Canadian Indigenous Investment

    Building Bridges:
    Indigenous Partnerships in Infrastructure

    View all Insights and Perspectives

    Building Bridges:
    Indigenous Partnerships
    in Infrastructure

    View all Insights and Perspectives

    Wayne Lee, Robert Todd and Olly Alexander delved into the collaboration between financial institutions and Indigenous communities, showcasing how infrastructure projects could empower communities while honouring Indigenous sovereignty.

    The valuable insights into the intricate dynamics of these collaborations provided a whole new perspective in understanding economic growth, cultural integrity, and empowerment of Indigenous peoples so they could take ownership of their futures. From real-world examples and success stories, the discussion highlighted the positive impact of respectful partnerships between financial institutions and Indigenous communities.

    Core Benefits

    20240318 - Brand Asset 17 - gigCMO
    Through insightful discussions and real-world examples, gain a deeper understanding of how these collaborations are forged, nurtured, and sustained to create meaningful impact and drive positive change.
    20240318 - Brand Asset 4 - gigCMO
    Explore how infrastructure initiatives, when designed and implemented with sensitivity and respect, can serve as catalysts for economic development, social empowerment, and environmental stewardship within Indigenous territories. Through case studies and firsthand accounts, get to know the multifaceted ways in which infrastructure projects contribute to community resilience, self-determination, and sustainable livelihoods.
    20240318 - Brand Asset 15 - gigCMO-1
    Learn how to navigate the complexities of cross-cultural engagement and leverage the strengths of each partner to co-create infrastructure solutions that deliver lasting benefits for all stakeholders involved.

    About the Speakers

    About the Speakers

    Wayne Lee

    Wayne Lee

    Managing Director and Head, Europe & Asia Pacific Region, CIBC Capital Markets

    Lynn Parsons will chair our panel, bringing her extensive expertise in project finance and secured lending. Recognised for her work in advising both financial institutions and borrowers, especially in the energy, infrastructure, and mining sectors, Lynn's leadership is pivotal in high-profile transactions that shape the industry.

    Robert Todd

    Robert Todd

    Managing Director in Energy, Infrastructure & Transition Group

    Robert Todd brings a wealth of expertise to the CIBC Capital Markets team, fuelled by a passion for driving renewable energy and facilitating the global transition to sustainable practices. With a solid background in infrastructure, Robert is excited to leverage his skills in expanding CIBC's renewables and energy transition capabilities.

    In a world where environmental concerns are taking centre stage, Robert recognises the urgency of achieving net zero targets. He is dedicated to guiding clients through the complexities of evolving market conditions to help them realise their energy transition objectives.

    At CIBC, Robert's daily mission is to cultivate trusted partnerships by offering innovative advisory and capital raising solutions from a global perspective. With a focus on delivering tangible results, he is committed to supporting clients on their transformative journeys towards a more sustainable future.

    Olly Alexander

    Olly Alexander

    CEO, Innagreen

    With over 27 years of international experience in investing and financing energy and infrastructure real assets, Olly Alexander has been an important figure in the renewable energy sector for the past 17 years. Holding senior executive management roles, he has successfully built three businesses from the ground up, including Global Energy Transportation at Lloyds Bank.

    UK Energy Investments at Santander, and Cubico, launched as a partnership between Santander, OTPP, and PSP. Recently, he co-founded the Innagreen Investments platform, boasting achievements such as the Bekevar wind farm (205MW) in Saskatchewan in partnership with Cowessess First Nation.

    OPTION 3

    Don’t miss an episode – Subscribe to our podcast! 

    Listen to invaluable insights from industry leaders. Join our podcast to delve deeper into the world of Indigenous communities, investments, and more. Don't miss an episode - follow our podcast today.

    Don’t miss an episode – Subscribe to our podcast! 

    Listen to invaluable insights from industry leaders. Join our podcast, Drumbeats, to delve deeper into the world of Indigenous communities, investments, and more. Don't miss an episode - follow our podcast today.

    OPTION 3