Past Conference
Explore key agenda highlights, top speakers, and industry insights from the 2025 Conference.
CONFERENCE CO-CHAIRS

Sara Jane Souliere
Director of Indigenous Relations and Engagement
Cambium Indigenous Professional Services

Cynthia Stone
Training Coordinator
City of Toronto
Featured Speakers

Nadir André
Partner
JFK Law

Jennifer Deleskie
Vice President, Business Development & Public Affairs
Membertou Development Corporation

Margaret Kenequanash
Chief Executive Officer
Wataynikaneyap Power

John Dunlop
Director of Environment, Lands, and Economic Development
Manager Indigenous Relations, Heritage and Museums
City of Mississauga

Gary Smith
Executive Vice President, Operations & Technology
Fortis Inc.

Stuart Randell
Director, Indigenous Equity Opportunities
MNP
2025 Key Topics
Reconciliation in Action: Innovative initiatives driving reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities.
Indigenous Governance and Economic Development: Building capacity and ensuring community-led growth.
Engagement and Accommodation: Moving beyond consultation to create meaningful engagement and building trust in Indigenous communities
Environmental Stewardship: Creating opportunities for ethical resource development while managing climate change and preserving cultural traditions
Cross-Jurisdictional Issues: Addressing interprovincial and intergovernmental collaboration on consultation processes.

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