Sharon Singh provides advice on regulatory, climate change, environmental, governance and Aboriginal law matters to the infrastructure, mining, energy, manufacturing, construction, garment and agribusiness sectors. Sharon's perspective and approach are informed by over a decade of experience working in industry and allows her to provide practical,...

Shaun Soonias is a member of Red Pheasant Cree Nation, a signatory of Treaty 6 located south of Battleford, Sask. As Director of Indigenous Relations at FCC, his focus is on activities that will enable reconciliation, economic development for Indigenous communities, including increasing participation in...

Albalina, originating from Fort Albany First Nation on the western shores of James Bay, stands at the head of the Mushkegowuk Development Corporation (MDC) as its CEO. With her educational foundation, including a Bachelor of Business Administration - Honors from Trent University and a graduate...

Paul Langdon is a visionary leader with a passion for advancing Indigenous economic development in Canada. Born and raised in King County, Nova Scotia, Paul joined Ulnooweg Development Group in late 2015, embarking on a journey that would see him create and lead the Strategic...

Karen Restoule is Vice President and a strategy, communications, and engagement specialist with Crestview Strategy. Karen is a recognized expert at transformative leadership, change management, organizational governance, policy and innovation, and community, stakeholder, and Indigenous engagement. Prior to joining Crestview, Karen led an environmental...

Hillary Thatcher is Managing Director of Investments, leading the CIB’s Indigenous Infrastructure team. In her role, Hillary is responsible for the CIB’s engagement with Indigenous communities, advancing investments in Indigenous infrastructure projects consistent with key priority areas. Previously Director General of Innovation and Services at...

Smith is a long-time Whistler resident where he works with Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada as the Chief Strategy officer; as such Smith focuses on strategic partnerships to enhance ITAC’s organizational efficiencies and to strengthen overall revenue and membership growth. Smith currently supports the president...

Alicia Dubois has extensive experience at the executive level across various industries in Canada, and a pointed focus on advancing Indigenous Peoples and reconciliation. Her rich background in law, Indigenous finance and executive leadership has equipped her with a strong understanding of public and private...

A proud member of Treaty 6 and descending from the Plains Cree, Ruby Littlechild embodies a legacy of strength, wisdom, and spiritual connection. Her heritage and lineage traces back to Wandering Spirit, a revered spiritual warrior and Big Bear who was signatory to Treaty No....

Luticia is Cree-Metis, and the Vice President of Project Development for the First Nations Major Projects Coalition. Luticia employs for Indigenous leadership in ESG, championing ‘Clean Energy Pathways to Economy’: the resilient, sustainable economies for Indigenous Nations that are unlocked by access to...