Regina Executive Leadership Outlook Quarterly Report September 2017
Table of Contents Executive Summary
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Economic Outlook
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Executive Confidence Index
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Current Conditions
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Survey Highlights
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First Nations and Métis Business
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Additional Questions: Premier Brad Wall’s Retirement
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Conclusion
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About the Report
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Survey
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Executive Interviews
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Executive Summary The third quarter 2017 edition of the Regina Executive Leadership Outlook (RELO) highlights the best Executive Confidence Index results since the first quarter of 2016.
The signing of Treaty 4 in 1874 between Saskatchewan’s Indigenous peoples and the Government of Canada marked the beginning of a social and economic relationship that will endure as long as “the sun shines, the rivers flow, and the grasses grow”. Today, united by the agreements made in Treaty 4 and learning from the Truth and Reconcilation Commission, Economic Development Regina and GRA leaders are focused and committed to economic reconciliation and economic partnerships. The future of our labour market and economy is tied to meaningful engagement, joint ventures and education between indigenous communities and the broader business community. From entrepreneurship opportunities and labour force participation, to building bridges and working with the existing First Nations and Métis businesses, several growth opportunities have begun to emerge. To take advantage of these opportunities, there are some key barriers that must be overcome. For example, respondents believe there are unique challenges for First Nations and Métis entrepreneurs, with perceived racial stereotypes and historic economic exclusion to be the most prominent (64% of respondents). Fifty-six per cent of these respondents believe the GRA generally lacks an understanding of First Nations and Métis cultural and business practices.
This edition features an in-depth look at how to foster a more collaborative economic partnership in Greater Regina Area (GRA) and Treaty 4 Territory with First Nations and Métis entrepreneurs and business. Finally, with the recent announcement of Premier Wall’s retirement, RELO explores what this could mean for the GRA in the months to come. This quarter’s Executive Confidence Index is 2.55, the highest confidence index to-date over the past six quarters. This number represents an increase of 24 points (2.31) from the last quarter of 2017. In the past few month, we have seen renewed optimism from the GRA executives, and this trend has only increased in the last few months. GRA business leaders are confident that the recent economic downturn is behind us. Rebounding oil prices, potash prices, strong manufacturing employment numbers and sales, and a respectable earning from this year’s crop production underpin the growth through our value-added businesses and service industries.
Respondents also noted that they saw opportunities for First Nations and Métis businesses to work with private sector organizations through capacity building opportunities, that leverage existing private sector competencies to build First Nations and Métis capacity in a new venture. Interview respondents also saw an opportunity for private sector organizations to create an open dialogue with First Nations and Métis leaders to understand how to begin engaging with First Nations and Métis businesses. As one of the interviewee’s noted “[t]here is a misconception that First Nations organizations want handouts. This is incorrect. First Nations organizations want the opportunity to participate in the economy. This is required to create livelihood.” Although we have made some progress, much more work needs to be done.
Furthermore, GRA executives rate the current economic condition of their business as compared to one year ago at 2.14. This is the highest rating since the initial RELO survey in 2016. In the year ahead, almost half of the respondents believe that the economy will perform better. Their optimism is driven by confidence that business sales will increase, evidenced by an excess of three quarters of respondents reporting expectations that sales revenue will increase in the next 12 months. With this increase, 71.9% respondents expect their business profitability to increase over the next year. This is significantly higher than the last quarter 36.6%. With higher sales and profits expected, almost half 47.1% of respondents expect to employ more people over the next year.
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This rating demonstrates renewed and enhanced optimism from GRA executives.
Economic Outlook Executive Confidence Index
EDR and Praxis acknowledge the Indigenous business and community leaders who both assisted in the crafting of this survey and participated as respondents.
