Des Nedhe Opens the Market With Cedar Leaf Capital: Canada’s First Majority Indigenous-Owned Investment Dealer Receives Regulatory Approval

At Creative Fire, we are proud to have played a part in the creation of Cedar Leaf Capital, Canada’s first majority Indigenous-owned investment dealer, which has officially received regulatory approval and will begin operations later this month. As the agency behind the company’s name, logo, and branding, we are thrilled to see this groundbreaking partnership between ScotiabankNch’ḵay̓ DevelopmentDes Nedhe Group, and the Chippewas of Rama First Nation take shape.

Led by CEO Clint Davis, an Inuk from Labrador with over 20 years of experience in financial institutions and Indigenous organizations, Cedar Leaf Capital is focused on supporting Indigenous economic growth and empowerment. The firm will provide tailored financial services and create commercial opportunities for Indigenous Communities, contributing to long-term economic reconciliation.

Through this collaboration, Cedar Leaf Capital aims to build stronger financial futures for Indigenous Nations by offering mentorship, employment, and capacity-building initiatives. We’re honoured to have helped craft an identity that reflects this powerful mission and look forward to watching Cedar Leaf Capital grow and thrive.

Read ScotiaBank’s official press release.

Watch Sean Willy, Clint Davis and Scotiabank open the Market on Oct 16, 2024