Crown-Indigenous Relations Minister Rebecca Alty delivers remarks at the 9th annual First Nations Major Projects Coalition Conference in Toronto. source

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 1, 2026) - Mark Podlasly, Chief Executive Officer, First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC), and members of the FNMPC team joined John McKenzie, Chief Executive Officer, TMX Group, to open the market. The ceremony marked the 9th Annual FNMPC Conference and highlighted the growing role of Indigenous leadership in Canada's economy.Cannot view this video? Visit:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wKDzGUHUkMRepresenting 198 First Nations, FNMPC provides...

Ontario Premier Doug Ford delivers remarks at the 9th annual First Nations Major Projects Coalition Conference in Toronto. source

Tim Hodgson, the federal minister of energy and natural resources, delivers opening remarks at the 9th annual First Nations Major Projects Coalition Conference in Toronto. source

BC’s Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions and BC Hydro have announced nine project recipients...

The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) has launched a compelling short video titled “Don’t Tickety Box Me,” urging governments and industry to move beyond transactional consultation and…

In this episode, we hear from Mark Podlasly, CEO of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and member of the Nlaka’pamux Nation in British Columbia. Mark speaks with Sinead Teevan from the OECD about how the FNMPC – now representing 175 Indigenous communities across Canada – is helping First Nations secure ownership in major energy and infrastructure projects. Listen now the podcast and be inspired by what’s possible when Indigenous leadership drives sustainable change #oecdpodcasts #oecd #betterpoliciesforbetterlives #podcasts

On the final day of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) conference in Toronto, which concluded April 29, co-emcee Jesse McCormick made a newsworthy announcement. He revealed FNMPC offic...

Investisseurs et politiciens ont pris part à la Conférence de la FNMPC pour favoriser l’accès au capital en lien avec les grands projets de développement.

Investisseurs et politiciens ont pris part à la Conférence de la FNMPC pour favoriser l’accès au capital.

What happens when First Nations take the lead in shaping the future of clean energy and infrastructure in Indigenous communities? In this episode, we hear from Mark Podlasly, CEO of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and member of the Nlaka’pamux Nation in British Columbia. He speaks with Sinead Teevan from the OECD about how the coalition is helping First Nations secure ownership in major energy and infrastructure projects. The FNMPC, now representing 175 communities across Canada, focuses on the economic, environmental, and public policy interests of its members. Listen to the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6ZJ3dhFkWk #oecd #ocde #cleanenergyfuture #globalinvestments #energytransition #greeneconomy

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Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - April 29, 2025) - Mark Podlasly, Chief Executive Officer, First Nations Major Projects Coalition ("FNMPC"), along with members representing over 170 First Nations across Canada, joined John McKenzie, Chief Executive Officer, TMX Group, to open the market to celebrate the 8th Annual FNMPC Conference.Cannot view this video? Visit:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NaPOAI2FSkThis year's event, themed "Valuing Reconciliation in Global Markets", focused on the...

Les conférenciers du rendez-vous annuel de la FNMPC ont insisté sur l’importance pour le Canada d'impliquer les Autochtones dans leurs projets d’exportations.

La première journée de la conférence de la FNMPC était axée sur les avantages du consentement préalable.

The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) hosted a pivotal event in Vancouver, attended by more than 1500 people. This ... Read more

What happens when First Nations take the lead in shaping the future of clean energy and infrastructure in Indigenous communities? In this episode, we hear from Mark Podlasly, CEO of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and member of the Nlaka’pamux Nation in British Columbia. He speaks with Sinead Teevan from the OECD about how the coalition is helping First Nations secure ownership in major energy and infrastructure projects. The FNMPC, now representing 175 communities across Canada, focuses on the economic, environmental, and public policy interests of its members. Together, they explore the power of Indigenous consent, the importance of equitable partnerships, and why integrating Indigenous values into policy and investment decisions isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s essential for reaching climate goals and long-term prosperity. With real-world examples, from clean energy projects to revenue-sharing agreements, this conversation highlights how economic reconciliation is not only possible, but already underway in Canada. Looking ahead, Mark shares a bold vision: Indigenous communities not only participating in, but leading, global investment through Indigenous-controlled capital. And the world is taking notice. Groups from Australia, New Zealand, the US, and Latin America are reaching out to learn how First Nations in Canada are achieving results. Host: Shayne MacLachlan, Public Affairs and Communications Manager at the OECD Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities Guests: Sinead Teevan is currently working as a Policy Consultant at the OECD, working on regional, rural and urban development. She is Indigenous from Curve Lake First Nation in Ontario, and has gained valuable experience in various roles, including as a Policy Intern at the Ministry of Energy in Ontario. Additionally, she been an active member of the Indigenous Student Association at Western University. Mark Podlasly, a member of the Nlaka’pamux Nation in British Columbia, is CEO of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) in Canada. FNMPC is a national organization of 175+ Indigenous communities working to ensure environmental and economic values are reflected in major projects on traditional territories. He has global experience leading large-scale energy and infrastructure projects and has delivered strategy programs for companies like Unilever and Goldman Sachs. A frequent contributor on Indigenous-industry economic reconciliation, his work spans ESG, climate policy, and governance. To learn more about policy area: https://www.oecd.org/en/topics/regional-rural-and-urban-development.html To learn more about the OECD, our global reach, and how to join us, go to www.oecd.org/about/ To keep up with latest at the OECD, visit www.oecd.org/ Get the latest OECD content delivered directly to your inbox! Subscribe to our newsletters: www.oecd.org/newsletters