Robert Zhu

Partner @rootsstrategies. Former LRB Director of Outreach & Diversity & Inclusion @ourcommons. MA, BA @UofT.

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Roots Strategies was proud to sponsor this year’s Odawa Powwow alongside the National Association of Friendship Centres.

We had the opportunity to connect with community members alongside Jennifer Rankin, CEO of @NAFC_ANCA.

Thank you to the Odawa Native Friendship Centre @OdawaNFC for organizing such a meaningful event.

In friendship.

#RootsStrategies #NAFC #OdawaPowwow #IntheCommunity #IndigenousLeadership

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Economic reconciliation requires sustained collaboration, strong representation, and practical progress.

Good to be part of the conversation at @Canada2020’s Economic Reconciliation Summit last week, where leaders and policymakers focused on how to move from commitments to implementation.

A highlight: the “Indigenous Political Staffers Spotlight” panel, with @DeliahBernard, on the role Indigenous staffers play in shaping policy and decision-making.

Important discussions, with continued work ahead.

#EconomicReconciliation #cdnpoli #Canada2020 #RootsStrategies

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In a rapidly shifting political landscape, social service providers and not-for-profits are asking a serious question: where do we fit in the Carney Liberals’ agenda?

At the Executive Retreat on Housing & Homelessness, @DeliahBernard — Partner at @rootsstrategies and former Senior Indigenous Affairs Advisor to Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau — shared her perspective on what’s coming and what organizations should be preparing for now.

Grateful to connect with leaders in this space. Thanks to Homeward Public Affairs and @nicholas_falvo Consulting for convening a timely, substantive discussion.

#CdnPoli #Housing #SocialServices #PublicPolicy

[Robert Zhu @_robert_zhu]

Grateful to have moderated the Recruit, Retain, Engage panel at #ForwardSummit2025, exploring how we can better support Indigenous talent. Learned a lot from my fellow panelists and left inspired by their leadership. Proud to represent @RootsStrategies.

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Roots Strategies was proud to take part in #ForwardSummit2025, connecting with Indigenous and industry leaders driving reconciliation and inclusive growth.

🎙️ @DeliahBernard shared her story on the Inspirational Women panel.
🤝 @_robert_zhu moderated the Recruit, Retain, Engage panel — exploring Indigenous talent, inclusion, and leadership.

A meaningful few days of learning, connection, and collaboration.

#ForwardSummit #IndigenousLeadership #EconomicReconciliation #RootsStrategies

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🧡 Every Child Matters 🧡

On Sept 30, we honour Survivors, their families, and the children who never returned home.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time to reflect, learn, and act. At Roots Strategies, we know reconciliation is not one day, but a continuous journey.

This year, we invite you to:
🧡 Wear orange in solidarity
📚 Learn from Indigenous voices
🤝 Attend community gatherings
🪶 Honour Survivors & their families

Read our full statement + resources here: https://t.co/ZHjV4sWSq5

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The @rootsstrategies team is in Winnipeg this week for the @AFN_Updates Annual General Assembly, connecting with Chiefs nationwide on their communities’ priorities.

Here’s our Partner @DeliahBernard sharing her reflections with @CTVNews.

📺 Watch the clip here.

#AFNAGA #Indigenous #cdnpoli #RootsStrategies

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Huge congratulations to our partner @DeliahBernard.

She was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal by the Assembly of First Nations National Chief @chiefcindyafn for her contributions to advancing reconciliation.

We’re so proud! 👏

#Reconciliation #CoronationMedal #AFN

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Last Saturday, @DeliahBernard of @RootsStrategies and @SaraJMainville of @jfklaw joined @cbcradio’s Just Asking for an insightful, educational convo on Bill C-5—exploring what meaningful Indigenous consultation could look like.

🎧 https://t.co/P5s4dhM62s

#cdnpoli #Indigenous

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@DeliahBernard joined @CTVNews to unpack the First Nations Summit hosted by PM @MarkJCarney on C-5.

