The Brokenhead Ojibway Nation has acquired Freed & Freed, a Winnipeg-based apparel manufacturer founded in 1921, marking a significant step in the Indigenous Group’s long-term economic development strategy.

The acquisition also Indigenous ownership in Canada’s manufacturing sector.

“This acquisition reflects our commitment to building a strong and inclusive economy in collaboration with Canadians, all levels of government, and corporate partners,” the Brokenhead Ojibway said in a news release. “It also supports our broader vision of advancing self-determination through strategic investment, responsible growth, and long-term economic opportunity.

With the deal, the Brokenhead Ojibway peoples expand their presence in manufacturing alongside existing interests in infrastructure, energy, housing and commercial development, positioning it to play a larger role in domestic and international supply chains while supporting the continued success of an established Canadian manufacturer, said the group.

The First Nation described the transaction as part of a wider effort to create opportunities for its members and contribute to the broader Canadian economy, while advancing Indigenous ownership in key industries and reinforcing Aboriginal-led economic development.

Financial terms were not disclosed.

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