Indigenous Miner

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Indigenous Miner

Jun 1

Malika Whelan: Indigenous Relations in Mining – From Box-Checking to Partnership

In this episode of Indigenous Miner, we sit down with Malika Whelan, CEO & President of Shared Pathway Solutions, to explore how Indigenous relations in mining can move beyond box checking toward genuine, long-term partnership. She shares her path into the sector, the capacity gaps she sees on both community and industry sides, and how Nation led protocols, cultural awareness courses, and community driven engagement standards are reshaping projects in Manitoba and beyond. Malika also explains how deeper relationships, respect for a Nation’s connection to land and water, and intentional capacity building are creating more meaningful futures for Indigenous youth, Nations, and companies across the resource sector.Indigenous Miner with Malika Whelan on moving Indigenous relations in mining beyond box checking toward real partnership, capacity building, and Nation led engagement.#IndigenousMiner #IndigenousRelations #IndigenousMining #IndigenousLeadership #IndigenousBusiness #MiningPodcast #MiningIndustry #CommunityPartnerships #ReconciliationInAction #FirstNations #ResourceDevelopment #Manitoba

58 min
May 21

Shawn Sobush: Growing Indigenous Impact in Mining

In this episode of Indigenous Miner, we sit down with Shawn Sobush, Founder & President of Asiniikaa Mining and Construction, to explore how Indigenous-owned companies are reshaping mining through community-driven artnerships, local hiring, and focused training. He shares his journey from Red Rock, Ontario, to building a growing Indigenous mining company across Northern Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan, and explains how “true” partnerships, local Indigenous talent, and programs like the Technica Advanced Training Center are creating real opportunities for youth while raising the bar on safety, mentorship, and leadership in the industry.

34 min
May 21

Alan McPherson: Indigenous Ownership in Mining. Building Opportunity from the Ground Up

In the first episode of Indigenous Miner, we sit down with Alan McPherson of Helm Drilling for an honest conversation about grit, growth, and Indigenous leadership in mining. Alan shares his journey from growing up in Telegraph Creek, BC, to starting on the rigs in 2004 and eventually building an Indigenous-owned drilling company. He reflects on the discipline, sacrifice, and resilience it took to move from helper to driller to business owner, and the importance of staying focused through challenges. This episode explores the realities of drilling, the value of strong relationships, and the growing role of First Nations and Indigenous businesses in shaping the future of mining.

35 min

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Indigenous Miner

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