Organization Profile - National Aboriginal Economic Development Board

Minister of Indigenous Services

The National Aboriginal Economic Development Board is the only national, non-political organization of its kind working to promote the growth of Aboriginal business in Canada. The Board acts as a vital link between policy makers, legislators, government departments, and Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal business and community leaders, providing counsel on all matters pertaining to Aboriginal economic development. Since its establishment in 1990, the Board has championed the view that enabling Aboriginal people to create well-being and wealth for themselves is the key to enhancing economic opportunities for all of Canada's Aboriginal peoples, and building a stronger Canada.

Gatineau, Quebec

The National Aboriginal Economic Development Board consists of not more than 13 members to be appointed by the GiC, one of whom shall be designated by the GiC as Chairperson of the Board and another of whom shall be designated by the GiC as Vice-Chairperson.

In the event of the absence or incapacity of the Chairperson, or if the office of Chairperson is vacant, the Vice-Chairperson shall exercise the powers and perform the duties and functions of the Chairperson. In the event of the absence or incapacity the Vice-Chairperson, or if the office of Vice-Chairperson is vacant, the members present at a duly constituted meeting shall elect the Chairperson for that meeting.

The Deputy Minister of Industry, the Deputy Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and the Deputy Minister of Employment and Social Development shall be ex officio members of the Board, and are in addition to the members appointed pursuant to the previous paragraph.

The Chairperson, or a member of the Board designated by the Chairperson, the Vice-Chairperson, and three other members of the Board constitute a quorum of the Board. In the event of the absence or incapacity of the Vice-Chairperson, or if the office of Vice-Chairperson is vacant, the Chairperson, or a member of the Board designated by the Chairperson, and four other members of the Board constitute a quorum.

There are no current appointments to this organization.