Dawn Lindsay-Burns

• Delivered strategic oversight for corporate Indigenous initiatives emphasizing recruitment and retention.
• Cultivated strong relationships with First Nations communities and Métis government.
• Led team members through coaching and mentoring to drive performance enhancement.
• Conducted empirical research to identify trends supporting continuous improvement strategies.
• Provided strategic communication across government to align on initiatives.

• Provided strategic operational leadership and innovative solutions for one of MNBC’s largest Ministries supporting Métis learners.
• Supervised managers to ensure compliance with funding contracts and alignment with MNBC goals.
• Maintained smooth operations and competitive positioning of assigned portfolios.
• Ensured integrity in human resource practices, focusing on diversity, inclusion, and Metis cultural orientation.
• Acted as liaison to foster relationships between MNBC and various stakeholders for partnership development, including provincial and federal government.
• Negotiated agreements on behalf of MNBC, offering recommendations for CEO and Board approval.

Implemented Aboriginal Policy and Practice Framework alongside divisional action plan development.

• Facilitated mentorship, workshops, and tailored resources to enhance APPF integration.
• Evaluated project management policies while overseeing multiple concurrent projects.
• Led planning sessions with project teams to establish goals, scope, and performance measures.
• Monitored project progress to ensure compliance with timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Prepared status reports for Executives detailing project updates and corrective actions taken.
• Supported change management initiatives while leading communications for complex projects.
• Collaborated with government colleagues on Indigenous Applicant Design Advisory and Employee Network.

• Led strategic planning and development initiatives for branch, influencing corporate restructuring across ministry.
• Collaborated with First Nations communities to design and evaluate community development projects.
• Managed budgets and project deliverables for various community events and initiatives.
• Cultivated multi-sector partnerships to enhance Indigenous Youth Engagement Strategy effectiveness.
• Conducted thorough research and analysis of programs affecting youth engagement and community wellness.
• Provided mentorship on leadership development and community strategies to First Nations and government partners.
• Drafted successful proposals and funding applications in collaboration with First Nations organizations.
• Prepared comprehensive proposals, presentations, and briefing notes to aid decision-making processes.