Statement on Dawn Farrell appointment

Canada’s business leaders welcome the appointment of Dawn Farrell as the Chief Executive Officer of the Major Projects Office. Her impressive track record at the forefront of Canada’s energy industry and her experience navigating complex regulatory requirements will prove indispensable as the federal government works to transform Canada into the strongest economy in the G7.

Canada has a unique yet time-limited opportunity to create generational growth and prosperity through major projects that safeguard the country’s economic and national security interests and we look forward to working with Dawn and her colleagues.    

Dawn Farrell was an active member of the Business Council of Canada and served on the Council’s board when she was president and CEO of TransAlta.