13. Jeff Gaulin
An episode of the Indigenous Voices in Resource Development Podcast podcast, hosted by Indigenous Resource Network, titled "13. Jeff Gaulin" was published on May 13, 2025 and runs 43 minutes.
May 13, 2025 ·43m · Indigenous Voices in Resource Development Podcast
Summary
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 decades of experience in natural resources and public policy, Jeffshares his perspective on how the industry is evolving and why Indigenous inclusion is key to its long-term success.Together, they explore the role of technology in drivingmore efficient and responsible development, the need for trust and meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities, and how representation in leadershipcan shape a more inclusive and resilient sector. Jeff also reflects on his Métis heritage, the importance of partnerships, and the growing opportunitiesfor Indigenous communities, especially the next generation of leaders, to play a central role in shaping the future of Canada’s natural resource sector.A grounded, forward-looking conversation at the crossroadsof resource development, reconciliation, and real progress.Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your network!
Episode Description
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 decades of experience in natural resources and public policy, Jeffshares his perspective on how the industry is evolving and why Indigenous inclusion is key to its long-term success.
Together, they explore the role of technology in drivingmore efficient and responsible development, the need for trust and meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities, and how representation in leadershipcan shape a more inclusive and resilient sector. Jeff also reflects on his Métis heritage, the importance of partnerships, and the growing opportunitiesfor Indigenous communities, especially the next generation of leaders, to play a central role in shaping the future of Canada’s natural resource sector.
A grounded, forward-looking conversation at the crossroadsof resource development, reconciliation, and real progress.
Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your network!
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