Drumbeats - Canadian Indigenous Investment Podcast
Episodes
What 200 Investors Heard at London's Canadian Indigenous Investment Summit
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly two hundred investors, lenders, and project principals gathered at the London Stock Exchange for the third annual Canadian Indigenous Investmen...
Dan Adams, BMO: Why Capital Markets Are Indigenous Finance's Next Phase
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In 2025, the Bank of Montreal elevated its Indigenous banking operation from a specialist unit into a dedicated enterprise-wide function - the BMO Off...
The Traditional Playbook Is Not Working: CIIS 2026
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The old investment rules are no longer enough to protect capital in this new market with greater macro volatility. With the oil crisis ongoing, the g...
Nukik Corporation's Anne-Raphaëlle Audouin: Connecting Nunavut to the Continental Grid
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In April 2025, the Premiers of Manitoba and Nunavut signed a joint declaration to create a strategic energy and economic corridor between the two juri...
Nukik Corporation's Anne-Raphaëlle Audouin: First Arctic Electricity Developer on the Grid
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Nunavut is 20% of Canada's landmass. It has no roads, no transmission lines and no physical connection to the rest of the nation. Every watt of electr...
Jon Davey: Why Canada's Biggest Projects Can't Get Built Without Indigenous Capital
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For institutional investors, infrastructure fund managers, and senior advisors evaluating Canadian project opportunities, the question is no longer wh...
Jon Davey: Why Scotiabank Bet on Canada's Indigenous Economy
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For senior investment bankers, infrastructure fund managers, and institutional investors building a picture of Canada's Indigenous economy, understand...
Tracee Smith: The On-Reserve Lending Gap and the Private Credit Opportunity
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Canada has a housing crisis in its Indigenous communities that has run for fifty years. The federal government's social housing programme - capped at ...
$200M Indigenous Growth Strategy: Scaling Beyond Oil Sands with Nicole Bourque-Bouchier
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Canada Indigenous business growth, oil sands investment opportunities, and Truth and Reconciliation economic impact explained by Nicole Bourque, CEO o...
From $250K Loss to $200M Revenues: Nicole Bourque-Bouchier on Scaling Indigenous Partnership Models for Institutional Investment
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this first part of our conversation, Nicole Bourque-Bouchier walks through a story that starts with checking her company's first year-end financial...
Jeffery Cyr on Outcomes Funds: Impact With Global Capital Now Paying Attention
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode breaks down Indigenous investment, global capital markets, outcomes financing and where the next wave of Indigenous-led impact is heading...
Indigenous Outcomes Investing: Jeff Cyr’s $50M Fund, Fast Deployment & Investor Returns
29 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
OUTCOMES FINANCE | INDIGENOUS INVESTMENT | COMMUNITY CAPITAL This episode breaks down how Indigenous communities are accelerating infrastructure, fina...
First Nation Partnerships in the Nuclear Supply Chain Represent a Huge Opportunity
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode breaks down Indigenous investment strategy in Saskatchewan’s critical minerals and nuclear sector—including uranium, small modular re...
Indigenous Investment in Canada: The National Indigenous Economic Strategy Explained
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode examines Indigenous investment in Canada, institutional capital, and Indigenous partnerships, as well as why Indigenous-led finance is no...
Emily Black: Why Indigenous Partnerships Are Now Core Corporate Strategy
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Canada's largest Indigenous equity partnerships aren't happening by accident - they're the result of deliberate corporate strategy, government support...
Best of Drumbeats 2025: Looking Back to Move Forward
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mark and Rob kick off 2026 by exploring the Canadian levée tradition, tracing its origins back to 1606 and highlighting how Indigenous participation ...
Year-End Reflections: Indigenous Leadership, Capital, and Community
25 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Christmas episode, Mark Magnacca and Rob Brant revisit the pivotal moments of 2025 that redefined the Canadian Indigenous investment l...
Real Assets & Private Equity: Siksika Nation's $1B Investment Strategy
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Part Two of our conversation with Chief Ouray Crowfoot, the former CFO and Chief of Siksika Nation reveals exactly how billion-dollar First Nations...
Strategic Advantage: Why Siksika Nation Should Be Canada's Wealthiest
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why would a KPMG and Ernst & Young alumnus leave corporate America to become Chief of a First Nation in Alberta? Because Chief Ouray Crowfoot saw ...