The Executive Confidence Index is a single statistic calculated to gauge leadership confidence in the future economy. It is an average taken from a series of questions asking executives to look ahead 12 months. These questions ask executives about the future of the GRA’s economy, their business’ future investments, future number of employees, future sales revenue, and future profitability. In each question, a numeric value is assigned to a verbal response. A value of ‘1’ indicates an expected decrease. A value of ‘2’ indicates an expectation of the status quo, while a value of ‘3’ indicates an expected increase.
Additionally, GRA executives were asked how the announcement of Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall’s retirement affected respondent’s outlook for the GRA over the next twelve months. The majority of respondents indicated it had no effect. However, respondents also noted a slightly negative impact to investment in the following industries – manufacturing, agriculture manufacturing, agriculture, potash, and oil & gas. The continued strong outlook over the next 12 months, GRA executives are expecting the economy to keep on growing. With this growth comes the need for our community to continue to progress in creating a positive and inclusive business community and society. By recognizing and challenging racism and historical economic inclusion, we can come together to build strong inclusive strategies that will keep our city, region, and province growing!
This statistic assumes equal weight across all five economic questions. The result is an average of all responses. In this calculation, the lowest possible result is 1.0 and the highest possible result is 3.0. A result above 2.0 means that executives are optimistic about the economic outlook for their business, while a result under 2.0 means that executives are pessimistic about the economic outlook for their business. In the third quarter of 2017, the Executive Confidence Index is 2.55, the highest confidence index to-date over the past six quarters. This number represents an increase of 24 points (2.31) from the second quarter of 2017. 3.0
2.55 2.5
2.23 2.08
2.11
2016 Q2
2016 Q3
2.23
2.21
2016 Q4
2017 Q1
2.31
2.0
1.5
1.0
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2016 Q1
2017 Q2
2017 Q3
Current Conditions
Almost two thirds (67.7%) of the respondents believe the current economy is performing about the same as compared to one year ago. This is a 24.8% increase from last quarter (42.9%). Only 23.5% believe the economy will perform worse, which is significantly lower from last quarter’s result (54.8%).
A calculation similar to the Executive Confidence Index reports executives’ perception of today’s economic conditions as compared to one year ago. In the third quarter of 2017, executives rate the current economic condition of their business as compared to one year ago, at 2.14. Not only is this above the neutral mark, but it is the highest rating observed since the initial survey in Q1 of 2016.
A large majority (82.4%) of respondents expect their total fixed investment to remain the same or increase over the next twelve months. Almost half (47.1%) of respondents expect to employ more people over the next year. This is an increase of 5.6% over the last quarter (41.5%) . 44.1% of respondents anticipate having the same number of employees over the next 12 months.
3.0
2.55 2.5
2.23 2.08
2.0
1.98
2.11
2.23
2.01 1.87
1.85
2.21
2.31
Forty-four percent (44.1%) of respondents report an increase in revenue compared to 12 months ago, 29.4% report decreased revenue.
2.14 1.91
1.88
1.5
1.0
2016 Q1
2016 Q2
2016 Q3
2016 Q4
2017 Q1
2017 Q2
Over three quarters of respondents (75.8%) expect sales revenue to increase in the next 12 months. This is significantly higher when compared to the last quarter response (58.5%).
2017 Q3
Most (71.9%) respondents expect their business profitability to increase over the next year. This is significantly higher than the last quarter (36.6%). Only 3.1% expect a decrease, which is lower than last quarter, when 12.2% expected a decrease.
Confidence Index Current Conditions
The following tables demonstrate the percentage change in responses from last quarter. The increase in the level of optimism from Q2 2017 to Q3 2017 is noteworthy.
Survey Highlights Regina Executives are optimistic, almost half (47.6%) of respondents believe that the economy will perform better in the next 12 months. 47.6% believe that the economy will remain the same. Executive Confidence Index has climbed to a new high of 2.55, up 24 points from the previous quarter results. This is the highest confidence index since inception of RELO (past six quarters) and indicates growing optimism in the future economy.
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The Executive Confidence Index is 2.55, the highest to-date over the past six quarters.
