Justin Bourque
Founder and President

Âsokan Generational Developments

Justin Bourque is the Founder and President of Âsokan Generational Developments, a strategic advisory firm dedicated to building meaningful partnerships between Indigenous Communities and industry. With nearly three decades of experience in Indigenous community development, energy, and infrastructure, Justin has established himself as a respected Indigenous business leader focused on advancing economic sovereignty, community resilience, and sustainable prosperity.

Throughout his career, Justin has led and advised on complex Indigenous equity ownership and partnership transactions, helping Indigenous Nations secure ownership positions in major infrastructure and energy assets. Most notably, he played a key role in the creation of Athabasca Indigenous Investments, a partnership of 23 First Nations and Métis communities that acquired an ownership interest in Enbridge-operated pipelines in northern Alberta—one of the largest Indigenous energy partnerships in North America. Collectively, the transactions he has supported represent approximately $2.6 billion in value and have involved more than 35 Indigenous Communities across Alberta.

Justin is recognized for bridging Indigenous and Western perspectives through strong governance, relationship-building, and strategic leadership. He has advised governments and industry on Indigenous partnerships and is a frequent speaker on Indigenous economic development. His contributions have earned numerous honours, including the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal and recognition among Canada’s leading business innovators. Proudly Métis and rooted in the Willow Lake/Anzac community, Justin remains committed to cultural preservation, land-based learning, and creating opportunities for future generations.