Andre Xavier
Snr Manager, Natural Resource, Indigenous Partnern,
Catalyste+
Chilliwack,
Canada
Dr. André Xavier is Senior Manager, Natural Resources, Indigenous Partnerships and Sustainable Development at Catalyste+, where he works with Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations, governments, communities, and industry partners to strengthen governance, build capacity, and advance sustainable economic development.
With over 20 years of international experience across more than 35 countries, he works at the intersection of natural resource governance, economic development, and responsible mining. His work focuses on building cross-sector partnerships, strengthening local economic opportunities, supporting entrepreneurship, and promoting long-term community resilience.
Dr. Xavier holds a Ph.D. in Mining Engineering from the University of British Columbia, where he is also an Honorary Assistant Professor. He is co-editor of the Routledge volume Sustainable Mining Governance, which explores international perspectives on responsible mining governance, social performance, and post-mining transitions.
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