Growing Communities Program

CFNCD is pleased to administer the Growing Communities Program which provides eligible community projects (in the north-central region) up to $2500 in funding.  More information can be found here. 

Indigenous Women's Entrepreneur Program

The Indigenous Women’s Entrepreneurship Program is part of the National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) initiative to provide training, resources, and funding to Indigenous women wanting to start or expand a business. More information can be found here

Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship Program

The Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship Program is part of the National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA) initiative to provide training, resources, and funding to Indigenous youth ages 18-39 wanting to start or expand a business. More information can be found here

Vision Quest

CFNCD is a long time planning partner in the annual Vision Quest Conference and Expo. At Vision Quest in May 2025, we brought the Sharing Our Stories podcast from the Indigenous Women’s Entrepreneur (IWE) Program to life. A panel of inspiring Indigenous women shared their journeys, challenges, and successes, offering wisdom and practical tips for aspiring business owners. It was a powerful conversation highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit in northern Manitoba.  Listen now!
https://youtu.be/1_rpOrU8cdg

Annual Artists, Artisans, Crafters & Small Business Expo

In partnership with the Thompson Neighborhood Renewal Corporation, CFNCD will host the 15th annual expo at the Thompson Regional Community Centre in the fall/winter 2025.  

Indigenous Accord

CFNCD continues to participate in regular Indigenous Accord meetings.

Northern Manitoba Snowmobile Tourism Strategy

CFNCD continues to play a lead role in the development of snowmobile tourism in Northern Manitoba and participates on the Project Management Team for SledMB53.

Northern Manitoba Tourism Advisory Committee

CFNCD participates on the Northern Manitoba Tourism Advisory Committee which meets every two to three months annually.  

Thompson Regional Airport

CFNCD is one of the 3 founding members of the TRAA. Glen Flett, Board Member, Norway House Community Council sits as the CFNCD Board Representative.

 Winter Weather Testing

CFNCD played a lead role in re-invigorating the winter weather testing industry in Thompson.  In 2020, a business plan and marketing strategy was developed and a brand name for marketing was adopted - "SubZero North".  As of February 2023, SubZero North was acquired by the Thompson Regional Airport Authority (TRAA).  The TRAA is now the governing and administrative body for SubZero North.  CFNCD still play an active role with the project.