ULNOOWEG

21 ULNOOWEG AT 40: BUILDING THE FUTURE, ROOTED IN TRADITION MARCH 2026 « The Canadian Business Journal 20 Indigenous organizations can redefine what sustainable growth looks like. “Ulnooweg has always been about empowerment,” Googoo reflects. “Not just through lending, but through education, culture, and leadership. That’s what sustains community wealth.” Key Initiatives at a Glance Indigenous Education Center — Financial literacy to STEM; accredited half-credit curriculum Ulnooweg Foundation (est. 2018) — Philanthropic partnerships and cultural programming $15M, 5-year Youth Empowerment Partnership — Expanded programs across Atlantic Canada Windhorse Farm (2021) — 200-acre land-based education & healing centre Indigenous Growth Fund & Major Resource & Energy Development Fund — Capital for large- scale community projects CBJ proudly celebrates Ulnooweg’s 40 years of leadership, innovation, and Indigenous empowerment — a story of partnership, perseverance, and the enduring power of community vision. Christopher Googoo’s interview was conducted by CBJ’s Matt Taplay.