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a testament to the vision and fortitude of
the Wemindji people.
Holly Danyluk, CEO of TDC, says the
impact of TDC on the community is
immeasurable. “We have recently created
15 jobs for high school students with
the after-school program we developed
through one of our subsidiaries—the
Tawich Business Development Corpora-
tion—that oversees our local businesses.
We also provide financial sponsorships
to local youth initiatives, and provide
funds for Minor Sports tournaments
locally. TDC also provides funds to a
Special Needs Foundation called “the”
Kate Sharl Foundation within our region
of Eeyou Istchee.” It is clear the initiatives
created by TDC are far reaching.
Home to incredible wildlife and incredible
scenic views, the James Bay also plays
a huge role in the traditions of the Cree
Nation of Wemindji. Visitors can now
experience the James Bay in an entirely
new way, through the newly established
Wemindji Tourism through the Wiin-
nipaakw Tours Coop. In its first season in
2019, it will attract true outdoor enthusi-
asts with unparalleled natural glory.
Running all of these entities required
frequent travel to Southern Quebec.
When frequent travel was often met
with recurrent issues in finding adequate
accommodation, the TDC members
did what they do best: find a solution.
Initially, TDC purchased a condominium
to stay in on trips to the Val D’Or region,
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