Kimberly Lavoie

Assistant Deputy Minister, Nòkwewashk Natural Resources Canada
Kimberly is a mother, proud Mi’kmaq, a seasoned leader in Canada’s public service, and the Assistant Deputy Minister of Nòkwewashk.
Throughout her 25+-year federal government career, a significant part of Kimberly’s work has focused on responding to the needs and concerns of marginalized Canadians. One of Kimberly’s greatest gifts is her ability to bridge the divide between community and government.
Since 2019, Kimberly has worked at Natural Resources Canada. In her current position, she is responsible for leading the Department’s reconciliation and regulatory efforts, as well as Indigenous inclusion in the natural resource sector. Prior to this role, she served as Associate Assistant Deputy Minister, Mineral Policy and Critical Minerals.
Kimberly graduated from Carleton University with Honours in Law and lives in Ottawa.