Economic Development

The Economic Development Department's mission is to actively seek, promote, and secure economic initiatives that will enhance the quality of life for a prosperous First Nations Community. 

 

Mandate

 

Economic Development Department's mandate is to facilitate and implement action in partnership with internal and external business opportunities for the benefit of our members and the community.

 

Vision

 

Economic Development is to successfully supply the means to become an economically viable and independent First Nation through business development. This will create economic growth within the community so that future generations can prosper.

 

Lands & Leasing

 

The Lands & Leasing Office provides Land Management services to the community of Saugeen First Nation#29 which includes, but not limited to, lease & permit documents, registers all land documents, collect cottage lease fees, and updates and maintains Saugeen First Nation Geographical Information System (SFNGIS) to assist band members and various other SFN departments. 

 

Employment & Training

 

The Employment & Training Office offers a variety of programs year round. Programs include the Youth Work Experience Program, Forestry Program, Amphitheatre Program, Amphitheatre Grounds Crew, Science & Technology, Computer Lab, Theory & Drafting Rooms, and a Woodshop. Also, many training opportunities are offer through the Employment & Training office for community members and SFN employees such as First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, Fall Arrest, Confined Spaces Training, H.A.A.M.B. funding information, etc.

 

Sauble Park

 

At this time, Sauble Park beach located on Saugeen First Nation#29 remains temporary closed to visitors due to the COVID-19 pandemic as well as seasonal erosion concerns. Sauble Park beach is available to community members and cottage leasees, however this is an unsupervised swimming area so please use at your own risk. Safety is of the utmost importance, we will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation, further assess the erosion issues and reopen once we feel it is safe to do so for everyone. We appreciate your patience during this time.

 

Amphitheatre & Gardens (Currently Under Reconstruction)

 

A visit to Saugeen First Nation would not be complete without a stop at the Saugeen Amphitheatre. Located in the heart of the village, over looking the mighty Saugeen River is one of the most beautiful and scenic gardens in Western Ontario. Stone stairways and walkways, terraced gardens and an outdoor amphitheatre constructed of locally quarried stone overlook the Saugeen River quietly snaking its way in the distance. The word "Friendship" outlined in large white letters on a grassy area below the gardens underlines the focus of this quiet and tranquil park. A nature path winds its way down to the river's edge. The Saugeen First Nations Amphitheatre is visited by thousands of visitors each year and has become a popular spot for outdoor wedding ceremonies. It is a continued source of great pride for the Saugeen First Nation members. The Amphitheatre is located along Hwy 21 in the Saugeen First Nation. You will see a wooden sign at the entrance to the parking lot on the south side of the highway. There is no admission fee.