FPDI - First Peoples Development Inc.

FPDI - First Peoples Development Inc.

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FPDI administers and supports 28 First Nation Sub-Agreement Holders (SAH's) ISET Program

FPDI supports 28 First Nation Sub-Agreement Holders (SAHs) to develop and deliver their own in-demand labour market programs and services that meet their individual labour market and employment needs. Sub-Agreement Holders deliver a wide range of human resource programs and assist clients to obtain, prepare for, and maintain employment through the delivery of the Indigenous Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ISETS). FPDI undertakes capacity building activities under ISETS program to assist the Sub-Agreement Holders to achieve greater success in training to employment initiatives through:
- identifying labour market opportunities
- building capacity and facilitating development
- creating partnerships with industry and educators and;
- ensuring fiscal accountability

09/29/2026

FPDI will be closed on Wednesday, September 30, in observance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

We honour the children who never returned home, survivors, and the families and communities impacted by the residential school system. We remain committed to creating opportunities that empower people to build brighter futures while recognizing the lasting impacts of the past.

🧡 Every Child Matters

09/29/2026

Ready to start a rewarding career in the trades? Register for the upcoming info session on October 8 for the Construction Craft Worker program. Learn more and see if you qualify for free tuition. Contact Darcy at 204-987-9570 or [email protected]

09/28/2026

🔧 Try a Trade & Pipe Up About Your Future!
Trades are heating up as a career choice! FPDI has partnered with Piping Industry Technical College/ UA Local 254 (PITC) to bring you a Try-a-Trade program featuring plumbing, refrigeration, steamfitting, and sprinkler fitting. First Nations participants can access free tuition to explore these high-demand trades and see which career path fits them to a tee.
📅 Starts November 16, 2026
📩 Contact Chelsea for more information! 204-987-9570 or [email protected]
Learn more: https://fpdinc.ca/program/try-a-trade-program-2/

09/23/2026

2026 marks a very special milestone as FPDI celebrates 20 years!
Over the past two decades, we've been fortunate to share so many memorable moments with our incredible community—and we'd love to hear from you!
If you have photos, memories, or a testimonial you'd like to share, please send us a message or email [email protected].
Your stories may be featured during our 20th anniversary celebrations and on our social media channels. By submitting photos or testimonials, you are granting FPDI permission to share them publicly.
Thank you for helping us celebrate 20 amazing years—we can't wait to look back with you!

09/21/2026

Our Construction Craft Worker program has helped many First Nations participants build careers from the ground up—and you could be next!

Ready to hammer out a new career path? 🦺 Join our next info session on September 23 and take the first step toward a future you can build on.

👉 Sign up today! 204-987-9570 or [email protected]

09/16/2026

Build your future—literally! 🧱 Sign up for the next Info Session on September 23 at 1pm. Launch a hands-on, creative career with competitive pay, benefits, and a pension.
Contact Darcy today! 204-987-9570 or [email protected]
Learn more at: https://fpdinc.ca/program/bricklayer-program/
International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers

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Mountain @ Bentall
Winnipeg, MB
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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm