Indigenous Relations

About Us

To build great relationships with the Indigenous Peoples of this land, we’re committed to respect, recognition, reconciliation, inclusion, cooperation, and our mutual success. This commitment shapes our work—and changes how the industry works, too.

Work With Us

Socio-Economic Development & Indigenous Relations Team
Our dedicated SEDIR team uplifts the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Call to Action 92 through education, consultation, and inclusion.
Building Better Together
We’re committed to creating tangible, measurable results, as part of the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations Program with the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business.
Indigenous Vendor Database
As the SEDIR team continues to grow our relationships with Indigenous communities, businesses, and nations, we have created a database of partners to proactively engage in projects across Canada.
Indigenous Employee Circle
In 2024, we launched the IEC, a community that centres around inclusion, support, connection, and professional development. By Indigenous employees, for Indigenous employees.
PAIR - Bronze Certification
EllisDon’s PAIR Bronze Certification reflects our commitment to Indigenous inclusion across leadership, employment, business development, and community relationships.

Our dedicated SEDIR team uplifts the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Call to Action 92 through education, consultation, and inclusion.
We’re committed to creating tangible, measurable results, as part of the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations Program with the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business.
As the SEDIR team continues to grow our relationships with Indigenous communities, businesses, and nations, we have created a database of partners to proactively engage in projects across Canada.
In 2024, we launched the IEC, a community that centres around inclusion, support, connection, and professional development. By Indigenous employees, for Indigenous employees.
EllisDon’s PAIR Bronze Certification reflects our commitment to Indigenous inclusion across leadership, employment, business development, and community relationships.

Testimonials

Our Indigenous Inclusion Principles guide us in how we act to create a real, lasting impact. Our Inclusion Principles guide us every day, across projects, partnerships, and initiatives.

Authentic Engagement

Quote: “Indigenous relations is not a one-size fits all. We must approach each opportunity respecting cultural differences and adapting as needed. Our SEDIR team remains focused on relationship development, identifying opportunities, supporting project teams, and advancing Indigenous participation on our projects.”

Tom HowellSenior Vice-President, Indigenous, Government & Labour Relations

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