Connected North connects students at Father Megret School with a jigging instructor. ABD has been a supporter of this program connecting students in remote communities with online learning opportunities since it was introduced in Saskatchewan in 2018.
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Giving Back

November 7, 2024 in Giving Back
Explorer: Fall 2024

“Building a future through investment” is accomplished by building wealth for the Athabasca communities, donations, community distributions, building a reputation and, building capacity. The key to making all benefits possible is in building wealth for the communities – without this foundation, the other benefits would not be possible. Here are a few recent examples of the ways Athabasca Basin Development and its investments give back.

This year, we’ve continued our tradition of giving back by supporting several community events. We sponsored the PAGC Gathering of Nations on August 28-29, contributing $6,400 as the Arts and Crafts sponsor. This festival celebrates Indigenous culture, and we appreciated the opportunity to support a space where artisans showcased their talents. Similarly, at the PAGC Fine Arts Festival, we donated $10,000. Kristy Jackson, our Director of Marketing and Communications, served as a literary judge, celebrating the work of kids from First Nations communities across the north.

Geoff Gay, our CEO, attended the Fond du Lac Treaty 8 125th Anniversary celebrations, where we contributed $10,000 to honour this historic milestone.

In sports, we sponsored the Tony Cote Summer Games with $10,000, helping youth athletes from across the province come together for a friendly competition hosted by the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. The event was a great success, fostering community spirit and athletic excellence with the support of Sask Sport. We also provided $2,000 for the Camsell Portage Fishing Derby and $2,500 for the Black Lake Fastball Tournament, where youth were selected to compete in La Ronge in early June.

Additionally, we continue to support ongoing community programs, including $1,500 for Fond du Lac hockey tournament fees, $2,500 for the Fond du Lac Community Garden, $15,000 for graduation activities, and $15,000 for Connected North. These programs enrich the lives of community members, fostering opportunities for growth and celebration.

The Athabasca Denesuline Education Authority held its first ever literacy camps this summer. United Way for Literacy ran the camps, and ABD contributed $20,000 towards events in Athabasca communities.

By supporting these events and programs, Athabasca Basin Development is helping to build a brighter future for everyone in the Athabasca region, creating lasting impacts far beyond financial contributions.