Session Details
This session examines how Indigenous participation in major remediation, reclamation and infrastructure projects can move beyond consultation and procurement opportunities toward long-term economic participation and project delivery.
Drawing on experiences from the Northwest Territories, the session explores the practical conditions required for Indigenous governments, economic development corporations and businesses to successfully compete, secure contracts and deliver in complex project environments.
Topics include governance and organizational effectiveness, business and workforce readiness, procurement preparedness, strategic partnerships and the role of targeted capacity-building investments.
3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Beyond participation: Indigenous business readiness in the northern remediation economy