Indigenous Voices in Resource Development Podcast

This episode of Indigenous Voices and ResourceDevelopment brings together three Indigenous professionals working in and alongside the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) to talk about theirroles in the nuclear sector and how they engage with communities on nuclear. Through their personal journeys, Greg Plain, SeniorEngagement Officer at NWMO; Brittany Jones, Manager of Indigenous Assessme...

What does it take for Indigenous Nations to move from beingconsulted on energy projects to actually owning the power system - and the benefits that come with it? Guy Lonechild, member of White Bear First Nation andPresident and CEO of the First Nations Power Authority (FNPA), joins the podcast to unpack the path to Indigenous energy sovereignty and the policy barriers that continue to slow progres...

In this episode of Indigenous Voices in Resource Development , host John Desjarlais sits down with Crystal Smith, former Chief Councillor of the Haisla Nation. They talk about Crystal’s leadership journey, her role in transformative projects like Cedar LNG, and her advocacy for responsible resource development. Crystal shares personal stories about overcoming challenges,building consensus, and the...

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Chana Martineau, CEO of the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation, Board Director at Cenovus Energy, and proud member of Frog Lake First Nation. Chana leads a groundbreaking organization that's transforming Indigenous economic participation in resource development through loan guarantees and capacityfunding. With 30 years of experience in finan...

John Desjarlais sits down with JP Gladu—principal of Mokwateh and former President of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business—for a wide-ranging conversation recorded in JP’s home territory of Sand Point First Nation. They discuss the impact of displacement and the long path back to the land, the role of Indigenous governance in economic development, and the importance of informed consent in...

In this episode of Indigenous Voices in Resource Development , host John Desjarlais sits down with Kaella-Marie Earle, a professional engineer at Enbridge, from Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory and Aroland First Nation. Kaella shares how her upbringing in Sudbury — a region shaped by mining and environmental challenges — informed her path into engineering and energy. She reflects on her family's res...

In this episode, John Desjarlais sits down with Jeff Gaulinfrom Toronto and is a member of the Métis Nation of Ontario. He serves as the Global Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Vale Base Metals— a Canadian-based global critical minerals company working to accelerate the energy transition and strengthen national energy security, and as a Board Member of the Mining Association of Canada. With...

In Episode 12 of the Indigenous Voices in Resource Development podcast, host John Desjarlais speaks with Shawn McDonald, a proud Métis from the Kikino Métis Settlement near Lac la Biche, Alberta. Shawn is the Chairman of the IRN board, a founding member of the IRN, the President and founding member of the Resource One Aboriginal Business Association (ROABA), and the sole owner of Black Scorpion Co...

In Episode 11 of the Indigenous Voices in Resource Development podcast, John Desjarlais speaks with Rob Martell, a Lead Mechanical Engineer from Saskatoon and a proud member of Waterhen Lake First Nation. With a career spanning maintenance, design, construction, and project management, Rob brings a unique perspective on innovation and efficiency in the resource sector. Rob and John discuss the imp...

On Episode 10 of Indigenous Voices in Resource Development, you’ll hear from Derrick Pattenden! Derrick is the Chief Investment Officer at Nations Royalty, a royalty company focused on creating royalty diversification for Indigenous people. His background is in mining engineering and investment banking. He is a member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte Nation and is currently living in Vancouver,...

In the 9th episode of the Indigenous Voices in Resource Development Podcast, we sit down with Isaiah Robinson, the Deputy Chief Councillor of the Kitasoo Xai'xais Nation and CEO of the Kitasoo Development Corporation. Since returning to his homeland in 2016, Isaiah has been instrumental in driving economic progress, starting with his work in managing the Housing and Public Works Department. Wi...

This episode of Indigenous voices in resource development features Amanda Robert, a proud Metis woman, with roots in southern Manitoba that follow the Pembina River to the Turtle Mountain Chippewa Band of North Dakota. Amanda left home at a young age, traveling overseas and spending a good amount of time in Australia where she developed a keen awareness of the challenges Australia’s Indigenous peo...

Episode 6 of our podcast, Indigenous Voices in Resource Development, is now available to stream on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube! In this episode, Justin Herman, a proud member of Chard Metis Nation, shares his career accomplishments in both Indigenous affairs, economics, and governance. He is proud to call Fort McMurray his home and is fluent in dene.

Episode 5 of our podcast “Indigenous Voices in Resource Development” is now live! In this episode, John interviews Roger Lewis, an Indigenous forester from Squamish Nation. Roger is superintended of special projects at Nch'Kay' developments. Rogers passion for land stewardship and responsible development shines through his interview. Find the podcast on Spotify and Apple Music

Episode 4 of our podcast “Indigenous Voices in Resource Development” is now live! In this episode, John interviews Justin Bourque, an avid trapper and President of the Athabasca Indigenous Investment Corporation. Justin shares details of his professional journey, family connections to the land and how the impact of the oil and gas industry in his community translates into empowerment, self-determi...

Jeff is a member of the Flying Dust First Nation and a recruitment and retention specialist with Meadow Lake Tribal Council Industrial Investments. On top of his work in recruiting, Jeff has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to MLTCII's forestry operations. We are excited to tell more about Jeff's story and provide a platform to showcase his success in the forestry industry.

Welcome to "Indigenous Voices in Resource Development," where we delve into the unique perspectives and experiences of Indigenous workers shaping the landscape of resource development. In this episode, we are honored to feature Mike Young, a dynamic leader with a remarkable journey from Cumberland House, Saskatchewan. Growing up immersed in the rich culture of his community, Mike is flue...

The first episode of the Indigenous Voices in Resource Development podcast explores the story, challenges, and successes of Taryn Roske a JBS Operator with Cameco based out of La Ronge Saskatchewan. Taryn Roske was born and raised and currently resides in La Ronge and is a member of the Lac La Ronge Indian band. Beginning work at Rabbit Lake until the summer of 2016 when Cameco made the decision t...