First Nations and Métis Business
In the next 12 months, will your firm’s total FIXED INVESTMENTS… Q2 2017
Q3 2017
% Change
Decrease
10.0%
17.6%
+76.0%
Stay the same
50.0%
32.4%
-35.2%
Increase
40.0%
50.0%
+25.0%
SURVEY QUESTION:
Starting a business is challenging for all entrepreneurs. Do you believe that First Nations or Métis entrepreneurs experience unique challenges and/or “barriers to entry” relative to non-First Nations entrepreneurs when starting a business? Respondents generally believe (71.4%) that First Nations and Métis businesses face unique business challenges. Adjusting data to exclude those respondents who identified as First Nations or Métis still yielded a response of 69% who believed there were unique challenges for First Nations and Métis businesses.
In the next 12 months, will the number of people your firm EMPLOYS… Q2 2017
Q3 2017
% Change
Decrease
14.6%
8.8%
-39.7%
Stay the same
43.9%
44.1%
+ 0.5%
Increase
41.5%
47.1%
+13.5%
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In the next 12 months, will your firm’s sales REVENUE…
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Q2 2017
Q3 2017
% Change
Decrease
12.2%
3.0%
-75.4%
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Stay the same
29.3%
21.2%
-27.6%
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Increase
58.5%
75.8%
+29.6%
In the next 12 months, will your firm’s PROFITABILITY… Q1 2017
Q2 2017
% Change
Decrease
12.2%
3.1%
-74.6%
Stay the same
51.2%
25.0%
-51.2%
Increase
36.6%
72.9%
+99.2%
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28.6%
Yes
No
SURVEY QUESTION:
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Racial stereotypes – investment in First Nations is high risk.
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Historical economic exclusion. There is a history that is not fully understood.
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Connection to First Nations politics.
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12.0%
24.0%
20.0%
30
28.0%
40
24.0%
50
28.0%
60
56.0%
70
64.0%
80
56.0%
64.0%
What challenges and/or “barriers to entry” do you believe are unique to First Nations and Métis Entrepreneurs?
No First Nation driven business assistance/supports specifically for First Nations business. These supports include advisory services and peer networks.
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Financial, administrative, and legal supports should be offered.
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Government funding is not meeting the needs.
Other
First Nations policies
Historical economic exclusion
Greater Regina Area generally lacks understanding of First Nations and Métis Culture and business practices
Lack of suitable support tools and programs
Lack of awareness of support tools and programs
Racial stereotypes
Land management policies
Work experience
0
Management skills and knowledge
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SURVEY QUESTION:
What do you believe can be done to overcome these challenges and barriers to entry? Respondents who believe there are unique challenges for First Nations and Métis businesses perceive racial stereotypes and historic economic exclusion to be the most prominent (selected by 64% of respondents). Fifty-Six percent of these respondents believe that challenges include First Nations politics, and that the GRA generally lacks an understanding of First Nations and Métis cultural and business practices. THEMED SURVEY RESPONSES:
Information Sharing
INTERVIEW COMMENTARY: ˙
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The business community itself, the Chamber of Commerce and EDR, don’t have an aboriginal strategy and aren’t playing a large enough role to attract First Nations to work here.
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Land management policies, e.g. First Nations Land Management Act (FNLMA)
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Access to information, training, etc. This creates the opportunity and disposition to be interested in I.T., etc. Awareness of the tools that are available, e.g. Clarence Campo Development Fund, SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation, Community Opportunity Readiness Program, Saskatchewan Indian Equity Fund.
“Building
relationships in a local market is a culture.
Political Policy ˙
Procurement or labour policies that prescribe First Nations and Métis inclusion, if it isn’t forced by policy, suppliers will take the easy way out.
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Political leadership through policy.
SURVEY QUESTION:
It is easy for me to find opportunities to work with non-First Nations or non-Métis business. This question was asked only of those respondents who self-identified as First Nations or Métis.
