The 2023 NSTMC Atlantic Indigenous-Led Energy Symposium was a significant two-day event that brought together tribal leaders, industry experts, and stakeholders to focus on the role of Indigenous communities in shaping the energy sector.

The symposium featured engaging keynote speeches, insightful panel discussions, and targeted workshops aimed at discussing the future energy landscape, advancing technology in small modular reactors, and empowering the Indigenous workforce and supply chains. Highlights included strategies for economic reconciliation, Indigenous empowerment, and collaborative planning for sustainable energy solutions. The event emphasized the importance of Indigenous leadership and community involvement in driving the energy transition, culminating in cultural ceremonies that underscored the community’s vision for future initiatives.