OTTAWA – Since 2021 17Թ has been recognizing Sept. 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
The day honours the children who never returned home and the survivors of residential schools as well as their families and communities.
According to the federal government, public commemoration of this tragic and painful history and its ongoing impacts are a vital component of the reconciliation process.
For the construction industry, each year has marked steady progress. The industry has witnessed projects completed as part of fulfilling the commission’s recommendations; procurement advancements where Indigenous partners play a central role; and inclusivity initiatives to bolster Indigenous representation in the labour force.
17Թ does find itself at a critical point concerning Indigenous relations as its Prime Minister Mark Carney has vowed to “build, baby build” with his Major Projects Office, in a time of tariff turmoil, while promising to ensure Indigenous consultation and involvement. To some, this step isn’t enough. To others, it’s an opportunity for change as the first five nation-building projects progress.
The Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce have compiled some recent articles reflecting the work that’s been done and some of the challenges that remain in an uncertain climate.
Read more below.
Indigenous law centre fulfills Truth and Reconciliation Commission Recommendation 50
Ontario chamber, CCIB report urges reconciliation through procurement initiatives
Indigenous leaders on Trans Mountain lessons as Building 17Թ Act moves forward
Manitoba Indigenous groups agree to work together on major infrastructure projects
Health starts at home: Overcoming Indigenous housing challenges
Report raises questions about First Nations ownership in major projects
By the numbers: BuildForce breaks down labour force recruitment, representation
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