Walter A.
About Walter A.
Walter A. serves as the Métis Consultation Coordinator at the Métis Nation of Alberta, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a BSc in Applied and Environmental Geology and has extensive experience in land use assessment, climate change, and public affairs.
Work at Métis Nation of Alberta
Walter A. serves as the Métis Consultation Coordinator at the Métis Nation of Alberta, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves coordinating consultations related to Métis rights and land use in Slave Lake, Alberta. Prior to this, he worked as the Métis Consultation and Climate Leadership Coordinator from 2018 to 2021, where he focused on integrating climate leadership into Métis consultation processes. His experience in these roles emphasizes his commitment to advancing Métis interests and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders.
Education and Expertise
Walter A. has a solid educational background in both technical and environmental fields. He studied Industrial and Commercial Electrical at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, achieving a Journeyman Electrician trade qualification from 1981 to 1984. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied and Environmental Geology from the University of Calgary, which he completed from 1996 to 2001. Additionally, he participated in a one-day course on Climate Change in Canada through the Canadian Climate Reality Project in 2008, where he learned from notable figures such as Dr. Andrew Weaver and David Suzuki.
Background in Energy Sector
Before his current role, Walter A. accumulated extensive experience in the energy sector, particularly with BP Canada Energy. He worked as a Petroleum Geologist from 2001 to 2003, followed by positions as a Public Affairs Advisor from 2003 to 2006, and as an Economic Development Advisor from 2006 to 2010. His roles involved various aspects of public affairs, economic development, and geological assessments, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the industry's dynamics.
Knowledge in Environmental Assessment
Walter A. possesses expertise in Métis Traditional Land Use Assessment and GIS/Remote Sensing. His knowledge extends to geo-hydrology and climate change, allowing him to contribute effectively to environmental assessments and consultations. This expertise is particularly relevant in his current role, where understanding land use and environmental impacts is critical for supporting Métis rights and interests.