Canada’s sovereignty is at risk as 75% of its exports flow to one market—the United States. This dependency leaves the country vulnerable to punitive tariffs and economic coercion. To build a more resilient and diversified economy, Canada must take steps to reduce its economic dependence by expanding its trade relationships. Indigenous nations will play a vital role providing the social license to advance this effort and advancing export-focused major projects in a timely manner. This panel will convene Indigenous and industry leaders to identify new strategies for strengthening investor confidence and positioning Canada as a global leader in a call to action for securing Canada’s economic future.
Introduction by: Gerardo Leclair, Vice President, Business Development, Kiewit
» Dawn Madahbee Leach (Anishinabe-Kwe), Chair, National Indigenous Economic Development Board, and Member, Board of Directors, TC Energy.
» Bill Lomax (Gitxsan), President and CEO, First Nations Bank of Canada
» Lindsay Patrick, Head, Strategy, Marketing & Sustainability, RBC Capital Markets, RBC
» Moderator – Mark Podlasly (Nlaka’pamux), CEO, First Nations Major Projects Coalition