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Ian Hollingshead

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Regional Director, Omineca, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation at Government of British Columbia
📍 Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Ian Hollingshead is the Regional Director for the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation in British Columbia. With over a decade of experience, he specializes in strategic negotiations, dispute resolution, and initiatives supporting Indigenous rights. He is a graduate of Simon Fraser University and the University of Calgary.

Outside of his government role, Ian has a deep interest in archaeology, specifically Mayan culture, having previously worked as an Executive Director for an organization in Chiapas, Mexico. He is fluent in Spanish and shows a strong appreciation for Canadian military history and veterans sacrifices.

Ian is a published author on the topic of Mayan archaeology in the Chiapas region of Mexico.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Regional Director, Omineca, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
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Indigenous Rights
His entire career, including his current role as Regional Director, is dedicated to advancing initiatives that support Indigenous rights and foster collaboration.
Strategic Negotiations
A core part of his professional identity and expertise, focused on facilitating sustainable resolutions in complex dispute resolution processes.
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Career

Work history

7-2025
Regional Director, Omineca, Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
Government of British Columbia
3-2021 - 6-2025
Negotiator, MIRR
Government of British Columbia
5-2018 - 3-2021
Assistant Negotiator, MIRR
Government of British Columbia
10-2007 - 9-2013
Executive Director
Xanvil A.C.
7-2006 - 9-2007
Heritage Manager
City of Quesnel
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Education
1990 - 1993
Arts
Simon Fraser University
1986 - 1989
Philosophy
University of Calgary
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