Donald M. Wishart

Biography

Mr. Wishart has more than 40 years of experience in the energy sector in the areas of business development, project management, operations and environmental services in both international and North American settings. He joined TransCanada Corporation in 1997 and held the positions of Senior Vice-President, Project Development and Senior Vice-President, Field Operations. In 2004 he assumed the position of Executive Vice-President, Operations and Major Projects, a position he held until his retirement in 2013. As Executive Vice-President, Operations and Major Projects, Don was responsible for the full range of services required to design, build, operate and maintain all facilities and infrastructure at TransCanada. These responsibilities included engineering and technical services, project management, construction, field operations, community, safety and environment, and procurement and shared services. Mr. Wishart holds Master of Science and Bachelor of Science degrees from the University of Alberta. He is also a certified member of the Institute of Corporate Directors, Calgary Chapter Executive of the Institute of Corporate Directors, and participates in a number of public and private boards.

Research Interest

Engineering