Shigrih Resources Ltd. is guided by a multidisciplinary team whose expertise spans Indigenous land stewardship, geospatial and environmental management, mining engineering, geology, and corporate governance. Our directors collectively support responsible, Treaty‑aligned mineral development shaped by strong technical, regulatory, and financial leadership. Meet our team below to learn more about each director’s specialized background and contribution to Shigrih Resources.
1. Indigenous Land Relationship Lead
Director, Indigenous Land Stewardship & Community Partnerships
As Shigrih Resources Ltd.’s Indigenous Land Relationship Lead, this director brings deep expertise in Indigenous governance, Treaty understanding, and community‑centred resource development across Manitoba. With extensive experience supporting dialogue between Indigenous Nations, industry partners, and government, they guide all aspects of early‑stage engagement, land access planning, cultural site protection, and long‑term stewardship commitments. Their approach is rooted in the principles of reconciliation, respect for Treaty rights, and the integration of Indigenous Knowledge into exploration, environmental monitoring, and mine closure strategies. They ensure Shigrih Resources operates in a transparent, consent‑based, and culturally grounded manner that builds lasting partnerships and shared economic opportunity.
2. GIS & Environmental Sustainability Lead
Director, Geospatial Intelligence & Environmental Compliance
(Background in Geology & Mineral Exploration)
This director leads Shigrih Resources’ geospatial analytics, environmental planning, and sustainability strategies, bringing over a decade of applied experience in GIS, LiDAR processing, hydrographic modeling, remote sensing, and environmental impact assessment within Manitoba’s mineral exploration sector. With a foundation in geology and hands‑on exploration experience, they ensure that all geospatial datasets, environmental baselines, operational maps, and regulatory submissions meet Manitoba mining compliance standards. Their expertise includes claims mapping, terrain modelling, water‑resource studies, biodiversity overlays, and progressive closure tracking. They develop real‑time geodatabases, ArcGIS dashboards, and environmental monitoring frameworks that strengthen responsible development while supporting community engagement and transparent reporting.
3. Mining Engineer
Director, Mine Planning & Closure Engineering
PhD, Natural Resources Engineering — Member of Queen’s University Faculty
With a PhD in Natural Resources Engineering and decades of international experience in mine planning, operational optimization, and closure design, this director provides the technical leadership that underpins Shigrih Resources’ strategic development programs. As a member of the Queen’s University faculty, they bridge academic research with real‑world mine engineering applications, bringing cutting‑edge methods in resource modelling, pit optimization, geomechanics, and life‑of‑mine planning. Their portfolio includes designing progressive closure strategies, developing rehabilitation frameworks, implementing operational monitoring programs, and advising on regulatory submissions aligned with Canadian and Manitoba mining standards. Their leadership ensures every project is technically robust, environmentally responsible, and grounded in long‑term land stewardship.
4. Geologist
Director, Geological Modelling & Resource Evaluation
PhD, Geology & Mineral Resource Evaluation
This director provides advanced geological expertise in structural geology, deposit modelling, geostatistics, and mineral resource evaluation. Holding a PhD in geology with specialization in resource modelling, they lead the interpretation of exploration data, 3D subsurface modelling, reserve estimation, and geological risk assessment. Their experience spans multiple commodities including critical minerals central to Manitoba’s energy‑transition economy—nickel, copper, lithium, cobalt, and gold. They oversee the technical rigor of NI 43‑101 compliant reporting, drilling program design, core logging QA/QC, and metallogenic analysis. Their leadership ensures that Shigrih Resources’ exploration strategies are scientifically grounded, economically focused, and guided by modern best practices in geoscience.
5. Corporate Governance Lead
Director, Corporate Strategy, Finance & Mineral Markets
Finance & Business Administration — Mining Project Finance & Commodity Trade
As Corporate Governance Lead, this director brings strong financial acumen and business leadership shaped by years of experience in mining project financing, strategic budgeting, enterprise governance, and global mineral commodity trade. Their background includes structuring capital for exploration and development programs, evaluating project economics, and negotiating offtake agreements across international markets. They oversee corporate governance frameworks, investor relations, risk management, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that Shigrih Resources upholds the highest standards of transparency and accountability. Their strategic insight supports the company’s growth in critical minerals markets and positions Shigrih Resources as a credible, investor‑ready partner.
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