In this episode, we sit down with Luke Schauerte, Chief Executive Officer of Woodfibre LNG, one of Canada’s most significant energy infrastructure projects currently under construction. Drawing on decades of experience leading major projects across North America, Luke discusses what it takes to build large-scale infrastructure in Canada and why Indigenous partnerships have become essential to project success.

He shares the story behind Woodfibre LNG’s partnership with the Squamish Nation, explaining how the relationship has shaped the project and what it reveals about the evolution of Indigenous participation in major resource development. The conversation explores Canada’s global energy opportunity, the growing importance of LNG in an increasingly uncertain geopolitical landscape, and why the country’s future competitiveness will depend on its ability to deliver nation-building projects. Together, the discussion offers a practical blueprint for how Indigenous Nations, industry, and governments can work together to strengthen Canada’s economy while creating lasting prosperity for communities across the country.

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Breakthrough Nation spotlights people whose ambition, grit, and sense of duty are moving Canada forward. I’m Karen Restoule, your host, and each episode features leaders delivering real results across regions and sectors.

ABOUT SERIES #4

SERIES #4 explores the people, partnerships, and projects reshaping the relationship between Indigenous Nations, business, and government. Through conversations with CEOs, entrepreneurs, investors, elected leaders, and nation-builders, we examine how Indigenous participation in Canada’s economy is evolving from consultation toward ownership, investment, procurement, and enterprise. Along the way, we explore the leadership, capital, institutions, and partnerships required to build lasting prosperity for communities and the country alike.

SERIES 4 is presented in collaboration with the Macdonald-Laurier Institute.

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