Primary Risk

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Hosted by Byng Giraud and Allie Meeres, Primary Risk delves deep into the intricacies of building major projects, from LNG terminals to transmission lines, mines, and beyond. Through candid conversations with the people behind some of the projects shaping our world, Primary Risk explores the challenges, processes, solutions, and behind-the-scenes stories of what it took to get these projects across the finish line.

  1. JAN 16

    Primary Risk Episode 17 - 2025 Major Projects Wrapped

    In this episode of Primary Risk, Byng and Allie take stock of where major projects in Canada stand, and why the gap between political commitments and on-the-ground progress still feels persistent. They unpack the tension between economic growth and environmental stewardship, probe what’s holding back permitting and regulatory reform, and argue for clearer metrics to track whether critical minerals and infrastructure projects are actually moving.

    46 min

  2. JAN 14

    Primary Risk EP: 16 Hon. Greg Rickford

    This episode of Primary Risk explores Ontario's bold push to unlock the Ring of Fire critical minerals frontier—from the landmark Marten Falls road agreement to the $62 million corridor investment and $3.1 billion Indigenous partnership financing. Join us for an insightful conversation with the Honourable Greg Rickford, MPP for Kenorra—Rainy River, Minister of Indigenous Affairs, and Minister Responsible for Ring of Fire Economic and Community Partnerships, as we delve into the challenges and opportunities driving Ontario’s Bill 5 reforms, the "One Project, One Process" framework, and economic reconciliation. Tune in to understand the balancing act between accelerating development, upholding consultation rights, and securing long-term prosperity for northern Ontario.

    52 min

  3. 12/19/2025

    Primary Risk EP 15: Emily Black

    In this episode of Primary Risk, we sit down with Emily Black, Director of Special Projects and Initiatives at Enbridge, to unpack the landmark Stonlasec8–Enbridge equity partnership — a first-of-its-kind deal that saw 38 First Nations acquire a 12.5% equity interest in Enbridge’s Westcoast natural gas pipeline system. This conversation takes listeners inside the boardroom, behind the negotiations, and into the lessons that will shape the next generation of Indigenous equity ownership.

    1h 1m

  4. 11/07/2025

    Ep 14 - Marko Dekovic

    This episode of Primary Risk explores Canada’s urgent push to fast-track critical port infrastructure projects—from Vancouver’s Deltaport expansion to the Port of Montreal’s Contrecoeur Terminal upgrades and the strategic ambitions for the Port of Churchill in the North. Join us for an insightful conversation with Marko Dekovic from Global Container Terminals as we delve into the challenges and opportunities driving these transformative developments in trade capacity, regulatory reform, and economic resilience. Tune in to understand the balancing act between speeding delivery and securing environmental stewardship, Indigenous partnerships, and long-term community benefits.

    48 min

  5. 08/28/2025

    Primary Risk EP13: Canada’s Evolving Approach to Major Projects

    On this episode of Primary Risk, co-hosts Byng Giraud and Allie Meeres take a deep dive into Canada’s evolving approach to major projects. They discuss why new legislation should only be the starting point for change. The conversation also explores the forthcoming federal Major Projects Office, the authority it will need to be truly effective, and the importance of setting clear national goals for major projects to guide investment and decision-making and drive alignment across government.

    51 min

  6. 07/30/2025

    Episode 12 - Hon. Jason Kenney

    In this episode of Primary Risk, Sedgwick Strategies’ Byng Giraud and Allie Meeres sit down with the Hon. Jason Kenney to explore how the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) model can be replicated—and why Indigenous equity in major projects is key to building sustainable trade and energy corridors.Hon. Kenney, one of the primary architects behind the AIOC, offers a pragmatic playbook for replication across provinces. This includes financing that empowers Indigenous communities to take equity stakes in high-quality, commercially viable deals. Crucially, the model moves at the pace of business and is shaped by Indigenous leadership.

    49 min

  7. 06/24/2025

    Episode 11 - Ian Anderson

    Facing investor flight, climate events, and shifting politics, a lot can be learned from the TMX expansion project that navigated consistent public scrutiny. Allie Meeres and Byng Giraud sat down with former CEO of Trans Mountain, Ian Anderson, to chat through what helped build Canada’s largest pipeline to tidewater.

    1h 1m

  8. 06/24/2025

    Episode 11 - Ian Anderson

    Facing investor flight, climate events, and shifting politics, a lot can be learned from the TMX expansion project that navigated consistent public scrutiny. Allie Meeres and Byng Giraud sat down with former CEO of Trans Mountain, Ian Anderson, to chat through what helped build Canada’s largest pipeline to tidewater.

    1h 1m
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Hosted by Byng Giraud and Allie Meeres, Primary Risk delves deep into the intricacies of building major projects, from LNG terminals to transmission lines, mines, and beyond. Through candid conversations with the people behind some of the projects shaping our world, Primary Risk explores the challenges, processes, solutions, and behind-the-scenes stories of what it took to get these projects across the finish line.

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  • Creator
    Sedgwick Strategies
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sedgwick Strategies
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    Primary Risk