A fresh, new version of the Herons Nest – Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council’s program for entrepreneurs, is about to begin. Coordinator Erik Blaney, a self-made successful businessperson from Sliammon First Nation, said he wants to hear from people in NmTC’s nations who want to work for themselves and launch their own businesses.

 “Over the next year, I want to help plant the seeds in our  communities about business and entrepreneurship,” Erik said. “I hope to also host a gathering of economic development experts and have them spread the word about the Herons Nest.

“During the next round of Herons Nest, we want to hold a gala event to present all successful businesses  created and to present other exciting business ideas.” The Herons Nest started in 2014 and helped a number of people launch or expand their self-employment ideas.