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Blood Tribe (Kainai Nation) – Comprehensive Economic Profile The Blood Tribe (Kainai Nation), one of the largest First Nations in Canada, is located in southern Alberta along the Oldman River basin, with a land base exceeding 1.4 million acres. As a founding member of the Blackfoot Confederacy, the Blood Tribe combines deep cultural stewardship with a growing, forward-looking economic vision. Its strategic location near Lethbridge, extensive agricultural lands, and access to major transportation corridors position the Nation as a significant regional economic contributor. Community leadership has prioritized sustainable development, self-determination, and long-term revenue generation that aligns with cultural values and land stewardship responsibilities. Economically, the Blood Tribe maintains a diversified portfolio spanning agriculture, energy, land leasing, construction, retail, and community-owned enterprises. Large-scale farming and ranching operations—both community-managed and through third-party leases—form a cornerstone of local revenue. The Nation has also engaged in oil and gas development, aggregate resources, and infrastructure projects that support both on-reserve and regional markets. Retail, service contracts, housing construction, and public-sector partnerships further contribute to employment and income generation, while workforce participation continues to grow through skills training, trades, and professional services. Looking ahead, the Blood Tribe is well positioned to expand opportunities in renewable energy, value-added agriculture, housing development, procurement-driven partnerships, and Indigenous-led entrepreneurship. Investments in digital infrastructure, business capacity building, and strategic alliances with governments and the private sector are opening new pathways for economic participation. With a strong emphasis on community benefit, youth employment, and sustainable land use, the Blood Tribe’s economic strategy reflects a balance between tradition and innovation—creating lasting prosperity while reinforcing sovereignty and cultural continuity. To learn more and access a comprehensive, data-rich economic profile of the Blood Tribe—along with partnership opportunities, procurement insights, and community priorities—join It’s Time For Change (ITFC) and become part of Canada’s leading Indigenous economic inclusion and engagement network.
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