Captiva Verde Welcomes Elder Sir Dr. Joe Michael to Matnaggewinu Development Corp (MDC) Advisory Board
Captiva Verde Wellness Corp (CSE: PWR) (OTC Pink: CPIVF) has announced the appointment of Elder Sir Joe Michael to the Advisory Board of Matnaggewinu Development Corp (MDC). Elder Michael, a respected Mi'kmaw Nation leader, brings significant experience including 25 years of service as the first Mi'kmaw member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
Elder Michael, who received an Honorary Doctor of Humanities from Acadia University in 2019, was instrumental in developing the RCMP's Aboriginal Community Policing model. He currently serves as a Captain (Keptin) on the Mi'kmaq Grand Council and holds a knighthood from the Order of St. George.
The appointment aligns with MDC's mission of fostering Indigenous-led economic development and community empowerment, particularly in sectors like aviation and military equipment. The company views this addition as strategic for advancing economic reconciliation and creating equitable opportunities for Indigenous communities.
Captiva Verde Wellness Corp (CSE: PWR) (OTC Pink: CPIVF) ha annunciato la nomina di Elder Sir Joe Michael nel Consiglio Consultivo della Matnaggewinu Development Corp (MDC). Elder Michael, un rispettato leader della Nazione Mi'kmaw, porta con sé una significativa esperienza, inclusi 25 anni di servizio come primo membro Mi'kmaw della Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
Elder Michael, che ha ricevuto un Dottorato Onorario in Umanità dall'Università di Acadia nel 2019, è stato fondamentale nello sviluppo del modello di Polizia Comunitaria Aborigena della RCMP. Attualmente ricopre il ruolo di Capitano (Keptin) nel Gran Consiglio Mi'kmaq e detiene un titolo di cavaliere dall'Ordine di San Giorgio.
La nomina è in linea con la missione della MDC di promuovere lo sviluppo economico guidato dagli Indigeni e l'emancipazione della comunità, in particolare in settori come l'aviazione e l'equipaggiamento militare. L'azienda considera questa aggiunta strategica per avanzare nella riconciliazione economica e creare opportunità eque per le comunità indigene.
Captiva Verde Wellness Corp (CSE: PWR) (OTC Pink: CPIVF) ha anunciado el nombramiento de Elder Sir Joe Michael en la Junta Asesora de Matnaggewinu Development Corp (MDC). Elder Michael, un respetado líder de la Nación Mi'kmaw, aporta una experiencia significativa, incluyendo 25 años de servicio como el primer miembro Mi'kmaw de la Real Policía Montada de Canadá (RCMP).
Elder Michael, quien recibió un Doctorado Honorario en Humanidades de la Universidad de Acadia en 2019, fue fundamental en el desarrollo del modelo de Policía Comunitaria Aborigen de la RCMP. Actualmente se desempeña como Capitán (Keptin) en el Gran Consejo Mi'kmaq y posee un título de caballero de la Orden de San Jorge.
El nombramiento está alineado con la misión de la MDC de fomentar el desarrollo económico liderado por indígenas y el empoderamiento comunitario, particularmente en sectores como la aviación y el equipo militar. La empresa considera esta adición como estratégica para avanzar en la reconciliación económica y crear oportunidades equitativas para las comunidades indígenas.
Captiva Verde Wellness Corp (CSE: PWR) (OTC Pink: CPIVF)는 Elder Sir Joe Michael을 Matnaggewinu Development Corp (MDC)의 자문 위원회에 임명했다고 발표했습니다. Elder Michael은 존경받는 미크마우 원주민 지도자로서, 캐나다 왕립 기마 경찰(RCMP)의 첫 미크마우 회원으로서 25년의 경력을 가지고 있습니다.
Elder Michael은 2019년 아카디아 대학교에서 인문학 명예 박사 학위를 받았으며, RCMP의 원주민 커뮤니티 경찰 모델 개발에 중요한 역할을 했습니다. 현재 그는 미크마우 대평의회에서 선장(Keptin)으로 활동하고 있으며, 성 조지 기사단의 기사 직위를 보유하고 있습니다.
이번 임명은 MDC의 원주민 주도 경제 개발 및 지역 사회 권한 부여 미션과 일치하며, 특히 항공 및 군사 장비와 같은 분야에서 중요합니다. 이 회사는 이번 인사를 경제적 화해를 진전시키고 원주민 공동체를 위한 공정한 기회를 창출하는 데 전략적이라고 보고 있습니다.
Captiva Verde Wellness Corp (CSE: PWR) (OTC Pink: CPIVF) a annoncé la nomination de Elder Sir Joe Michael au conseil consultatif de Matnaggewinu Development Corp (MDC). Elder Michael, un leader respecté de la nation Mi'kmaw, apporte une expérience significative, y compris 25 ans de service en tant que premier membre Mi'kmaw de la Gendarmerie royale du Canada (GRC).
