Who’s behind Canada’s nation-building projects?

The Decibel podcast from The Globe and Mail features an interview with Emma Graney, the Globe's energy reporter, who discusses Dawn Farrell's appointment as the head of the Major Projects Office (MPO). Graney provides insights into Farrell's background, highlighting her previous roles at Trans Mountain and TransAlta, and her reputation as a pragmatic and effective leader. The conversation explores the MPO's mission to accelerate nation-building projects, the projects currently under its purview, and the potential challenges Farrell may face, including navigating Indigenous relations and streamlining approval processes. The discussion also touches on the political optics of the appointment, particularly in relation to Alberta, and Farrell's approach to climate policy.