Chief Jim Boucher

President, Saa Dene Group of Companies

Chief Jim Boucher is the president of the Saa Dene Group of Companies and the former long-standing elected Chief of the Fort McKay First Nation, one of the most successful First Nations in Canada.

He is known for his visionary, consensus-based leadership, built upon a foundation of trust and collaboration, the approach serving as a model for how Indigenous groups, energy development companies, and governments can work together to achieve mutual long-term benefit—hallmarks of Jim’s business style.

Chief Boucher has received more than a dozen notable awards and accolades throughout his career, such as the Alberta Order of Excellence, Energy Person of the Year, named one of “The Power 50”—The 50 Most Influential Canadian Business Leaders—and received the Commendation from the Governor General for Outstanding Service. Jim also received the Aboriginal Business Award for Lifetime Achievement from the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business, and the Indspire (formerly National Aboriginal Achievement) Award – Business and Commerce.

Chief Boucher lives in Fort McKay and has two children and five grandchildren. He enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid golfer.

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