In a study of creative sectors in 11 North American cities, Winnipeg got high marks including No. 1 for the number of "bohemians" and No. 2 for "super creative" workers.  The study, paid for the by the Information Communication Technology Association of Manitoba (ICTAM), shows that Winnipeg's tolerant and diverse work force has proven to be foster talented people. IDFusion Software is identified by ICTAM as a good example of a Manitoba IT firm that has embraced the use of a diversified workforce as a key driver of innovation.  IDFusion president and CEO Christian Dandeneau said that of the 16 full-time workers, 12 were either Metis or members of a visible minority.  "We really look for people who are not from a mainstream culture and can bring a different perspective on things."  This approach has contributed to the success of IDFusion. 

Protegra announces the formation of a partnership with Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO). This partnership has come together to form FireSpirit, a First Nation-owned company that aims to facilitate jobs, training and business opportunities in Northern Manitoba. Together with Protegra, IDfusion Software is working to realize the first major initiative of FireSpirit, the development of a Job Referral Services System. "This project gives us the opportunity to create employment for young aboriginal IT professionals and develop the IT capacity of our Aboriginal Communities" - Christian Dandeneau, CEO of IDfusion Software

FireSpirit, a newly formed Aboriginal company, announces its vision to faciliate jobs, training and business oppurtunities for Aboriginals and northern communities in Manitoba. The company was formed as a partnership between Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) and Protegra. In it's first major initiative, FireSpirit will develop a Job Referral System for the Province of Manitoba with IDfusion Software excited to be a part of the development effort.

This article in the Winnipeg Sun discusses recent efforts by the province of Manitoba and the Information and Communications Technology Association of Manitoba (ICTAM) to help find opportunities for aboriginal youth in the IT industry. IDfusion Software, with a 45% aboriginal staff, is cited as being a role model for the future. Company president Christian Dandeneau is quoted as saying, “We want to draw more business from outside Manitoba to Manitoba, it's key to our industry's growth."

IDfusion Software CEO Christian Dandeneau discusses the companies newest web-site, Golf Finder Manitoba with french newspaper "La Liberté". Chris discusses the companies goals with the new site, the technologies that drive it. He also touches on the future potential applications, including those which could be used to specifically service the francophone community in Manitoba.

Christian Dandeneau, the CEO of IDfusion Software discusses the creation and goals behind IDfusion Software. Christian mentions the personal motivations as a golfer himself, that gave birth to the new tool, coupled with a way to forward the technology goals of the company.

Christian Dandeneau, CEO of IDfusion Software, discusses Golf Finder Manitoba in the Winnipeg Sun. Christian talks about the inspiration behind the creation of the application, and the goals of its construction.