Elder Michael, qui a reçu un doctorat honorifique en humanités de l'Université Acadia en 2019, a joué un rôle clé dans le développement du modèle de police communautaire autochtone de la GRC. Il occupe actuellement le poste de capitaine (Keptin) au Grand Conseil Mi'kmaq et détient un titre de chevalier de l'Ordre de Saint-Georges.
La nomination est en accord avec la mission de la MDC de favoriser le développement économique dirigé par les Autochtones et l'autonomisation des communautés, en particulier dans des secteurs tels que l'aviation et l'équipement militaire. L'entreprise considère cette addition comme stratégique pour faire avancer la réconciliation économique et créer des opportunités équitables pour les communautés autochtones.
Captiva Verde Wellness Corp (CSE: PWR) (OTC Pink: CPIVF) hat die Ernennung von Elder Sir Joe Michael in den Beirat der Matnaggewinu Development Corp (MDC) bekannt gegeben. Elder Michael, ein angesehener Führer der Mi'kmaw-Nation, bringt bedeutende Erfahrungen mit, darunter 25 Jahre Dienst als erstes Mi'kmaw-Mitglied der Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP).
Elder Michael, der 2019 von der Acadia University einen Ehrendoktor in den Geisteswissenschaften erhielt, war maßgeblich an der Entwicklung des Modells für die Polizei der Aboriginesgemeinschaften der RCMP beteiligt. Derzeit ist er Kapitän (Keptin) im Großen Rat der Mi'kmaq und hat einen Rittertitel vom Orden von St. Georg.
Die Ernennung steht im Einklang mit der Mission der MDC, die wirtschaftliche Entwicklung unter der Führung von Indigenen und die Stärkung der Gemeinschaft zu fördern, insbesondere in Bereichen wie Luftfahrt und militärische Ausrüstung. Das Unternehmen betrachtet diese Ergänzung als strategisch, um wirtschaftliche Versöhnung voranzutreiben und gerechte Chancen für indigene Gemeinschaften zu schaffen.
- Strategic addition of experienced Indigenous leader to Advisory Board strengthens company's position in Indigenous-led development projects
- Potential expansion into aviation and military equipment sectors through Indigenous business partnerships
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 24, 2025) - Captiva Verde Wellness Corp. (CSE: PWR) (OTC Pink: CPIVF) ("Captiva Verde") a public company listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the trading symbol PWR and further listed in the US OTC Market under the symbol CPIVF is proud to announce that Elder Sir Joe Michael, a highly respected leader within the Mi'kmaw Nation and Indigenous communities across Canada, has joined the Advisory Board of Matnaggewinu Development Corp (MDC).
Elder Joe Michael, also known as "Dr. Joe Mike" brings decades of leadership, cultural wisdom, and advocacy for Indigenous communities, which will be invaluable to MDC's mission of fostering Indigenous-led economic development and community empowerment.
Elder Joe Michael was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Humanities from Acadia University in 2019 in recognition of his lifelong dedication to community service, cultural preservation, and leadership. He was notably the first Mi'kmaw member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), where he served for 25 years. Throughout his distinguished career, he bridged traditional Mi'kmaw knowledge with contemporary policing practices, leading to the development of the RCMP's Aboriginal Community Policing model, which remains an integral part of cadet training at the RCMP Depot in Regina. As Detachment Commander, he also held the esteemed role of the RCMP's Pipe Carrier, performing sacred ceremonies and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
Most recently, Elder Joe was appointed to the Mi'kmaq Grand Council, the traditional governing body representing Mi'kmaw people, where he serves as a Captain (Keptin). His work on the council focuses on strengthening community connections, preserving Mi'kmaw history, and advocating for the well-being of Indigenous people in the region. His recent knighthood from the Order of St. George, where he was honored with the title "Chevalier Joe Michael," further underscores his lifelong commitment to "faith, service, and honor."
"Having Elder, Sir Joe Michael join the MDC Advisory Board is both an honor and a significant milestone for us," said Jeff Ciachurski. "His extensive leadership experience, profound cultural insights, and deep connection to the Mi'kmaq Nation will guide MDC as we continue to develop initiatives that honor Indigenous traditions while advancing meaningful economic reconciliation and creating equitable opportunities for Indigenous communities."
Elder Joe's appointment reinforces MDC's commitment to culturally grounded leadership and highlights Captiva Verde's dedication to supporting Indigenous-led development projects through meaningful collaboration and community engagement.
"Joining the MDC Advisory Board is a generational opportunity to accelerate a new future where First Nations communities and businesses are equitably participating in Canada's open trading economy, including new sectors like aviation and military equipment," said Elder Sir Joe Michael. "I am proud to support a Mi'kmaq company that is breaking new ground and creating meaningful opportunities for our people."
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