At Hatfield, we honour and respect the rights, cultures, interests, and aspirations of Indigenous Peoples. We recognize the deep and enduring relationships Indigenous communities have with their traditional territories. Our commitment is to develop meaningful collaboration that creates mutual benefits for Indigenous Peoples and their communities, our clients, and the environment. We are dedicated to developing and maintaining strong, long-term relationships, grounded in transparency, respect, and trust.
Our Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation Policy affirms our recognition of, and commitment to, the principles set out in the following frameworks:
- United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP);
- Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) Calls to Action;
- International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention No. 169 on Indigenous and Tribal Peoples;
- International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) Position Statement on Indigenous Peoples and Mining;
At Hatfield, we are committed to working collaboratively with local Indigenous Peoples to support positive project outcomes and enhance both individual and community capacity. We promote awareness and understanding Indigenous histories, cultures, and rights among our employees, clients, and contractors. Whether we are engaging directly with Indigenous Nations or working on behalf of private or public sector clients, our approach remains the same: to build respectful, transparent, and lasting relationships built on honesty and trust.