positions are ‘entry-level positions’ (e.g.
housekeepers, laundry attendants, dish-
washers, cafeteria stewards) which can be
used as a spring-board for many Windigo
band members who are entering the work-
force. Many Windigo employees go on to
post-secondary education.
“Our team is the most important,” says
Harris. “We go to great efforts to hire from
the signatory Windigo territories and hire
from within.”
In 2013, Windigo Catering LP won the
prestigious Skookum Jim Award for excep-
tional achievement in the Canadian mining
industry. Windigo Catering’s exceptional
“gourmet comfort food” has elevated
what is considered possible for base camp
living. Meals include lamb curry, sushi,
Osso Buco, and the list goes on.
“The Musselwhite Agreement embodies
cooperation, understanding, and mutual
respect,” says Frank McKay, President of
Windigo Ventures General Partner Ltd.
“We’ve been proud to work closely with
Goldcorp on their Musselwhite project
since 1998. Our relationship is based on
shared values, and continues to strength-
en as we provide increasing support to a
range of mining operations.”
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