Bernd Christmas KC On 30 Years of Law, Leadership, and Billion-Dollar First Nations Projects

In this episode, Mark Magnacca and co-host Robert Brant are joined by Bernd Christmas, KC, Principal at Bernd Christmas Law Group (BCLG). With nearly 30 years of experience as a practising Mi’kmaw lawyer, Bernd has represented First Nations in groundbreaking projects that are reshaping Canada’s economy.

He shares insights from his recent and ongoing work, including billion-dollar negotiations in Ontario and major projects such as the Ring of Fire and the Port of Churchill. Bernd’s story reflects the growing influence of Indigenous nations in deal-making and the future of development across the country.