Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference

Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference Join us to learn about and discuss the many economic and social opportunities that exist for Indigenous communities and resource-based businesses.

Join us for the Rez Dog Walkers: After Dark Reception at the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference.Following...
06/01/2026

Join us for the Rez Dog Walkers: After Dark Reception at the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference.

Following the day’s programming, this evening reception on Thursday, June 4, from 8 - 10 PM at the Coast Bastion Hotel will offer a relaxed space to connect with conference delegates.

Learn more about the podcast: https://www.bciroc.ca/podcast/
Register for IROC 2026: https://www.bciroc.ca/registration/

A sincere thank you to all of our 2026 sponsors for their support of the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conferen...
06/01/2026

A sincere thank you to all of our 2026 sponsors for their support of the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference!

Your sponsorship of the conference helps bring together Indigenous communities, industry, and government to support meaningful dialogue, relationship-building, and collaboration across the resource sector.

Registration is still available for IROC 2026 at https://lnkd.in/gzdVdrR.

With IROC 2026 fast approaching, we would like to extend a huge thank you to our Gold Sponsors, Clean Energy Association...
05/29/2026

With IROC 2026 fast approaching, we would like to extend a huge thank you to our Gold Sponsors, Clean Energy Association of British Columbia (CEBC) and NorthIsle Copper and Gold Inc., for their support of the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference.

Your commitment helps make meaningful conversations and connections across Indigenous partnerships, industry, and resource development possible.

Learn more and register for IROC 2026: https://www.bciroc.ca/registration/

Join us on Thursday, June 4, 6:00 – 8:00 PM for an evening of connection, culture, and conversation, featuring a keynote...
05/29/2026

Join us on Thursday, June 4, 6:00 – 8:00 PM for an evening of connection, culture, and conversation, featuring a keynote address by Bill Lomax, President and CEO of the First Nations Bank of Canada.

The evening will include a cultural performance, dinner, and prayer.

A member of the Gitxsan Nation, Bill Lomax began his career as a lawyer facilitating land claim negotiations for the BC Treaty Commission before going on to earn his MBA at Columbia University and spend 22 years working on Wall Street in private equity, with roles at firms Merrill Lynch and Goldman Sachs. He now leads the First Nations Bank of Canada, with a vision of building economic growth that is inclusive and sustainable for Indigenous Nations and communities across Canada.

With a career spanning Indigenous law, finance, and resource investment, Bill brings a rare perspective on what it takes to build equitable partnerships between Indigenous Nations and Canada's resource sector, making him the ideal voice for our Keynote Dinner.

Please note: Tickets for the Keynote Dinner are available separately from general conference registration.

Don't miss out - register now at https://www.bciroc.ca/registration/

We are excited to announce that Premier David Eby will be speaking at the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Confere...
05/28/2026

We are excited to announce that Premier David Eby will be speaking at the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in Nanaimo, B.C. on Wednesday, June 3 from 4:30 –5:00 pm, ahead of the Opening Reception.

Premier Eby will join conversations around Indigenous partnerships, economic development, and the future of resource opportunities in British Columbia alongside Indigenous leaders, industry, government, and communities from across the province.

We look forward to welcoming Premier Eby to this year’s conference.

You can register for IROC 2026 at https://www.bciroc.ca/

Nolan Rudkowsky, Indigenous Relations Coordinator at Woodfibre LNG, works to build and maintain meaningful relationships...
05/27/2026

Nolan Rudkowsky, Indigenous Relations Coordinator at Woodfibre LNG, works to build and maintain meaningful relationships between Woodfibre LNG and Indigenous communities, ensuring engagement is ongoing, respectful, and reflective of community priorities throughout the life of the project.

His work in sustained Indigenous engagement and relationship-building will be reflected in conversations at the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference.

Don’t miss out - register now at https://www.bciroc.ca/registration/

Seraphine Lewis is Gender and Cultural Safety Trainer at Woodfibre LNG, where she works to foster a safe and culturally ...
05/27/2026

Seraphine Lewis is Gender and Cultural Safety Trainer at Woodfibre LNG, where she works to foster a safe and culturally aware environment on site, providing training that helps workers understand and respect Indigenous culture while also addressing gender safety.

Seraphine will bring perspective from her experience in cultural awareness and workplace safety to discussions at the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference.

Register today: https://www.bciroc.ca/registration/

Blake M. is Senior Manager, External Relations at FortisBC, where he leads Indigenous, municipal, and community relation...
05/26/2026

Blake M. is Senior Manager, External Relations at FortisBC, where he leads Indigenous, municipal, and community relations for the Eagle Mountain–Woodfibre Gas Pipeline Project.

Since joining FortisBC in 2017, Blake has led consultation and engagement efforts for major infrastructure projects across British Columbia. His work focuses on building long-term relationships with Indigenous Nations and communities while navigating regulatory processes and supporting shared project priorities.

His experience in engagement, infrastructure development, and Indigenous relations aligns closely with the conversations taking place at the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference.

Learn more and register today: https://www.bciroc.ca/registration/

The Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference has a new look. The updated brand was built with intention, incorporati...
05/25/2026

The Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference has a new look. The updated brand was built with intention, incorporating a new logo featuring artwork by Kwakwaka'wakw artist Cole Speck and typography that supports Indigenous language characters. It reflects the depth of dialogue this conference has fostered over the years and our commitment to the conversations still ahead. Our website has been completely redesigned to match the new look. We invite you to see what is new and join us June 3-5 in Nanaimo, B.C at the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference.

https://www.bciroc.ca/

We're delighted to announce Helijet International Inc. as a Travel Partner for the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunitie...
05/21/2026

We're delighted to announce Helijet International Inc. as a Travel Partner for the 10th Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference!

Travel between Vancouver, Victoria, and Nanaimo aboard Helijet and enjoy a scenic journey across the Salish Sea, with views of the Gulf and San Juan Islands along the way.

Delegates receive 30% off Full Fare flights between Vancouver and Nanaimo from June 1–7 using code BCIROC26.

Learn more and plan your trip: https://www.bciroc.ca/venueandaccommodation/

*Not valid with SALE, Ultra, or Flash fares.

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