Governance Department

COVID-19 Magnifies Socio-Economic Challenges Facing Atlantic Indigenous Communities and Businesses (June 17th)

by Shane Birley | Jun 17, 2020 | Economic Department

The serious economic effects caused by COVID-19 are a key concern for Atlantic Indigenous businesses and communities because of pre-existing risks, vulnerabilities and challenges. In this Briefing Note, APEC examines community economic and financial risks, Indigenous business risks, community and individual socio-economic vulnerabilities, and community health risks.

Current COVID-19 Support Programs are Inadequate for Atlantic Indigenous Communities and Businesses (May 22th)

by Shane Birley | May 22, 2020 | Economic Department

Atlantic Indigenous businesses and communities are not immune from the economic dislocation sweeping across the region and nation due to COVID-19.