Forging Social Change: Enhancing the Participation of Indigenous Businesses on Large Infrastructure (Recording)
Presented by the CBA Construction and Infrastructure Law Section
Cost
CBA members: $75
CBA Young Lawyer Members (<5 years): $65
CBA Student members: $25
Non-members: $165
Government: $105
Plus applicable taxes
In-House Counsel please contact pd@cba.org for assistance.
All sessions will be presented in English and French with simultaneous translation available. Presentation materials will be displayed in the language as submitted by the speakers.
This is the 4th webinar in the CBA Construction and Infrastructure Law Online Symposium. Registrants will receive an on-demand recording following each webcast. You can purchase the full online symposium at a package rate.
Friday, October 22, 2021 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM ET
11:00 am – 12:30 pm Forging Social Change: Enhancing the Participation of Indigenous Businesses on Large Infrastructure
In this presentation, the panelists will discuss best practices for enhancing the creation, growth and long-term viability of Indigenous businesses in the construction field. Topics will include:
- Creating and implementing effective policies and guidelines for incorporating Indigenous participation within government procurement processes.
- Building successful and respectful partnerships with Indigenous businesses.
- Contributing to enhancing socio-economic conditions in Indigenous communities.
Speakers:
Joanna Mullard, Indigenous Procurement & Business Development Manager, BC Hydro
Jessica Sultan, Director General, Economic and Busines Opportunities Branch, Indigenous Services Canada
George Hemeon, Principal, Hemeon Consulting Services Ltd, and President, TG Alliance Inc.
Philip Ducharme , Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
Moderator:
Alexandre-Philippe Avard, Hydro Quebec
