joined us. Sean Willy #FNMPC2026 #DesNedheGroup #DesNedheGroupDefence #CreativeFire #EnglishRiverFirstNation

The time is now. Canada’s defence procurement is accelerating, and First Nations are stepping in to build, deliver, and lead. At this week’s First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) Conference in Toronto, Des Nedhe Group President & CEO, Sean Willy, will moderate the panel on Indigenous Participation in Canada’s Defence Procurement Surge. He’ll be joined by: Heather Bishop , Cold Lake First Nation Mark Brown , Pro Metal Industries Ltd. Michael Peters, Glooscap Ventures It’s about building capacity, executing on major programs, and securing ownership positions that create long-term value. As procurement ramps up, readiness matters. Pre-qualification, strong partnerships, and clear pathways are critical to turn policy into performance. Friday, May 1 | 3:45 PM Connect with Sean and many members within the group. #ERFN #DesNedheGroup #Defence #CreativeFire #FNMPC #FNMPC2026

A global stage, with a Canadian focus. Our President, Sean Willy shared the stage with leaders from State Street SPDR ETFs and Glooscap Ventures in London, UK, last week for the Canadian Indigenous Investment Summit Forum to talk Indigenous leadership in Canada’s defence infrastructure. Nation-owned entities are bringing real capacity to major defence programs, shaping, financing, and executing on the work. A great conversation, and one that continues. Watch here for more.  #ERFN #DesNedheGroupDefence #CanadianIndigenousInvestmentSummit

We’re looking forward to being part of the Saskatchewan Mining Supply Chain Forum next week. Saskatchewan Mining Association has invited our President & CEO, Sean Willy, to share the Des Nedhe Group story in conversation with Creative Fire’s Jordan Baptiste. It’s a chance to dig into what meaningful partnership looks like in practice, and where it’s headed. You’ll also see Nick Crighton and Jada Yee leading panel discussions throughout the forum. Thanks to the SMA for bringing the industry together. If you’re attending, come find us, we’re always up for a good chat. #MSCF2026

Saskatchewan’s voice was part of an important global conversation last week. Des Nedhe Group President & CEO Sean Willy joined a delegation of Saskatchewan leaders at the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi. Hosted by the Observer Research Foundation, the forum brings together leaders from around the world to discuss geopolitics, energy, and economic cooperation. Des Nedhe’s participation demonstrates the growing role Indigenous Nations, and their businesses, are playing in shaping global conversations about responsible resource development and partnership. #RaisinaDialogue2026 #Geopolitics #DesNedheGroup #ERFN #IndigenousBusiness

Feeling honoured to receive the Skookum Jim Award from the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC). Last night, in a room full of industry partners, colleagues, community leaders, and friends, Des Nedhe Group was recognized for advancing Indigenous entrepreneurship and community-led economic development across Saskatchewan’s mineral industry. Founded by English River First Nation in 1991, Des Nedhe Group was built on the belief that responsible resource development could exist in step with environmental stewardship. Our focus has always been on partnership, building strong companies, supporting the success of the projects we work on, and making sure development delivers real benefits for people and communities. We thank English River First Nation for the leadership and vision that continue to guide this work. We are also grateful to our long-time partner Cameco Corporation for the nomination, and to The Mosaic Company and Denison Mines Corp. for lending their support. These partnerships show what is possible when we work together with a shared commitment to responsible development and long-term success. Sean Willy #PDAC2026

What an incredible night put on by the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business. Thank you to the organizers, and all those who contributed to the special honouring of both Darion Ducharme, the Young Indigenous Entrepreneur Award, and our very own CEO, Sean Willy who received the Indigenous Business Lifetime Achievement Award. His parents, partner and children, close friends and colleagues proudly cheered him on as he graciously shared the accolade with so many. "I want to pay thanks and remember all those leaders who set the table for all of us in this room. We are at a unique time, opportunities are in front of us, but this would not have been possible without the long hard fight to secure this place at the table, leaders who fought to secure us our Indigenous Rights and Title. This spot at the table is now my generations and we need to push harder; use our education and experience to make these past leaders' work worth the sacrifices they made to all of us. As I look around this room tonight, and I am so proud to see so many great friends, colleagues, and allies. I also remember and am grateful for the opportunity to work with, learn and laugh with the thousands of First Nation, Inuit and Métis. Many of these have been change makers in their own right. Breaking the cycle of dependency, acting as leaders in their communities and showing up for work to better the lives of their families and friends. I am reminded of pragmatic leadership of all of these equipment operators, tradespeople, camp caterers, cooks, security guards and office workers. Our Nations are blessed with so many strong hard workers, that don't want to be recognized yet are far more key to our success and should be recognized. Thank you to all of you.”