Donna Mathieson
Donna Mathieson, with 18 years in the construction industry and a seasoned First Nations Entrepreneur, has made significant contributions, notably assisting Indigenous people to start careers in construction. She now…CEO of Raven Ozhigaa Development
Donna Mathieson, with 18 years in the construction industry and a seasoned First Nations Entrepreneur, has made significant contributions, notably assisting Indigenous people to start careers in construction. She now furthers her social impact through Raven Ozhigaa Development (ROD), a not-for-profit firm in Manitoba dedicated to constructing safe, affordable housing in Canada’s remote communities.
ROD specializes in innovative and sustainable design, creating durable, energy-efficient shelters such as homes, community centers, hydroponic gardens, and amphibious houses, all supported by a comprehensive maintenance program. With a firm belief that healthy and safe homes are a fundamental human right, ROD aims to transform construction practices and perceptions, ensuring these rights for everyone.
Veteran construction professional Donna Mathieson, with 18 years of diverse industry experience, now leads Ravin Ozhigaa Development, a social enterprise dedicated to offering safe, affordable housing in Canada’s remote communities, building on her legacy of empowering Indigenous people in construction.
