Tsuut’ina Pride
Together with Tsuut’ina
Like all great journeys, this one began with a road: the Southwest Calgary Ring Road. In 2013, the Tsuut’ina Nation and the Province of Alberta came to an agreement about the road’s construction. The process revived an idea Tsuut’ina leaders had back in 1970: Tsuut’ina Nation could achieve growth and prosperity by developing a portion of its land.
In 2014, 80% of Tsuut’ina citizens voted to dedicate 1,200 acres of the Nation for economic development. To bring this ambitious dream to life, Canderel was chosen as a real estate and development partner—and Taza was born.
In 2024, Taza appeared on the Indigenomics 10 to Watch list. The list honours initiatives that show leadership in the emerging $100 billion Indigenous economy.
A partnership built on trust
Taza is a partnership between the Tsuut’ina Nation and Canderel, grounded in mutual respect. Tsuut’ina contributes land, resources for permitting and approvals, traditional knowledge and cultural direction. Canderel brings financing and a team of development experts and advisors. Both partners play an essential role in this collaboration, with all expenses, mortgages, guarantees, risks and profits shared equally.
We’re governed by a Board of Directors. The Board includes two Minor Chiefs appointed by Tsuut’ina Nation and two Directors from Canderel. All decisions require unanimous approval.
Integrating Tsuut’ina art, language and culture
At Taza, we look for opportunities to weave Indigenous representation, culture, language, and guidance into the identity and design of our development. Elements could include street names, parks, green spaces, art installations, building themes, and more.
Nation stewardship
Integrating cultural knowledge is formalized in the village development plans and overseen by the Tsuut’ina Development Authority (the body that oversees planning, development and building permits, and business licensing in our villages) and the Cultural/Language Working Group. As stewards of the land, Taza collaborates with the Nation to ensure the development maintains cultural integrity.
Our pillars
Taza embodies and expresses Tsuut’ina culture and principles. When designing each of our community villages—from their built form to their unique spirit—we apply these four pillars.
Employment and opportunities
Taza exists to support the prosperity of the Tsuut’ina Nation. Whenever possible, we invest in materials, equipment, contractors and resources supplied by Tsuut’ina citizens and businesses.
- Investing directly in Tsuut’ina Nation, whether it’s using meeting space at the Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, hiring Tsuut’ina talent for photo and video shoots or purchasing Indigenous-made gifts from Tsuut’ina Nation artisans and the Tsuut’ina Cultural Museum.
- Construction opportunities for Tsuut’ina businesses with our Tsuut’ina Benefit Driven Procurement Strategy.
- Supporting programs and organizations that work to foster career paths for Tsuut’ina citizens through training and skill development as well as mentorship and apprenticeship programs.
- Amplifying opportunities for Tsuut’ina citizens to find jobs with Taza retail tenants by collaborating with the Tsuut’ina Employment Resource Centre and Tsuut’ina Adult Learning Centre.
Giving back to the community
Most developers plan in phases, but at Taza, we think in generations. How will the choices we make today shape the future?
long-term prosperity
The development will help foster long-term wealth for Tsuut’ina Nation. It adds infrastructure, services and amenities, while creating opportunities and assets that will last for generations.
a strong community
Our Community Relations team works hard to keep Tsuut’ina Nation citizens informed about the development and its progress. Through inclusive events and initiatives, we foster a proud, connected community.
an engaged nation
We engage Tsuut’ina citizens, including Tsuutina youth, through school visits, sports, community events, opportunities to apply their creativity to marketing initiatives and more.
Connect with Us
Our experience centre located in the 7 Chiefs Sportsplex has now closed its doors. For Nation members looking to learn about current projects and future plans, please direct your enquires directly to:
Herb Crowchild
Tsuut’ina Engagement Liaison
Email: [email protected]
For general enquires visit us at the Taza Park Sales & Marketing Centre
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