Ep. 516: Weaving Two Worlds

Guest: Christy Smith and Michael McPhie

“The key to the Canadian economy is in the hands of First Nations,” says Christy Smith and Michael McPhie in their book, “Weaving Two Worlds,” a guide to economic reconciliation.

According to Smith, “The intent of the book is to help First Nations, governments, and companies work together in the development of natural resources.”

McPhie says, “We believe the resource sector and the people within it have a meaningful role to play in advancing reconciliation. Done right, the outcome will be greater social, environmental and economic well-being for all.”

One court decision after another has been shaping the way Canada can and does develop its resources. According to Smith and McPhie, “Now is the time to create opportunities that provide First Nations access to the economic opportunities that will create ownership, employment, funds for education and will combat poverty.

We invited Christy Smith and Michael McPhie to join us for a Conversation That Matters about the path forward, together.

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