How Hydro One Networks Inc. Turned Indigenous Partners Into Project Advocates
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ontario is doubling its transmission grid by 2040 through Indigenous equity partnerships - and doing it faster than jurisdictions still treating Indig...
Partnership Approach to International Markets - Aude Rajonson, LSEG
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do indigenous communities actually access Europe's £400 billion sustainable bond market? Part 2 provides the implementation roadmap.Aude Rajonson...
The US$400BN Sustainable Bond Market of the London Stock Exchange Explained: Aude Rajonson, LSEG
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The London Stock Exchange's sustainable bond market represents $400 billion in securities across 16 currencies, serving 1,200+ debt issuers from 90+ c...
De-Risking Infrastructure: Juan Dumas on Applying learnings from the Indigenous Peoples of Canada in Latin America
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this landmark episode of Drumbeats, we step beyond Canada for the first time to explore how Canadian Indigenous partnership models are transforming...
Unpacking Carney's Budget: New Direction, Old Deficits, and the Pivot Beyond the US
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Magnacca and co-host Rob Brant analyse Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney's first federal budget hours after delivery, focusing on Indigenous-sp...
You Can't Legislate Trust: Michael McPhie on Partnership Success
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mark Magnacca and co-host Rob Brant are joined by Michael McPhie, Executive Chairman and Founding Partner at Falkirk Consulting. Mich...
From Grizzlies to Global Markets: Dallas Smith on Indigenous Tourism and Economic Renewal
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Drumbeats episode, Mark Magnacca and Rob Brant are joined by Dallas Smith, President of Na̲nwak̲olas Council and former Chair of Coast Funds...
Catherine Pennington on Driving Indigenous Partnerships and Unlocking Investment Through KPMG’s Truth and Reconciliation Plan
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mark Magnacca and co-host Robert Brant are joined by Catherine Pennington, Director of Indigenous Advisory Services at KPMG. Catherin...
From Peach and Friendship to the Supreme Court: The Mi'kmaq Treaties and the Marshall Decision that Changed Canada
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Drumbeats, hosts Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant speak with Bernd Christmas, KC, Principal at Bernd Christmas Law Group (BCLG). The ...
Indigenous Leadership in Business and Resource Development with JP Gladu
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant are joined by Jean Paul (JP) Gladu, Board Member of the Indigenous Advisory Council and Principa...
Bernd Christmas KC On 30 Years of Law, Leadership, and Billion-Dollar First Nations Projects
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Mark Magnacca and co-host Robert Brant are joined by Bernd Christmas, KC, Principal at Bernd Christmas Law Group (BCLG). With nearly ...
$60B Potential Investment: LNG to Nuclear Projects Need Indigenous Partnership for Success
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our conversation explores Prime Minister Mark Carney's announcement of five nation-building projects generating $60 billion for the Canadian economy, ...
Arctic Infrastructure Billions: Natan Obed on Canada's Largest Indigenous Investment Territory
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our conversation explores specific multi-billion dollar projects, including the Grays Bay Road and Port development and the Kivalliq Hydrofibre Link, ...
$10B Indigenous Loan Guarantee Programme Fuels Major Capital Access For Nation-Led Projects
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Bonshor, CPA, CMA, and newly appointed board chair of the Canadian Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corporation (CILGC), discussed the organisation's...
Flowing River Capital: Thomas Benjoe on Indigenous-Led Private Equity & Investment Strategy
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thomas Benjoe, CEO of Flowing River Capital, discusses how Canada’s first Indigenous-led private equity fund fuels investment.In this interview, he ...
Inside the Commonwealth's Most Dynamic Business Network: How CWEIC Facilitates Partnerships Across 56 Countries
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
CWEIC drives trade across Commonwealth nations, linking rich countries like Australia and the UK with global markets and Indigenous innovation.In this...
Inside The Room: Featured Summit Conversations and 2026 Direction
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Preview the priorities, themes, and strategic direction of Summit 2026, from critical minerals to Arctic defence, energy, and infrastructure. In this ...
