Hector Saldiva
Hector Saldivia is a Socio-Economic Lead at EllisDon with over a decade of dedicated experience advancing Indigenous participation, economic inclusion, and community impact in major infrastructure and defence-related projects across Canada.
His expertise focuses on Indigenous engagement, workforce development, procurement strategies, training programs, subcontracting opportunities, and strategic partnership building. He emphasizes long-term relationship-building, capacity development, and inclusive practices that support reconciliation and align with federal commitments, including the Government of Canada's 5% target for contracts awarded to Indigenous businesses.
Key contributions include leadership on high-profile defence projects such as the Future Fighter Capability Project (FFCP), driving Indigenous opportunities in employment, subcontracting, supply chain participation, and community synergies with First Nations in Treaty territories; the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program as a lead infrastructure partner supporting Indigenous involvement for SkyAlyne and; Junior NCM Accommodations projects at CFB Esquimalt; and CFB Suffield Chem and Bio lab modernization. These initiatives transform substantial defence investments into sustainable economic pathways for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities.
An invited speaker at events including the Lloydminster Economic Partnership Summit (presenting on Cold Lake Future Fighter and Indigenous-industry partnerships), Manitoba Aerospace Forum, Indigenous Leadership Circle gatherings, and federal procurement workshops, Hector shares practical insights on socio-economic planning, collaboration best practices, and actionable economic strategies.
Recognized by the Tribal Chiefs Training and Employment Services Association for over eight years of commitment to Indigenous empowerment through employment, training, and business opportunities, Hector is passionate about bridging industry and communities for lasting benefits in defence and infrastructure sectors.
He is eager to contribute to the National Indigenous Defence Conference (NIDC) 2026, engaging in discussions on strengthening Indigenous partnerships, capacity building, procurement strategies, and creating meaningful economic pathways in Canada's evolving defence ecosystem.
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