In our latest episode of Rez Dog Walkers, we dive deep into the realities of First Nations reconciliation and the ongoing impact of residential schools. Join us for an honest discussion that needs to be heard! @Dallas4BC . Watch the full recording:

This week at IROC, Steven Stark, President and CEO of TSI – Tsawwassen Shuttles Inc., shares his entrepreneurial journey and the growth of Indigenous-led transportation services in Metro Vancouver.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us this week. The conversations do not end here.

The 2025 Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference is off to a powerful start. From yesterday’s moving opening reception to a full day of meaningful conversations and powerful panels, Indigenous leadership is front and centre. We’re grateful to everyone who has joined us!

Keynote Dinner – David Walkem .We’re proud to welcome Chief David Walkem, former Chief of Cook’s Ferry Indian Band and Sr. Manager of Strategic Partnerships with the Invasive Species Council, as the keynote speaker for Thursday’s dinner.

Thanks to our Registration Sponsor, DP World .DP World is a leading provider of end-to-end supply chain solutions. Wherever they operate, they are committed to building strong relationships with communities, including their successful collaboration with Snuneymuxw First Nation.

We’re proud to have Woodfibre LNG as a key supporter of our event. Woodfibre LNG is dedicated to reconciliation and actively collaborates with Squamish Nation to realize shared goals of cultural and environmental preservation as they advance the Woodfibre LNG Project.

Á'a:líya Warbus, MLA for Chilliwack-Cultus Lake and House Leader with the BC Conservative Caucus, will take the stage as our Friday Luncheon keynote speaker. We’re looking forward to her powerful voice and leadership in the closing session.

Thanks to our Gold Sponsors. We’re proud to recognize Clean Energy Association of BC (CEBC), Domtar, and Western Forest Products for their generous support of IROC 2025.

Booker Cornea, Market Lead (National), Commercial Banking at First Nations Bank of Canada, and Kris Smith, Lead, Community Banking – Lending Solutions at Business Development Bank of Canada, will discuss Indigenous financial solutions on Friday.

Thanks to our Keynote Luncheon Sponsors.Learn more: Mosaic Forest Management is proud to be part of IROC. Learn more:

Dallas Smith, President of Nanwakolas Council, moderates a discussion on building stronger forestry partnerships. Panelists include Hon. Ravi Parmar (Minister of Forests, BC), Kim Haakstad (President and CEO, COFI), and Chief Councillor John Jack (Huu-ay-aht First Nations).

We’re almost there - the Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference kicks off in just two days. Join us for meaningful conversations, new connections, and exciting opportunities. We can’t wait to welcome you!.📍 Vancouver Island Conference Centre.📅 June 18-20, 2025

We are pleased to recognize the Honorable Ravi Parmar, BC Minister of Forests as he outlines his vision for the future of forestry in British Columbia during Friday’s keynote address.

Moderator Sharon Singh, will lead a insightful discussion on what’s been learned since BC’s updated environmental assessment process came into effect. Panelists include: . Nathan Braun. Scott Bailey . Tamlyn Botel. Jennifer Campbell

Thanks to our Silver Sponsors. We’re grateful to our Silver Sponsors for their support of IROC 2025:. BC Timber Sales, Canadian Pipeline Advisory Council, COEJATC, BC Council of Forest Industries, Malahat Dynamic Ocean Consulting Ltd., Mowi, and Parkland Corporation.

This week, Paul Kariya, leads a discussion on Indigenous leadership in carbon offsetting. Panelists Dallas Smith, Dani Warren, Adria Fradley, and Michael Berends (CEO & Co-Founder, ClearBlue Markets) will discuss sustainable carbon markets.

Thanks to our Session Sponsor, A&A Trading Ltd .A&A Trading Ltd provides innovative trading and logistics solutions, supporting the industry through their sponsorship. To learn more about our sponsor, visit:

Thanks to our Artwork Sponsor, BC Building Trades .BC Building Trades represents skilled workers in the construction and building trades across BC. They are dedicated to diversifying the workplace and including underrepresented workers like women and Indigenous workers.

Economic Reconciliation and Community Voices: A Fireside Chat on Woodfibre LNG . Selena Basi, VP, Government and External Relations​, Woodfibre LNG, moderates a conversation with Chief Ian Campbell, MBA and Deanna Lewis, Cultural Ambassador, both of Squamish Nation.