Speakers > n̓aasquʔisʔatḥ, Stephen Rayner
Interim Executive Director
Clean Energy BC
Stephen Rayner, also known by his traditional name n̓ aasquʔisʔatḥ, sits on the Elected Council of the Huu-ay-aht First Nations following a successful election in 2023. Within the council, he holds dual portfolios which focus on Green Energy and Climate Sustainability, as well as Law and Policy.
Prior to his tenure in governance, he held a position as Project Manager at the Barkley Project Group, where he established and led the Community Infrastructure Development Department.
During this tenure, he led a team of professionals dedicated to supporting various nations in a myriad of areas, including project management, planning, development, capacity building, asset management, and economic development. Since being elected to the council, he has moved to business advisor.
Before his tenure at the Barkley Project Group, he dedicated 7.5 years to serving the Huu-ay-aht First Nations community, where he was the Director of Capital and Infrastructure. During this time, he oversaw the planning, development, design, construction, commissioning, operation, and replacement of all Huu-ay-aht First Nations owned infrastructure.
Through his diverse experiences and unwavering commitment to community development, he endeavors to continue driving positive change and fostering sustainable practices that resonate with the values of communities.