Natural Resources committee  The order is usually driven by the community and what their priorities are. The environment could come first, depending on the project and the proposed development and the impact this would have; or based on the partnerships they've had in the past, the equity is the first thing

Natural Resources committee  It is. We don't quite take the same method when we go with investors. When we are talking to investors, we would set aside almost a reserve of what would be dedicated to social needs, and that reserve is discussed with partners in the community and outside partners. We don't clai

Natural Resources committee  I do appreciate that. I also know Chris is an excellent resource. I've sat with him before on panels at conferences. It's not my first time, but it's definitely always [Inaudible—Editor] when I'm on the floor with Chris. I do appreciate that as well, but definitely do recognize t

Natural Resources committee  Yes, that's right.

Natural Resources committee  We target investors who are looking for a social return as well as a financial return. They are socially conscious investors, so not all investors in this market are our target market. We are looking for investors who want to receive more than an ROI, and who want to have social

Natural Resources committee  I think Chris summarized that well.

Natural Resources committee  That one could be related to exactly what Raylene was talking about, a case in which information could be derived from your neighbour in a close-knit community and not necessarily from the project's negotiations and what was discussed exclusively in the boardroom. That relates to

Natural Resources committee  Thank you very much for having me back again. My name is Robert Beamish, and I am the co-founder and director of Anokasan Capital. I'll keep the introduction brief, as I was introduced previously. We specialize in securing investment from east Asia for projects in indigenous co

Natural Resources committee  Early engagement is fundamental. Engagement is going to happen regardless, so the earlier you start this conversation the more you show not only your investment in that relationship but also in that community and its mutual success.

Natural Resources committee  Absolutely. The last two pitfalls would be turnover in elected governments and understanding the legal structure of the community. Finally, the most important point would be to apply old knowledge to a new situation and treat every situation as fresh. Although you can learn from

Natural Resources committee  I just got into an Uber, and I'm on my way to Parliament Hill, but I don't know if I'll make it. I may make it before 5 p.m., but I'm still ready to do the presentation. I have my notes in front of me and, hopefully, you have the same notes.

Natural Resources committee  Excellent. That sounds good to me. Thank you very much for accommodating this, and thank you for asking me to speak. My name is Robert Beamish, and I'm of Métis ancestry. My father is Algonquin Métis and Irish, and my mother is Arawak—which is the name of the indigenous people o

Natural Resources committee  Yes, I'm on the phone.