First Nations and Métis Participation ˙
Increased First Nations and Métis involvement in professional jobs increases the capacity. This also provides potential mentorship paths for First Nations and Métis youth.
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Having First Nations and Métis leaders in the business world will slowly start to change stereotypes.
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Create a strong track record and environment for First Nations participation.
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100 80 60
20 0
Partners who are open minded, respectful of ideologies, openness to different processes on how First Nations may do business differently.
This question was asked only of those respondents who did not self-identify as First Nations or Métis. 100
75.0%
80
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No
It is easy for me to source and work with First Nations or Métis business.
Partnerships
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Yes
SURVEY QUESTION:
First Nations and Métis people at the executive level.
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33.3%
40
More progressive policy that is culturally appropriate. Not token seats or a free ride, but actual participation.
We need advocates that aren’t just Indigenous groups.
66.7%
Teach partners about the key differences between First Nations and western business. The relationship is very different.
60 40
25.0%
20 0
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Yes
No
SURVEY QUESTION:
INTERVIEW QUESTION:
What challenges do I have in accessing or working with non-First Nations or non-Métis businesses?
What do you believe are the target sectors for new First Nations and Métis businesses? What markets do you see new First Nations and Métis businesses entering?
This question was asked only of those respondents who answered “no” to the previous question.
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Two Thirds (66.7%) of Respondents that identify as First Nations or Métis believe it is easy to find opportunities to work with Non-First Nations or non-Métis businesses. Those who do not believe it is easy to find opportunities, cite time to make decisions, reluctance to do business, and complicated procurement processes as primary challenges.
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Three quarters (75.0%) of respondents who did not identify as First Nations or Métis Respondents believe it is not easy to source and work with First Nations or Métis businesses. The respondents cite not knowing which organizations are First Nations or Métis owned as the primary barrier. Approximately a quarter (26.9%) do not specifically seek out First Nations or Métis businesses. Those who find it easy to source and work with First Nations and Métis businesses see development of business on First Nations land and belonging to First Nations Power Authority as top potential areas to work with First Nations and Métis businesses. I do not know which organizations are First Nations or Métis owned
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INTERVIEW QUESTION:
What possibilities do you see for private industry to work collaboratively with First Nations and Métis businesses? For mutual benefit? To benefit the economy as a whole? Employment ˙
42.3%
I fear I will offend or show lack of respect due to my lack of cultural understanding
11.5%
I lack confidence in the ability of these businesses to deliver quality goods or services
11.5%
I do not specifically seek out First Nations or Métis businesses
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Other
7.7% 0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
Urban reserve creation Gas stations Retail Commercial development and leasing Agricultural and value add Service/Restaurant Health Services Renewable Energy Mining Construction Trades, Supply chain contractors to trades Services (e.g., hair stylist) Environmental and Energy Technology
There should be a standard education for businesses to understand First Nations employees and demonstrate that they want to focus on First Nations employment.
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Those who are doing it should articulate WHY it’s important to have a representative workforce.
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Offer First Nations apprenticeships. There are many coming out of school unsure of what they want to do.
50%
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There used to be an aboriginal employment “certification” that businesses could get.
“I always seek
ways to learn more, to listen more, to observe more and attend local events and develop a respectful relationship. Then and only then, do I get involved with organizations.
Training and Coaching ˙
INTERVIEW QUESTION:
Is there an opportunity for the City of Regina to work collaboratively with First Nations and Métis businesses in order to facilitate economic growth? Is there a role or opportunity for Economic Development Regina?
Sometimes we see they are always focused on aboriginal employment- this is great, but there is often a lack of discussion around training and coaching.
Interview respondents believe the top opportunities to be in technology services and mining. They saw opportunities for First Nations and Métis businesses to work with private sector organizations through capacity building opportunities that leverage existing private sector competencies. Interview participants also saw an opportunity for private sector organizations to create an open dialogue with First Nations and Métis leaders to understand how to begin engaging with First Nations and Métis businesses.
