Our Story Through their membership in the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB), Papasay was able to formulate a relationship with a fellow CCIB member, Canada’s largest janitorial company, Bee-Clean Building Maintenance. In 2015, a Partnership Agreement was signed between Papasay and Bee-Clean, forming a new company, Papasay Bee-Clean, with Papasay as the 51% majority owner. The new entity works with large companies contracting opportunities throughout Ontario. The

From pow wows and youth camps to traditional workshops and family gatherings, BNA continues to invest in cultural programming that brings members together. Own-source revenue generated through strategic partnerships helps make these important community events possible.

BNA’s new biomass heating project is transforming residual lumber into renewable energy for the community. Supported by government funding and strengthened by own-source revenue from Papasay partnerships, the initiative is helping build a more sustainable and energy-independent future.

BNA's food sovereignty program continues to grow, providing fresh food, hands-on learning opportunities, and greater food security for members. Supported in part by own-source revenue generated through Papasay partnerships, these community-led initiatives are helping cultivate a healthier and more sustainable future.

Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek (BNA) is rebuilding its community through a long-term vision rooted in resilience, economic development, and self-determination. Learn how strategic partnerships and own-source revenue are helping create a stronger future for generations to come.

Bingwi Neyaashi Anishinaabek (BNA) recognized many years ago the importance of separating politics from business and economic development initiatives.