Corporate Governance

Reg Cardinal is a member of Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation and has been a board member for Backwoods since January 2018.  Reg has a demonstrated history of working in Aboriginal economic development, including time as CFO of Penobscot Indian Nation in the United States. Mr. Cardinal also worked 14 years in academia with the University of Alberta as an Assistant Dean/Administration of the Faculty of Native Studies.  Reg brings a wealth of experience related to government relations and conflict resolution and holds a MBA along with a CPA/CMA designation.

Don Kootenay is a member of Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation. He has worked with Alexis over the years specializing in stakeholder relations, regulatory compliance, capital structure optimization and debt restructuring. These efforts have yielded manifold benefits to Alexis, including net financial benefits in the multiple millions.

Ian Anderson is a former CEO of Trans Mountain Pipeline. He played a key role in expanding the pipeline network and overseeing the Trans Mountain Expansion Project. Anderson focused on regulatory compliance and engaged with stakeholders, including Indigenous communities. His commitment to responsible energy development and community engagement shaped the company’s operations.