Workshop Overview
Creating Economic Strength of First Nations Through Land Development
Giesbrecht & Company
Unlocking Wealth Through A Land Use Plan Review
- Exploring Joint Venture Partnerships between Indigenous/Non-Indigenous partners.
- Creating Income Through Asserting Land-Use Jurisdiction in Your Unceded Territory.
- Negotiating Municipal Servicing Agreements.
- How to fund developments with grants/foundation funding.
- Facilitation she can offer: team building, lateral kindness, supervisor training, and being trauma informed so that teams can be more effective and work together better
- Tourism potential – the importance of Indigenous Tourism.
Munnings Law
Legal Structures for Land Development
- How to navigate ATR.
- How to set up limited partner corporations for property development projects.
Orion Construction
Building Prosperity Through Strategic Development
- Feasibility Analysis for Sustainable Development: Outlining the steps to evaluate project viability through land designation, market conditions, highest and best use, and financial forecasting.
- Building Your Development Team: Identifying key stakeholders and professionals required for a seamless development permit process, from consultants and contractors to Member-Owned Businesses and engaged community leaders.
- Preconstruction and Construction Roadmap: A step-by-step guide to navigating the entire development and construction process, from initial site evaluation and permitting to construction execution and post-occupancy services.
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Facilitators
Patrick Giesbrecht, Giesbrecht & Co.
Key Principal & Owner
Principal of Giesbrecht & Co, Patrick has spent the last 10 years working with Property Development companies and landowners moving their projects through the municipal approval process.
Over the past years, Patrick has built a diverse team of professionals to compliment his vision. The team includes Advocates to Federal, Provincial, Municipal and Indigenous Governments as well as two Urban Planners who manage applications and sub-consultants on each file.
Patrick is a governor of the BC Chamber of Commerce. And a Past-Director of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce.
For fun he snowboards, collects vinyl recordings, hikes and golfs.
Cameron Archer, Orion Construction
Director of Sales and Marketing
With over a decade of experience in the construction industry, Cameron Archer specializes in guiding organizations through the complexities of project planning and execution. A Red Seal Millwright by trade, he brings a deep understanding of construction methodologies, technical problem-solving, and hands-on project execution, which allows him to bridge the gap between technical feasibility and strategic planning.
As Director of Sales and Marketing at Orion Construction, Cameron plays a key role in project coordination and stakeholder engagement. He is passionate about helping First Nation communities navigate land designation, optimize development potential, and build strong, community-driven project teams. His strategic approach ensures seamless project execution and long-term success.