Mr. Jeffrey Ciachurski reports

CAPTIVA VERDE ANNOUNCES MATNAGGEWINU DEVELOPMENT CORP (MDC) HAS BEEN CERTIFIED AS AN INDIGENOUS BUSINESS BY CCIB, UNLOCKING FEDERAL PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Matnaggewinu Development Corp., 49 per cent owned by Captiva Verde Wellness Corp., has been certified as an indigenous business by the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business, unlocking federal procurement opportunities.

Matnaggewinu, a Mi'kmaq-owned development corporation, is proud to announce that it has officially been certified by the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business as a certified aboriginal business. This certification positions MDC as a recognized partner for procurement opportunities with the federal government, unlocking a range of opportunities for further economic collaboration and growth for Mi'kmaq communities. MDC is federally incorporated in Canada under the Canada Business Corporations Act.

With this certification, MDC joins an exclusive network of indigenous businesses recognized for their commitment to economic self-sufficiency, community empowerment and sustainable development. This milestone is an important step forward in MDC's mission to promote indigenous-led economic growth through initiatives in housing, health and wellness, aerospace, defence, and sustainable infrastructure.

Expanding into aerospace, defence and space systems

In addition to its success in the housing and infrastructure sectors, MDC, in partnership with Captiva Verde, has ventured into the aerospace, defence and space industries. As a Mi'kmaq-owned joint venture partner of Captiva Verde, MDC is actively involved in the aviation and military sectors, specializing in aerospace, defence, space systems, foreign military sales, and maintenance, repair and overhaul industries. This strategic move further strengthens MDC's efforts to expand into these rapidly growing markets, positioning it as a key player in the global defence and aerospace industries.

Quotes from leadership

"Receiving CCIB certification is a significant milestone for MDC and the communities we serve. This recognition not only validates our ongoing efforts in sustainable development but also positions us for long-term procurement opportunities with the federal government," said Nowlen Augustine, founder and chief executive officer of MDC. "This is a critical moment in advancing economic reconciliation and creating opportunities for Mi'kmaq communities in both traditional and emerging sectors, including aerospace and defence."

Jeff Ciachurski, director of Captiva Verde and MDC strategic partner, added: "We are incredibly excited about the potential of this certification and the expanding role MDC is playing in industries like aerospace, defence and space systems. This recognition will facilitate our growth in these high-demand sectors, further supporting the development of Mi'kmaq communities through both traditional and cutting-edge industries."

MDC's certification by CCIB as a certified aboriginal business represents a critical milestone in its continuing efforts to create lasting, positive impacts for indigenous communities across Canada. By leveraging this certification, MDC will be able to access various federal procurement programs, helping to further its mission of supporting Mi'kmaq communities with essential services and infrastructure projects, as well as expanding its footprint in the aerospace, defence and space sectors.

About Captiva Verde Wellness Corp.

Captiva Verde is a publicly traded company listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange and the U.S. OTC market. The company focuses on sustainable housing, health and wellness initiatives in indigenous communities, and is expanding into aerospace, defence and space systems. Captiva Verde partners with organizations like MDC to promote economic reconciliation and self-sufficiency.

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