Mark Podlasly on how Indigenous major projects ownership is just getting started

Mark Podlasly, Chief Executive Officer of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition, leads an organization that brings together more than 180 First Nations and groups who are involved in some of Canada’s largest infrastructure, energy, and resource development projects. His work focuses on supporting First Nations as owners and partners in major projects, engaging directly with industry, investors, and governments on execution, governance, and commercial participation. The FNMPC’s advocacy has helped establish Indigenous equity participation as a standard feature of major projects across Canada, and played a key role in advancing the creation of Canada’s Indigenous loan guarantee program.About Breakthrough NationBreakthrough Nation spotlights people whose ambition, grit, and sense of duty are moving Canada forward. I’m Karen Restoule, and each episode features leaders delivering real results across regions and sectors.About Series 1.Series #1 goes deep with people who are redefining what major project development looks like in Canada. You’ll hear from people who have had to work hard for citizen buy-in, build investor confidence, negotiate through political uncertainty – and still deliver results. They understand that project ownership is the foundation for long-term prosperity and lasting influence – and that economic sovereignty is built through action.Series #1 is presented in collaboration with the Macdonald Laurier Institute.Make sure you subscribe to never miss an episode.Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on: iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.WATCH podcasts in video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakthroughNationCAThank you for joining us on Breakthrough Nation podcast.Follow along at:YouTube:    / @breakthroughnationca  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakthroughnationTwitter: @ambitionandgritInstagram: @breakthroughnationcaFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakthroughnation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.