Indigenous Relations & Economic Development

Using our existing knowledge of Indigenous communties and organizations; developed over years of working in this sector; TheCCSGroup assists corporations seeking to cultivate impactful benefit agreements with Indigenous Communities.

Our approach emphasizes proactive relationship-building, engaging with First Nations early in the process to prevent potential crises and foster trust. We focus on crafting agreements that are culturally sensitive and closely aligned with the unique objectives and goals of each Indigenous community.

Our distinctive advantage lies in our ability to enhance these relationships through our government relations expertise. By facilitating collaboration between corporations, Indigenous communities, and government entities, we create a synergistic environment that supports the development of comprehensive business and socioeconomic partnerships.

This tripartite approach ensures that all stakeholders’ interests are considered, leading to more robust and sustainable agreements.

We recognize that each Indigenous community is unique, with its own set of values, priorities, and decision-making processes. Our team is adept at navigating these complexities, ensuring that impact benefit agreements not only address potential adverse effects but also create long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships.

By prioritizing open communication, respect, and transparency, we help our clients establish a solid foundation for successful partnerships with Indigenous communities.

Committed to building meaningful Indigenous partnerships and driving community-led initiatives.
Our Indigenous relations services include:

Advisory on Governance & Business Development
Supporting Indigenous leadership and economic growth
Land Claims & Infrastructure Development
Helping First Nation communities navigate land and resource negotiations
Funding & Grant Application Support
Identifying opportunities and securing financial support

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With TheCCSGroup’s project coordination expertise and our collaboration with CCSProject, we provide end-to-end solutions to ensure project success.
Contact us today to discuss how we can support your project from planning to completion.
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Ron Gersh

Ron Gersh has been involved in government relations at Queen’s Park, Parliament Hill and City Hall for over 20 years. 
He has serviced many associations, First Nations, hospitals, and corporations in his time as a political consultant. Ron has built a strong reputation in the government relations industry and prides himself on his ability to deliver desired results to clients. His successes at all levels of government speak for themselves. He has helped numerous clients, from large corporations to First Nations communities, obtain funding for their projects and negotiate win-win solutions for all parties involved

Ron previously worked as a Senior Consultant for Leonard Domino & Associates before starting his own business in 2006. During his time at Leonard Domino & Associates, Ron was heavily involved in carving out a niche in the First Nation and non-profit sector. Ron holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Schulich School of Business.