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K’awat’si Economic Development Corporation (KEDC)

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Building Indigenous economic prosperity through innovation, community-driven solutions, and sustainable growth.

Port Hardy, BC

Leisure, Travel & Tourism
11–50 people

About

The K’awat’si Economic Development General Partner Corporation (KEDC) was created in 2014 to capitalize on a strong desire by the community to grow opportunities. KEDC’s mandate is to investigate and realize revenue, prosperity, skills and development in the community. As a distinct entity, reporting to the Chief and Council, KEDC is tasked with creating, operating and supporting businesses that will be profitable, environmentally sustainable and culturally significant, while simultaneously respecting the unique cultural values of the Gwa’sala ‘Nakwaxda’xw people.

Open positions

Financial Analyst

On-site · Port Hardy

The role supports financial planning, budgeting, and cost control for consulting clients and a construction firm. Key duties include preparing financial forecasts, monitoring project performance, and providing advisory services to Indigenous communities.

Legal & Corporate Affairs Coordinator- Relocate to Port Hardy, BC

On-site · Port Hardy

The Coordinator supports the Group Legal & Corporate Affairs Director in managing legal files, governance records, and executive office operations. Key duties include coordinating board meetings, maintaining corporate registries, and tracking contract obligations and deadlines.

Journeyman Framing Carpenters - Relocate to Port Hardy, B.C

On-site · Port Hardy

Supervise construction site activities and crews to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards. Collaborate with engineers, designers, and subcontractors while enforcing safety programs and production goals.

Controller

On-site · Port Hardy

The Controller is responsible for performing accounting operations for a group of 8 companies, including producing periodic financial reports and maintaining accounting records, controls, and budgets to ensure accuracy and compliance. Key duties involve overseeing all accounting functions, leading financial reporting preparation, managing transactions, and ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.