An Interview With Tricia Thomas, Indigenous Relations Consultant

Indigenous communities are leading a growing number of major renewable energy projects in Western Canada, as individual communities and organizations strive to supply their own energy needs and become players in the energy industry. We had the opportunity to interview Tricia Thomas (Laxelewetsnaat), an Indigenous entrepreneur, facilitator, speaker and a proud member of Halalt First Nation on Vancouver Island.

Tricia started her company, Salish Eye Productions, in 2014 with the mission to create positive change for Indigenous People and build cross-cultural relationships through photo, video, design and communications. Tricia has an MBA in Sustainable Innovation from the University of Victoria (Gustavson School of Business) with a focus on cultivating Indigenous sovereignty through solar energy. She is now an instructor at the university teaching Indigenous community collaboration and business. Tricia also serves as an Indigenous Relations Consultant with