Event

The Indigenous-led Economy

Canada 2020 is looking ahead to a fairer, greener, more prosperous future for Canada. And we know that continued work toward reconciliation must be central to that vision. Key to this ongoing project is a deeper understanding of economic inequality faced by Indigenous communities across Canada, the people and projects that are working toward closing the gap, and the opportunities this shift can foster for the Canadian economy. 

On Tuesday, May 16, join Canada 2020 for our next annual economic reconciliation summit. Building on insights and expertise from last year’s successful summit, this event will bring together Indigenous leaders from across sectors to reflect on the importance of economic reconciliation to their communities, as well as showcase specific projects that demonstrate the unquestionable value of Indigenous leadership, stewardship, creativity, and innovation. Our shared conversations will explore best practices for building wealth and well-being for Indigenous people and communities from coast to coast to coast.

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 | 10:00 to 16:45 ET

(*note time adjustment)

The Westin Ottawa | Governor General Ballroom

Ottawa, ON

Event cost: $150 (includes lunch and light breakfast)

Table cost (6 tickets): $900 (includes lunch and light breakfast)

Featured Speakers

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    Mark Podlasly

    Chief Sustainability Officer, First Nations Major Project Coalition

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    Hon. Marc Miller

    Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations

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    Hon. Patty Hajdu

    Minister of Indigenous Services

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    Shannin Metatawabin

    CEO, National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Assoc.

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    Dr. Alika Lafontaine

    President, Canadian Medical Association

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    Chief Crystal Smith

    Chief, Haisla Nation

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    Mihskakwan James Harper

    Business Development Manager, NRStor Inc.

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    Hillary Thatcher

    Managing Director, Indigenous and Northern Investments, CIB

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    Khelsilem

    Chairperson, Squamish Nation

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    Angel Ransom

    Senior Vice-President, Environmental Services, FNMPC

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    Chief Ghislain Picard

    Chief of the Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador

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    Cole Crook

    Vice President, Indigenous Relations, ATCO Group

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    Joe Dion

    Former Chief of Kehewin; CEO & Director, Western Indigenous Pipeline Group;, and Former Chairman & CEO of Frog Lake Energy Resources

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    Misko Kijig McGregor

    Manager, Indigenous Initiatives at CPA Canada | Member, Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg

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    Karen Restoule

    Co-Founder, BOLD Realities; Creator, Whose.Land; Board at Banff Forum & Canadian Club Toronto; & VP, Crestview Strategies

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