FNFA's Jody Anderson: Indigenous Finance Innovation & Investment Partnership Strategies
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Indigenous-led finance meets institutional capital: FNFA's Jody Anderson reveals how First Nations are reshaping Canada's investment landscape.In this...
Bill C-5 & Indigenous Investment: Regulatory Changes Impacting Corporate Partnerships
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Carney's policy influence meets Bill C-5: How regulatory shifts are reshaping Indigenous-corporate investment partnerships in Canada.In this epis...
How Chana Martineau Champions Indigenous Investment and Economic Reconciliation
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chana Martineau, CEO of the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation, joins Co-Chairs Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant to discuss how Indigenous co...
How Indigenous Leadership Fuels Clean Energy: Matt Jamieson on Economic Impact
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Jamieson, CEO of Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation, shares how Canada’s largest First Nation is generating transformationa...
How the Grays Bay Road and Port Project Shapes Arctic Security, Sovereignty, and Investment
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Brendan Bell, CEO of West Kitikmeot Resources Corp, as he outlines the strategic vision behind the Grays Bay Road and Port Project, a $1 billion ...
How First Nations Build Wealth: Scott Munro on Capacity Development and Economic Partnerships
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB) is helping Indigenous communities unlock economic opportunity through strategic capacity developmen...
Chief Kahsennenhawe Sky-Deer Leads First Nation to Co-Ownership of Hydro-Québec Project
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how Chief Sky-Deer led her community to a historic energy agreement with Hydro-Québec during a time of restructuring. From navigating regulator...
How TELUS' Indigenous Advisory Council Is Redefining Economic Reconciliation in Corporate Canada
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marissa Nobauer, Director of Reconciliation, Community Engagement & External Relations at TELUS, and Carol Anne Hilton, CEO and Founder of the Ind...
Investing in Indigenous-Led Growth: Barbara McKenzie on Capital, Control & Community Value
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Barbara McKenzie, CEO of the Métis Settlements Development Corporation (MSDC), shares how Indigenous-led investment is reshaping capital markets. Wit...
How CCIB Is Powering Change: Indigenous Leadership in Canada’s Energy Sector
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tabatha Bull, President & CEO at Canadian Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB), discusses how community involvement in projects, particularly t...
How Senator PJ Prosper Is Advancing Indigenous Policy and Investment Through Community Engagement
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Senator PJ Prosper, a Mi’kmaw Senator representing Nova Scotia, shares insights from his first 100 days in Parliament and his national listening tou...
$1.3 Billion in 15 Months: How FNFA is Redefining Access to Capital and What UK Investors Can Learn
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chief Derek Epp, Chairperson of the First Nations Finance Authority (FNFA) outlines how the organisation issued a $650 million debenture in January 20...
Ontario's Ring of Fire: Emerging As Canada's New Critical Minerals Frontier
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hon. Greg Rickford, Ontario’s Minister of Indigenous Affairs and First Nations Economic Reconciliation, highlights the province’s rising importanc...
Des Nedhe’s Strong Indigenous Ties and Commitment to Responsible and Sustainable Resource Management
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Willy, President & CEO of Des Nedhe Group shares his insights into how First Nations like English River are driving economic growth through s...
Building Lasting Economic Strength Through Indigenous Investment Partnerships
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jaimie Lickers, CIBC’s Senior Vice President of Indigenous Markets shares how her work is helping Indigenous communities build lasting economic stre...
How Indigenous Partnerships Became Instrumental to Yukon's Economic Development
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how key decisions, strong community leadership, and impactful partnerships have reshaped the region’s economy. From Selk...
Highlights from the 2025 Canadian Indigenous Investment Summit
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Co-Chairs Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant discuss the highlights of the 2025 Canadian Indigenous Investment Summit, the largest gathering of Indigenous...
2024 Highlights: Canadian Indigenous Investment Summit
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2024 Canadian Indigenous Investment Summit, held at Mansion House, brought together Indigenous leaders and business executives from Canada and Lon...
In-Depth Discussion on Canadian Federal Elections, Ring of Fire and the 2025 Summit
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant cover key issues facing Canada today. They discuss the Canadian federal elections, what’s at stake, and how the resul...
Harold Calla on Improving Capital Access and Supporting Projects like Cedar LNG
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Harold Calla discusses the critical importance of economic reconciliation and the role of Indigenous financial institutions. He shares a powerful test...
