Jobs & News
January 2024
Introducing the 2024 E-commerce Grant Program
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Introducing the 2024 IEDF - BCF Loan Fund Program
January 2023
Ongoing - The Indigenous Women Entrepreneurs Loan
Wakenagun CFDC will provide funding through the IWE Micro-Loan Program to assist Indigenous women to access micro-financing and build their credit.
April 1, 2022
New Website for Wakenagun
Launch of new Wakenagun website. Updated features including new design and contact information.
Please let us know your feedback by contacting us at e2eae161By6@2WmP5ndIynr3y29n|
September 2020
Job Posting – BCF Covid Loan Officers
We are seeking motivated and experienced Loan Officers (6) to cultivate new business and maintain current loan clients, particularly with clients in the region challenged by the Covid-19 pandemic.
We are looking for persons in the following communities: Moose Factory, Moosonee, Kashechewan, Fort Albany, Attawapiskat and Peawanuck FN.
August 2020
Wakenagun CFDC Vacant Board Positions
The Board supports the work of WCFDC and provides leadership and strategic governance. While day-to-day operations are led by WCFDC’s Executive Director (ED), the Board-ED relationship is a partnership, and the appropriate involvement of the Board is both important and expected. Specifically we are seeking member representation for Moose Cree, MoCreebec and Fort Severn communities.
August 2020
Wakenagun CFDC Covid Loan Products 2020
Wakenagun CFDC brief info on covid loan products for SMEs in the region.
July 2020
Covid-19 Related List of Programs
To see the full list of Recently updated Covid-19 related list of programs (provincial and federal) to support individuals, communities and businesses – as of June 23, 2020.
May 2020
Covid-19: We are here for you
We can provide Covid-19 Quick response - $10,000 max to assist in easing the pandemic related cash flow shortfall at concessionary terms.
April 2020
Covid-19 Temporary Office Closure Notice – Wakenagun CFDC
We hope that you, your loved ones and your businesses remain healthy and safe during this crisis. Do not hesitate to call or email us should you have any questions, challenges or concerns. As the pandemic continues to evolve and have impact across our communities here in Northern Ontario, we strive to keep our clients and partners safe. We are continuously monitoring the situation and responding accordingly to the rapidly changing nature of the pandemic.
We are extending our initial closure notice until May 29, 2020, for our offices in Moose Factory and Timmins. As suggested initially we continue to deliver services with minimal disruption during this temporary closure, through the following options; Telephone – 705.268.3594; Telephone – 705.288.6810; Email e2eae2915-3E0-G-Eky3MsyGiEywNEKty| and e2eae301vEZN1v@N@P@t5-KP@AZ-@3Y-8v@| . You may contact us by email or telephone on any related matters and concerns.
We urge you to stay safe and follow the guidelines of the public health experts during these challenging times. We will take safe measures to continue to provide the services you need, and you will be informed when our office is once again open to the public.
Meegwetch,
John Okonmah – Executive Director
April 2020
Announced COVID-19 Federal Economic Stimulus Measures for Businesses and Workers
Announced COVID-19 Federal Economic Stimulus Measures for Businesses and Workers (as of March 31, 2020).
Let us know if you need assistance.
March 2020
COVID – 19 NOTICE for Clients, Partners and Stakeholders
As a result of the difficult situation arising from the COVID-19 pandemic, our office is closed except for instances where it is critical for an in-person meeting. You may contact us on 705-288-6810 or email. We will continue to support our communities and businesses the safest way we can during these challenging times. Thank you for your understanding.
February 2020
Business Entrepreneurship Program
Wakenagun CFDC and Mushkegowuk Employment Training Services proudly present the Business Entrepreneurship Program which will held from March 16-19, 2020 in Timmins Ontario
October 2019
Socio-economic profile for the geographic area serviced by the WAKENAGUN COMMUNITY FUTURES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Socio-economic profile for the geographic area serviced by the WAKENAGUN COMMUNITY FUTURES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION. A Community Futures Development Corporation Prepared for: FedNor/Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada by Statistics Canada Toronto Data Service Centre, March 2019.