She breaks down “what’s next” and how to rebuild trust in Indigenous-Crown relations with action.

📺 Watch the full clip


#Indigenous #C5 #CdnPoli

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“Reconciliation is not a roadblock. When done right, it’s the foundation for progress.”

A powerful message from @DeliahBernard on @CBCNews Network — on the First Nations Summit hosted by @MarkJCarney and how we move forward together.

🎥 https://t.co/r0NrVjkhXL

#Indigenous

[Robert Zhu @_robert_zhu]

A very timely conversation between @DeliahBernard and @ShayeGanam ahead of the First Nations Summit with PM Carney at the Museum of History today. Stay tuned for more comments from Deliah Bernard on @CBCNews Network this afternoon.

#Indigenous #BillC5

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Ahead of the First Nations Summit with PM @carney, @DeliahBernard joined @ShayeGanam on @CHED880 and @QRcalgary to discuss the path forward on consultation.

🎙️ Listen to the full interview:
Apple Podcasts → https://t.co/EfP6I9z9dT
Spotify → https://t.co/4lkOgTOQKj

#BillC5

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“Meeting for the sake of meeting is not meaningful consultation.”

Our partner @DeliahBernard speaks with @TorontoStar on @MarkJCarney government’s post-facto approach to Bill C-5 ahead of the FN Summit.

#BillC5 #Indigenous #MarkCarney #DeliahBernard #cdnpoli

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"Let’s figure out a better way to do it moving forward."

Roots Strategies’ @DeliahBernard breaks down why real consultation means more than a meeting in the @nationalpost.

#BillC5 #IndigenousAffairs #RootsStrategies

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Consultation isn’t a roadblock — it’s the foundation for real progress.

Our partner @DeliahBernard in @globeandmail on why smarter, earlier Indigenous consultation is the way forward.

#cdnpoli #Indigenous #Reconciliation #Consultation

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Last week, our co-founders @DeliahBernard & @_robert_zhu spoke with @LobbyMonitor about launching Roots Strategies — a firm dedicated to Indigenous affairs. We support Indigenous communities & help non-Indigenous businesses build respectful, lasting partnerships. Read more ⬇️

[Katie Telford @telfordk]

Citizenship ceremonies & celebrations are some of the greatest Canadian events. I’ve gone to several including for political staffers I had the privilege of working w/ and learning from. Already serving Canada these new citizens are colleagues to celebrate! Congrats @rajnsgill 🇨🇦

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What does Indigenous-led strategy look like in action?

From consultation to policy, Roots Strategies supports communities & partners with results-driven Indigenous Affairs expertise.

🌐 Learn more about our services: https://t.co/tObcd06SGL

#IndigenousAffairs

[Robert Zhu @_robert_zhu]

After nearly a decade in public service — and a break to rest, reflect & get married — I’m proud to launch the next chapter: Roots Strategies, a national Indigenous Affairs agency rooted in action, partnership & reconciliation. Let’s build together. #cdnpoli #Indigenous

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🎉 We’ve launched! Roots Strategies is a national Indigenous Affairs agency empowering communities & guiding partnerships.

Read our story 👇
🌐https://t.co/VytiEIVG47

#IndigenousVoices #IndigenousEngagement #IndigenousBusiness #ReconciliationInAction #CommunityEngagement

[Robert Zhu @_robert_zhu]

@Anthony__Koch Montreal is the hub for Air Canada so most medium and long haul flights for Ottawa passengers need to go through Montreal. These flights are almost exclusively for connecting passengers. This is why if you try to buy YUL to YOW tickets they are crazy expensive.

[Speaker of the HoC @HoCSpeaker]

In 1988, I was one of the #HoC pages sitting at the foot of the Speaker's Chair. This experience has guided my career ever since. I invite all students who are interested in becoming a page to apply by November 8. #StudentJob #OttGat