Capacity Building Partnerships ˙
“There is a
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Opportunity to leverage the management experience or capital of established businesses through a partnership and build capacity to start new ventures. Partnerships based on community support, employment,
and business procurement. misconception that First Nations Create Open Dialogue organizations ˙ Understand what First Nations communities and businesses want handouts. are looking for as opportunities and if there is a fit, pursue it. This is incorrect. ˙ Get First Nations perspective on how best to engage with First First Nations Nations organizations. Do not make assumptions. organizations want Understand how First Nations’ organizations are aligned and work ˙ the opportunity towards a common goal. to participate in the economy. This is required to create livelihood.
THEMED SURVEY RESPONSES:
Share Information Between Support Organizations ˙
Economic Development Regina could communicate with Clarence Campo Development Fund and SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation, sharing information on up and coming businesses.
Create an Environment Supportive of First Nations and Métis Entrepreneurs ˙
Facilitate and kickstart an incubator or nurturing environment.
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Create an environment for angel investors.
First Nations and Métis Engagement Strategy ˙
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Aboriginal engagement strategy. There needs to be a city-wide commitment to utilizing First Nations labour within the administration. The vision must be shared within the entirety of the organization.
SURVEY QUESTION:
INTERVIEW QUESTION:
Many public and private organizations have labour development policies to encourage the hiring and development of First Nations and Métis employees. Does your organization have such a policy?
Do you believe that there is a focus on First Nations and Métis through labour and procurement policies within Regina and area organizations?
This question was asked only of those respondents who did not self-identify as First Nations or Métis.
While 45.0% of non-First Nations and non-Métis respondents’ organizations have First Nations labour development policies, only 10% have procurement policies that encourage purchasing from First Nations or Métis owned organizations.
100 80
40
Interview Participants acknowledged that there is an attempt from the large organizations within the GRA to hire and procure First Nations and Métis people and organizations; however, more needs to be done from a provincial policy stand point to set a precedence.
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THEMED SURVEY RESPONSES:
60
0
55.0% 45.0%
Yes
There is An Attempt
No
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There is an attempt but not a focus, the action is louder than words. We will see when there are large numbers of First Nations employed.
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There is good effort, but you do not see the representation in the executive teams or at the board table.
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I don’t believe I have won a job because I am First Nations or Métis, but I don’t believe that I have lost one either.
SURVEY QUESTION:
Many public and private organizations have procurement policies that encourage purchasing from First Nations or Métis owned organizations. Does your organization have such a policy? This question was asked only of those respondents who did not self-identify as First Nations or Métis. 100
Guiding Policy to Set Precedence is Required
90.0%
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80
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60 40 20 0
10.0% Yes
No
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There needs to be legislative leadership at the policy level. There is no basis for organizations to start. Big companies could play a role, but we lack in public policy. There has definitely been an effort from the large players, but the incentives from the Provincial Government are still missing. Others see how it works in other provinces and are being proactive.
SURVEY QUESTION:
SURVEY QUESTION:
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements. Please rate on a scale between 1 and 5; where 1 – strongly disagree and 5 = strongly agree.
What supports should be made available? THEMED SURVEY RESPONSES:
Business Continuity Supports 2.47
There are a sufficient number of First Nations or Métis owned businesses in the Greater Regina Area to serve as suppliers to my business.
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2.41
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2.80
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Business Start Up Supports
2.63
There are sufficient supports and programs available in the Greater Regina Area to assist First Nations and Métis entrepreneurs achieve success.
2.83
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1.67
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3.12
The Greater Regina Area corporations should prioritize First Nations and Métis suppliers.
Financing and professional business coaching. Ongoing support for business growth. Financial, technical, and legal.
3.03
Support through initial startup. Mentorship programs/partnerships that include reserve involvement. Financing/capital support; mentorship.
Support of the Private Sector
3.60 ˙ 4.29
Fostering First Nations and Métis participation in our economy should be a priority for the Greater Regina Area private sector.