How Chief Ted Williams, Chippewas of Rama First Nation Helped Transform The Nation’s Economy
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chief Ted Williams of the Chippewas of Rama First Nation shares his journey in driving economic growth and financial success for the community. As a k...
Matt Smith, CEO of SIIFC on Access To Capital, SMRs, and Critical Minerals in Saskatchewan
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Smith, a proud member of the Métis Nation Saskatchewan and CEO of the Saskatchewan Indigenous Investment Finance Corporation (SIIFC), discusses ...
Clint Davis, CEO of Cedar Leaf Capital, On Advancing Indigenous Participation in Capital Markets
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Clint Davis, CEO of Cedar Leaf Capital Inc., is working to open doors for Indigenous people, businesses, and communities in capital markets. As the fi...
Chief Derek Epp on Economic Growth Empowered by Finance and Sovereignty
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful podcast interview, Chief Derek Epp discusses how First Nations are driving economic growth through financial sovereignty. With over...
Mark Sevestre on Indigenous Investment and Policy: Indigenous Investors in the Canadian Market
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Sevestre, Senior Advisor at Mokwateh and former Founding Member of the National Aboriginal Trust Officers Association (NATOA), shares his experie...
Mark Podlasly, FNMPC CEO: Strategies for Accessing Affordable Capital
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Podlasly, the newly appointed CEO of the First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC), shares insights on supporting 14 projects with a total e...
Kody Penner on how Nations Royalty Unlocks Value for Indigenous Communities through Capital Markets
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kody Penner, Vice President of Corporate Development for Nations Royalty, discusses how the company helps build capacity for Indigenous Peoples throug...
The Best of Drumbeats: A 2024 Year in Review
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 2025! As we look back, let’s revisit the standout moments that defined Drumbeats in 2024. From groundbreaking conversations to thought-pr...
Eva Clayton Shares the Success of Nisga’a Nation’s Modern-Day Treaty
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful discussion on Drumbeats, Co-Chairs Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant introduce Eva Clayton, President of the Nisga’a Nation. As the ...
Strengthening Indigenous Investments: Trusts Across Canada and BC Hydro’s Call for Power
05 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Co-Chairs Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant as they discuss the latest report from the Conference Board of Canada, which highlights Indigenous trust...
Centre for Indigenous Corporate Partnerships: Boston Consulting Group’s New Initiative
21 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Co-Chairs Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant discuss the proposed launch of the Centre for Indigenous Corporate Partnerships, a groundbreaking initia...
Insights from CIBC’s Hon. Lisa Raitt On Strengthening Indigenous Investment
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Co-Chairs Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant as they interview The Hon. Lisa Raitt, Vice Chair of CIBC Capital Markets. They discuss CIBC’s commitm...
Steve Berna on FNFA's Commitment to Funding Indigenous Projects and Expanding Opportunities
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Co-Chairs Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant as they interview Steve Berna, COO of the First Nations Finance Authority (FNFA). Steve discusses FNFA's...
Bank of Canada Director & FNFA CEO Ernie Daniels: Expanding Financial Opportunities for First Nations
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in with Co-Chairs Mark Magnacca and Robert Brant as they Interview Ernie Daniels, President and CEO of First Nations Finance Authority (FNFA). Th...
📣 Indigenous Investment in Canada: Exploring Key Opportunities and Developments
27 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in with Co-Chairs Mark F. Magnacca 🌍 and Rob Brant as they delve into the latest developments in Indigenous investment. The discussion highlig...
Haisla Nation’s 10-Year Fight, Finding the Right Partner, & Dismissive Investors, ft. Chief Crystal Smith, P2
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this second episode featuring Chief Crystal Smith, Chief Councillor of the Haisla Nation since 2013, we delve into the Cedar LNG project—a vision...
World’s First Indigenous-Led Energy Project: Cedar LNG Shapes the Future, ft. Chief Crystal Smith, P1
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Join us in this inspiring episode featuring Crystal Smith, the Elected Chief Councillor of the Haisla Nation, as she discusses Cedar LNG—the...
THE OPENING BEAT
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this exciting journey as we strike the first beat, sharing valuable knowledge and inspiring experiences that will set the stage for a lasti...