The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) is pleased to announce EY Canada as a Sustaining Partner. Through FNMPC’s Sustaining Partners Program, EY Canada will support the organization’s work to advance First Nations leadership, ownership, and decision-making in major project development across Canada.
The Sustaining Partners Program brings together a select group of private-sector organizations that support FNMPC’s mandate and engage with First Nations outside of project-specific negotiations. The program is designed to strengthen understanding, share knowledge, and support more informed, long-term relationships between industry and First Nations.
“FNMPC was created to ensure First Nations lead and hold ownership in major projects, rather than being limited to participation,” said Sharleen Gale, Executive Chair of the FNMPC Board of Directors. “The support of Sustaining Partners like EY Canada enhances the ability of Nations to engage from a position of strength and affirms the central role of First Nations leadership in Canada’s economic future.”
FNMPC represents more than 184 First Nations from coast to coast. Its work focuses on governance, capital markets, environmental assessment, major project readiness, and Indigenous-led economic participation.
“Sustaining Partners play an important role in supporting informed, respectful engagement between industry and First Nations,” said Mark Podlasly, Chief Executive Officer of FNMPC. “These relationships help reinforce the importance of Indigenous governance, long-term decision-making, and Nation-driven priorities in major project development.”
“We are proud to work alongside the First Nations Major Project Coalition in advancing shared interests and supporting Indigenous participation in major projects,” said Tim Philpotts, EY Canada Infrastructure Advisory Leader. “By bringing together economic opportunities and environmental stewardship, we are helping build a stronger Canada —one in which Indigenous peoples have a greater role in the economy and a lasting legacy for future generations.”
As a Sustaining Partner, EY Canada joins a group of organizations committed to supporting Indigenous-led approaches to economic development and major projects, while respecting the independent decision-making authority of First Nations.
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