4.31 4.17 ˙ 4.09
The Greater Regina Area should have a strategy to provide mentorship and training of First Nations or Métis entrepreneurs to help grow their businesses.
We should develop an approach to doing business that helps Aboriginal entrepreneurs build capacity. More must be done to ensure that the rapidly growing Aboriginal private sector s considered for partnership opportunities. There has to be a buy-in by the business community to want to work with Indigenous organizations.
4.07
Build Awareness of Existing Programs
4.17
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4.00
The Greater Regina Area should have a strategy to promote support First Nations or Métis owned businesses.
3.86
I don’t believe additional supports should be added but instead should ensure that First Nations and Métis are aware of supports already being provided.
4.67
Develop a Focus on Reconciliation 0
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2
3
4
5
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Overall Mean Non-First Nations and Non-Métis Respondent Mean First Nations and Métis Respondent Mean
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I do think that we all need to put this reconciliation process make it a priority in our businesses. In order for us to further reconciliation and ensure the strength of our economy going forward with such a huge part of our population going forward.
SURVEY QUESTION:
Procurement Policy
What gaps do you see in First Nations or Métis supplier organizations?
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Non-First Nations and non-Métis respondents agree (4.31/5.00) that fostering First Nations and Métis involvement in the economy should be a priority of the private sector.
Increased Awareness and Communication ˙
Overall, respondents agree (4.00/5.00) that the GRA should have a strategy to support and promote First Nations and Métis businesses.
When asked how the announcement of Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall’s retirement affected respondent’s outlook for the GRA over the next twelve months, the large majority (61.3%) of respondents indicated it had no effect. The mean response for this question of 3.17/5.00 indicates that overall the respondents do not believe the Premier’s announcement has affected their outlook negatively or positively.
When asked what supports should be made available to First Nation and Métis businesses and entrepreneurs, survey respondents listed many business supports including financial and mentorship programs. Other suggestions were made regarding willingness of the private sector support of First Nations and Métis business through capacity building partnerships.
SURVEY QUESTION:
To what extent do you believe the retirement of Brad Wall will affect investment in the following industries. Please rate on a scale between 1 and 5; where 1 = greatly decrease and 5 = greatly increase. Respondents indicate a slight negative impact to investment in all industry categories provided.
THEMED SURVEY RESPONSES:
Limited number of First Nations or Métis Suppliers In my industry, there are very few businesses able to meet my needs.
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Limited market size and scope compared to the rest of the industry.
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Communication of who the current/existing suppliers are.
Additional Questions: Premier Brad Wall’s Retirement
Overall, participants do not believe that there is sufficient numbers of First Nations and Métis businesses within the GRA to serve as suppliers (2.47/5.00). Participants also did not believe that there are sufficient supports and programs to support First Nations and Métis entrepreneurs. Respondents that identified as First Nations or Métis were very strong in their disagreement (1.67/5.00) in the statement that supports and programs were sufficient.
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No procurement being monitored or enforced.
Manufacturing
2.84
Agricultural Manufacturing
2.81
There are no suppliers in lighting, building supplies, IT support, accounting, etc. It is very hard to find indigenous business service.
Agriculture
2.87
First Nations & Métis should be able to enter any industry, but the business needs to be useful to society, and should be able to compete against other good businesses.
Potash
2.61
Oil and Gas
2.70 0
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1
1.5
2
2.5
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Conclusion This edition of RELO looked at the importance and opportunity of the First Nations and Métis peoples in our regions growing economy. While there are still significant challenges to overcome, the gains to the GRA will be significant and well worth the effort. One of the major hurdles recognized with GRA executives was the lack of communication and understanding of the First Nations and Métis culture. Interview participants saw an opportunity for private sector organizations to create an open dialogue with First Nations and Métis leaders to understand how to engage with First Nations and Métis businesses and entrepreneurs.
