Training & Education:

Becoming a Powerful Negotiator
Stitt Feld Handy Group
Faculty of Law, University of Windsor, 2006

Bachelor of Public Administration, Honours
University of Windsor, 1990

Professional History

McLeod Wood Associates Inc.
Partner
Fergus, ON
1996-present
Nishnawbe-Aski Nation
Senior Policy Advisor
Thunder Bay, ON
1992-1996
Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines
Policy Analyst, Mines and Minerals
Sudbury, ON
1990-1992

Merv McLeod, B.P.A.

Merv McLeod has significant policy experience in both First Nation and non-First Nation government entities. He has also worked extensively with private sector organizations to complete development projects, specifically in the energy and forestry sectors. Merv has excellent contacts within Aboriginal communities, particularly in Northern Ontario, in addition to his extensive knowledge of the Ontario energy sector and remote community issues. Originally from Moose Factory, Merv is a member of the Kashechewan First Nation.

Merv's work as a Policy Advisor for Nishnawbe-Aski Nation and the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines has given him a detailed understanding of the basic infrastructure issues facing remote and northern communities throughout Ontario. Merv's ongoing work in the energy sector has included transmission planning and development, water power development, and general advisory services, for First Nations and private sector clients. Merv is a sought after speaker at conferences and a respected advisor for First Nations and private business. Nancy Wood and Merv McLeod were the 2008 recipients of the Partnership of the Year award from the Nishnawbe-Aski Development Fund.

Merv holds a Bachelor of Public Administration (Honours).


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