Monday, November 13, 2023
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Location: Sheraton Hall D/E
Sponsor: First Nations Major Project Coalition and First Nations Infrastructure Institute
Breakout Session 4A: First Nations Partnerships and the Future of Infrastructure Delivery
First Nations across Canada are playing a major role in shaping the infrastructure development agenda. With increased influence comes increased opportunities to enhance First Nation-led infrastructure delivery models. Join representatives from the First Nation Major Projects Coalition, First Nations Infrastructure Institute, Assembly of First Nations, and First Nations community leadership for a discussion about equity ownership, correcting the on-reserve infrastructure deficit, and improving the standard of living by harnessing the power of partnerships.
Moderator:
- Valerie Helbronner, Partner, Torys
Panelists:
- Jason Calla, Technical Director, First Nations Infrastructure Institute
- Niilo Edwards, CEO, First Nations Major Project Coalition
- Matthew George, Senior Policy Analyst, Infrastructure, Assembly of First Nations
- Rose Paul, Director, Lands & Economic Development, Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation
Read up on the expertise of our speakers
Valerie Helbronner, Partner, Torys
Jason Calla, Technical Director, First Nations Infrastructure Institute
Niilo Edwards, CEO, First Nations Major Project Coalition
Rose Paul, Director, Lands & Economic Development, Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation
Matthew George, Senior Policy Analyst, Infrastructure, Assembly of First Nations
Jason Calla, Technical Director, First Nations Infrastructure Institute
Niilo Edwards, CEO, First Nations Major Project Coalition
Rose Paul, Director, Lands & Economic Development, Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation
Matthew George, Senior Policy Analyst, Infrastructure, Assembly of First Nations