The Executive Confidence Index has set a new all-time high at 2.55, an increase of 24 points (2.31) from the last quarter of 2017. Looking forward almost half of the respondents believe that the economy will perform better. This optimism is driven by confidence that business sales will increase and 71.9% respondents expect their business profitability to increase over the next year. A significant increase of 36.6% from the previous quarter. With today’s economic optimism, recognition of current challenges, and initiative to take positive steps forward to deal with those issues, Saskatchewan and the Greater Regina Area can build inclusive strategies that bring us together, and keep our city and province growing.
Participants were also asked about Premier Brad Wall’s pending retirement. While most agreed that Premier Wall’s retirement will have little impact on the economy, there was an indication that certain industries including, manufacturing, agriculture manufacturing, agriculture, potash, and oil & gas, could have a small negative impact.
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About the Report Economic Development Regina (EDR), in partnership with Praxis Consulting (Praxis), began a quarterly publication entitled, “Regina Executive Leadership Outlook” in September 2014 that captures the thought leadership of senior business leaders in the Greater Regina Area (GRA) on key issues facing Regina and surrounding areas.
The survey is distributed to a list of approximately 90 senior business leaders. The survey has an additional component entitled “The Economic Outlook”. This is a set of static questions asked each quarter that inform a unique Executive Confidence Index. This index is used to measure how confident executives are in Regina’s overall economy across each quarter.
Each quarter, Praxis and EDR pick a specific topic as the focus of the publication. Praxis then develops a survey questionnaire to gather quantitative data and an interview questionnaire to gather qualitative data using the chosen topic.
Survey
Executive Interviews
All questions within the survey were developed in consultation with First Nations and Métis leaders.
Praxis and EDR also requested in-person interviews with Regina area-based First Nations and Métis Leaders to supplement the survey responses. Individuals are selected for an interview when their perspective, industry, or background aligning closely with the survey topic. All interviewee data remains confidential unless otherwise agreed upon by the interviewee for media use.
Fieldwork for this project included 35 surveys completed by CEOs and senior executives in Regina’s business community. Survey responses were received via an online survey, delivered t o each participant by email. Responses were collected August 14 – August 25, 2017.
Eleven (11) First Nations and Métis leaders were invited to participate in this quarter’s interview process. Six (6) were able to participate:
A total of 92 survey invitations were sent; the response rate is 32.0%. Margins of error cannot be applied to this type of non-probability sample.
Chief Cadmus Delorme Edmund Bellegarde
In many cases data is captured on symmetrical, verbally-anchored five-point response scales. ˙
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Robb Tebb Marty Klyne
On this scale, responses of 1 or 2 are negative; a response of 3 is neutral, and responses of 4 or 5 are positive.
Thomas Benjoe
This report shows frequency of response at every option in the response set, along with a mean, to indicate the overall level of response.
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About EDR
About Praxis
Economic Development Regina Inc. (EDR) is the economic development agency for the Greater Regina Area.
Praxis Consulting is Saskatchewan’s largest locally-based management consulting firm.
EDR is a not for profit economic development corporation, governed by a volunteer board of directors. EDR provides leadership to the community to support industry growth and diversification through retention and expansion of existing business and encouraging investment, development of industry and tourism.
Praxis works collaboratively with clients in the facilitation of growth and excellence. Leveraging an unmatched wealth of experience across multiple sectors, Praxis adds value to their clients through:
In collaboration with key stakeholders, we work to identify, develop and promote opportunities that advance economic prosperity and ensure the Greater Regina Area offers a vibrant and diversified economy for investors, is a positive destination experience for visitors and offers a high quality of life for residents.
˙ Strategy:
David Froh, VP Sector Development E: dfroh@economicdevelopmentregina.com P: 306-789-5099 ext 230
˙ Research:
Information gathering and data analytics.
Thought-leadership, rigorous planning, and pragmatic strategies.
˙ Results:
Cascading strategy and culture within the organization.
Val Sluth, Managing Principal E: info@praxis-research-strategy.ca P: 306-545-3755