Committee Memberships: Environmental, Health, Safety and Sustainability Committee (Chair) and Audit Committee
Mr. Lafond is an experienced business, education and social development advisor, known for successfully leading executive teams on strategic initiatives leading to First Nations engagement and achievement. He has experience with national, provincial, regional and local governments and entities in supporting innovation in First Nations governments, corporations, business associations and public offices.
Mr. Lafond has held many leadership positions in business and community development. He was appointed by the Government of Canada as the Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, a role involving public education, neutral convening and dialogue with Treaty parties, and durable resolution of conflict relating to Treaty rights and responsibilities. Mr. Lafond currently advises the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technology to support innovative research, learning and education achievement, based on the direction and input of First Nations governments. He holds a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Saskatchewan and undertakes ongoing professional development and training in business, administration, negotiation and economic prosperity.
Mr. Lafond is a citizen of the Saskatchewan Muskeg Lake Cree Nation in Treaty Six Territory, and works with the community to support reconciliation, wellness, economic development, and innovation. In 2016 he received the Saskatchewan Order of Merit.