Funding Consultation / Business Growth/ Partnership Development
Mattawa River Resort
"As a new business in the area it was difficult to get connected and Donna assisted me in my business marketing efforts by putting us in contact with regional, northern, and provincial organizations. In addition she helped in identifying potential sources of operational and capital funding; connected us with people, places and funding; assisted with applications for funding; and recommended industry training initiatives that would benefit our business and how they have indeed!
"Donna's listening and analytical skills have assisted us immensely in this new venture. Thank you for all your support and believing in us! Mattawa River Resort looks forward to growing and expanding our operations. As newcomers to Northern Ontario, Donna made the transition seamless."
Not For Profit Governance / Marketing & Promotion
Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System (VMUTS)
"Coming into the board as it was and as it is today is literally night and day. Donna has been integral in literally “cleaning up” the VMUTS organization and bringing it to an operational and functional state. I feel that VMUTS can literally move forward now, but that would have never happened without your council and knowledge that VMUTS needed so badly."
"Looking back to less than a year ago, we had by-laws that were “incoherent” and outdated, and an organizational structure that was not clearly defined within its own by-laws. Comparing where we are now and where we started, it is truly amazing the task Donna undertook, and it is most appreciated. The redesign of the by-laws, the review of board governance and structure, meeting procedures and the proper documentation has us on a clear path that I am confident VMUTS will follow into the future."
"Donna also helped us out with the accounting side of things, from introducing us to proper and formal accounting practices to getting the organization in good standing with Revenue Canada and
the Incorporations Branch. It finally looks like we can see the finish line!
"The many articles you published to Facebook and other promotional endeavours including identifying provincial partners and leveraging their media capacity has also been of great help to the VMUTS organization and its economic impact in the region. Thank you for fielding all those social media inquiries!"
Jonathan Keller, President
Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System
Funding Consultation /
Grant Writing
Mattawa/North Bay Algonquin First Nation
"As Chief of the Mattawa/North Bay Algonquin First Nation, and with the support of the Madajiwan Economic Development Corporation, I would recommend Donna's work to any organization or community looking to advance their ideas into action.
"With only a concept in mind and an opportunity to respond to a call for funding applications, we approached Donna to assist with our application for funding. She met our staff, volunteers and elders to understand our project goals and better understand the uniqueness about our community.
"Donna's attentive listening skills and genuine desire to know better our First Nation community were very much appreciated. She worked under an extremely tight deadline. Our members looked forward to meeting with her as she encouraged them to think bigger and to dream. She respected their views and input. The results, a culturally appropriate expanded project concept that better reflected our community and organizational needs.
"As a result of her encouragement, understanding, wisdom and grant writing skills, the Mattawa North Bay Algonquin First Nation's application for funding was successful. Not only is it the largest grant contribution our community has ever received, but we are excited to know that this cultural awareness program will be far-reaching and long lasting. It will create greater knowledge of the Mattawa/North Bay Algonquin culture and our historical place in society - past, present and future."
Chief Clifford Bastien Jr., Algonquin Negotiation Representative
Mattawa/North Bay Algonquin First Nation
Funding Consultation /
Grant Writing
North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
"Donna Maitland was a tremendous asset to have when we were applying for funding to support the North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre's Urban Aboriginal Strategy. She was an ally to the Indigenous community and worked diligently to support us with an onerous grant application. An active listener, she supported our vision and offered positive feedback when needed. Her follow up was always positive and supportive."
Nancy Potvin, Former Executive Director
North Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre
Knowledge of Community, Skills & Commitment
Discovery Routes Trails Organization
"I’ve known Donna in a professional capacity since the late 90’s when she worked with Discovery Routes Trails Organization to develop a successful proposal to the Ontario Trillium Foundation that led to the revitalization of the organization on the verge of collapse. Throughout the years, Donna’s support for Discovery Routes has gone beyond a professional advisor to volunteering on various committees. Donna understands the challenges of community building in Northern Ontario and will work through her extensive network of contacts across the region to support our work. Thanks Donna for all of your support!"
Jennifer McCourt, Executive Director
Discovery Routes Trails Organization
Knowledge & Style
Township of East Ferris
“I would best describe Donna as youthful and progressive at the same time as being seasoned and very knowledgeable .”
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