We are excited to announce that Candace Wasacase, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Kahkewistahâw Economic Management Corporation (KEMC).
Candace, a proud member of Kahkewistahâw First Nation, Treaty 4, and the daughter of George and Gayle Wasacase. Growing up on the Nation, Candace has seen the growth of the community and is honoured to serve in the role.
“My goal is to develop a local economy that builds on community strengths and collaborates with all KFN departments and members. Both our local and urban lands offer opportunities to grow the Nation’s economy.”
Candace specializes in economic development, community relations and cultural space development. She was recognized by the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects and Saskatchewan Association of Landscape Architects as an Honorary member in 2023 for her lead role in the multi-million-dollar revitalization of Wanuskewin Heritage Park, the creation of the USask Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre, and her understanding and commitment to upholding the spiritual values held by the land and honoring the spirit of reconciliation. She is an accomplished facilitator and entrepreneur with academic qualifications from the University of Saskatchewan’s Edwards School of Business and College of Arts and Science.
She formerly served as Fulbright Canada’s Director of the Honoring Nations Canada Program, and Senior Director of Indigenous Engagement at the University of Saskatchewan. She also held roles within the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations, the Saskatoon Tribal Council, and the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies.
Previously serving as KEMC’s Business Development Officer, Chief Operations Officer, and Interim Chief Executive Officer, Candace’s leadership, experience, and vision will focus on driving new opportunities and fostering growth for KEMC and the communities we serve. Please join us in giving Candace a warm welcome as our new CEO.