Wednesday, February 18, 2026
People Moves: January 2026
All the biggest hires, promotions and appointments in the Canadian public infrastructure sector. Joel Melanson has been appointed Director of Engineering, Design and Construction for…
First Nations Major Projects Coalition
FNMPC releases resource to support Indigenous-led assessment
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and Firelight announced the release of a new co-published primer: ‘An Introduction to Indigenous Led Assessment: Key Considerations and…
FNMPC makes case for improving impact assessment efficiency and effectiveness
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) announced the release of their primer on Improving Impact Assessment Efficiency & Effectiveness – a new discussion paper offering practical, Indigenous-informed…
Government of Canada introduces legislation to advance nation-building projects
The Government of Canada has introduced new legislation, One Canadian Economy: An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and…
Day 1 at the First Nations Major Projects Coalition’s Annual Conference
Indigenous nations—both in Canada and around the world—are increasingly influencing global businesses, particularly in natural resources and foreign investments. The First Nations Major Projects Coalition…
Canada celebrates launch of the $5B Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program
The Government of Canada announced the launch of the $5-billion Indigenous Loan Guarantee Program, in addition to announcing an additional $6.2-million investment in seven Indigenous-led…
FNMPC announces passing of executive director and CEO Niilo Edwards
It is with profound sadness that the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) shared the passing of Chief Executive Officer, Niilo Edwards, ICD.D, after a…
A Seat at the Table
Indigenous equity participation in infrastructure is key to achieving net-zero and reconciliation Canada will not achieve Indigenous reconciliation or reach net-zero carbon emissions without Indigenous…
Federal government lays out ambitious housing plans in Budget 2024
The federal government’s Budget 2024, previewed with numerous announcements over the past few weeks, not surprisingly was heavy with housing-related spending, with Justin Trudeau’s Liberals…
New partnership between FNMPC and U of Ottawa’s Positive Energy (PE) Program
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and the University of Ottawa’s Positive Energy (PE) program announced the launch of a new partnership between the…
Advance projects with full Indigenous participation: First Nations Major Projects Coalition
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC), representing its 140+ member nations, led a multi-sector delegation in Ottawa to advocate for the introduction of a National…
FNMPC conference showcases importance of Indigenous-led infrastructure projects
More than 1,500 people gathered in Vancouver at the First Nations Major Projects Coalition’s (FNMPC) annual conference showcasing how the inclusion of Indigenous nations throughout…
FNMPC conference to share Indigenous values defining our sustainable future
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition’s The Values Driven Economy (TVDE) conference taking place April 24-25 at the Westin, Bayshore, Vancouver, will provide an Indigenous-led…
FNMPC leads new coalition in support of global and domestic climate change
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC), First Nations Climate Initiative (FNCI), and the Business Council of British Columbia (BCBC) announced a coalition to invest…
Going Green: Harnessing green energy to achieve net-zero
As Canada sets out on a transformative journey to reach net-zero GHG emissions by 2050, we need a powerful boost from wind energy, solar energy,…
Cenovus joins First Nations Major Projects Coalition’s Sustaining Partners Program
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) announced Cenovus Energy Inc. (Cenovus) as a new member of its Sustaining Partners Program. The program furthers FNMPC’s ability…
FNMPC releases Toward Net Zero by 2050 post-conference report
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition announced the release of the Toward Net Zero by 2050 post-conference report, “The only road to net zero runs…
IBI Group joins FNMPC’s Sustaining Partners Program
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) announced IBI Group as a new member of its Sustaining Partners Program. The program furthers FNMPC’s ability to…
FNMPC launches member-owned, professional consulting practice
The FNMPC Advisory Centre has been established to provide Indigenous-focused strategic advisory on capital projects and ESG guidance to the private sector, public sector, and…
Funding to help FNMPC to advance Indigenous participation in natural resource projects
Natural Resources Canada announced $13.5 million in funding for the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) as part of the Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships (INRP)…
Task force calls on provinces to spearhead electrification strategy for Canada
Electrifying Canada, a business-led task force aimed at accelerating electrification across the nation, is calling on Canada’s premiers—through the Council of the Federation—to spearhead the development and…
First Nations announce equity share in NL offshore energy project
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) and Miawpukek First Nation (MFN) announced plans to work together towards increased equity participation in the LNG Newfoundland…
First Nations Major Projects Coalition appoints strategic advisor
The First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) of the Coast Salish Territory in Vancouver, British Columbia announced the appointment of JP Gladu as a strategic…