What is the Indigenous Energy Exchange?

The Indigenous Energy Exchange (IEX) is leading a $10 billion Indigenous-led Super Grid project to transform clean energy across Canada and promote First Nations energy sovereignty.

Are the workshops really fully funded?

Yes, all workshops include fully funded travel, accommodation, meals, and training materials for participants from Indigenous communities.

Who can participate in the energy training programs?

The programs are designed for Indigenous community leaders, energy professionals, and anyone from First Nations communities interested in energy sovereignty and development.

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Indigenous Energy Exchange (IEX) SuperGrid

Borderless, Indigenous-led energy network across Turtle Island

Advancing Energy Sovereignty and Independence for First Nations Communities

Project Overview

The Indigenous Energy Exchange (IEX) SuperGrid is an innovative capacity-building & regulatory advocacy initiative designed to empower Indigenous communities across Turtle Island to develop a Borderless SuperGrid and lead the Energy Transition.

Our Vision

Develop a well-integrated Interprovincial Electricity grid which is Indigenous-led ensuring energy security and independence to First Nation communities and the country.

Objectives

Advance Indigenous energy sovereignty through community engagement, regulatory assessment, e-learning development, and capacity building across 4 provinces.

What We're Building

E-learning modules, capacity-building initiatives, in-person workshops, and regulatory advocacy efforts for Indigenous-led energy projects.

Our Partners

A collaborative effort bringing together Indigenous leadership, government support, and innovative energy solutions

E-learning & Consultant

Technology Innovation

Regulatory Consultants

Regulatory Expertise

Jazz Solar Solutions

Technology Partner

First Nation Consultants

Community Expertise

Regulatory Boards

Regulatory Oversight

First Nations

Indigenous Leadership

PROJECT STAKEHOLDERS

Indigenous Communities and their leadership

Regulatory Authorities

Government organizations (Local, Provincial, Federal)

Grid operators

Technology providers

Utilities

Environment groups and researchers

IEX SuperGrid Project Overview

A visual representation of our comprehensive approach to Indigenous energy sovereignty

IEX
SUPERGRID

COMMUNITY
ENGAGEMENT

At 10 communities to be engaged across Turtle Island

REGULATORY
STUDY

Baseline Regulatory Study, White Paper recommendations for 4 provinces (Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba)

3 AI POWERED
LEARNING COURSES

Develop RE projects in:

1. Ontario Regulatory Framework

2. Alberta Regulatory Framework

3. Project Dev Skills & Regulatory Advocacy

REGULATORY
ADVOCACY

Recommendations and innovation based on community engagement & regulatory assessment

IEX SUPERGRID
WORKSHOP

1-day workshop at TTN with communities across Turtle Island

CAPACITY
BUILDING

Conduct 5 capacity building sessions (per community interests) based on E-learning courses developed in 4 provinces

Key Components of the Project

A comprehensive approach to building Indigenous energy capacity through engagement, education, and regulatory innovation

Community Engagement

Engagement of at least 10 First Nations across Turtle Island in the project

Indigenous Energy Exchange Workshop

In-person workshop bringing together Indigenous communities and energy experts

Regulatory Study

Assessment of existing regulatory frameworks and identification of regulatory gaps across 4 provinces to develop distributed energy projects and inter-provincial electricity trade

E-learning Modules

Develop 3 E-learning modules on how communities can develop renewable/solar projects:

Capacity Building Programs

Conduct 3 capacity building programs for interested First Nations communities through webinars

Regulatory Advocacy

Regulatory advocacy based on regulatory study recommendations to support Indigenous energy development

Benefits for Communities

Join a transformative initiative that puts Indigenous communities at the center of Canada's energy future. Every aspect of participation is designed to empower and benefit your community.

Foster Regulatory Innovation

Capacity Building

Integrated Approach in Addressing Energy Independence

Learning Modules & Regulatory Tools

Networking with Communities

Address Regulatory Gaps (Feedback & Participation)

Digital Learning

Innovative E-Learning Platform

E-learning platform featuring interactive training modules, regulatory tools, and learning paths designed specifically for Indigenous energy education and professional development.

✅ Recently Completed

FNPA 9th Annual Indigenous Clean Energy Forum

June 4–5, 2025 | Calgary, Alberta

Taykwa Tagamou Nation successfully hosted a booth at the First Nations Power Authority (FNPA) 9th Annual Indigenous Clean Energy Forum, showcasing the Indigenous Super Grid Project.

Event Highlights Gallery

FNPA

Event Completed Successfully!

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth

Event Summary

June 4–5, 2025

Calgary, Alberta

Indigenous Energy Leaders & Communities

What We Showcased:

Community Participation Opportunities
Fully Funded Training Programs
E-Learning Platform Demonstrations

🎉 Event Highlights

Successfully engaged with 50+ Indigenous community leaders

Demonstrated AI-powered e-learning platform

Collected interest from 15+ communities for participation

Established new partnerships for the Super Grid project

🌱 Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth and showed interest in the Indigenous Super Grid project

Stay tuned for our upcoming TTN workshop in October 2025

Upcoming Events & Opportunities

Join us at these transformative events designed to build Indigenous energy capacity and foster collaboration across Canada

🌱 Community Engagement

Is your community ready to be part of an Indigenous-led Super Grid project transforming clean energy across Canada?

Be part of all expenses covered trip

Attend National workshop at Taykwa Tagamou Nation (TTN)

August 2026

Participate in regulatory capacity building program

Comprehensive training and development

Help us develop e-learning platforms/regulatory tools as per your needs

Community-driven solutions

Contact Us

Cecile Ross

General Manager

Takwata Spring Energy LP

📧 cecile@taykwatagamou.com

📱 705-465-4403

Snekalatha Krishnaraju

Project Coordinator – IEX

JAZZ Solar Solutions

📧 snekalatha@jazzsolar.com

📱 249-888-5422