Statement of Principles
Terasen Gas is committed to building effective Aboriginal relationships and to ensure we have the structure, resources and skills necessary to maintain these relationships.
In order to meet this commitment, the actions of the company and its employees will be guided by the following principles:
- Terasen companies’ acknowledge, respect and understand that Aboriginal people have unique histories, cultures, protocols, values, beliefs and governments.
- Terasen supports fair and equal access to employment and business opportunities within Terasen companies for Aboriginal people.
- Terasen will develop fair, accessible employment practices and plans that ensure Aboriginal people are considered fairly for employment opportunities within Terasen.
- Terasen will strive to attract Aboriginal employees, consultants and contractors and business partnerships.
- Terasen is committed to dialogue through clear and open communication with Aboriginal communities on an ongoing and timely basis for the mutual interest and benefit of both parties.
- Terasen encourages awareness and understanding of Aboriginal issues within its work force, industry and communities where it operates.
- To achieve better understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture, values and beliefs, Terasen is committed to educating its employees regarding Aboriginal issues, interests and goals.
- Terasen will ensure that when interacting with Aboriginal peoples, its employees, consultants and contractors demonstrate respect, and understanding Aboriginal people’s culture, values and beliefs.
- To give effect to these principles, each of Terasen’s business units will develop, in dialogue with Aboriginal communities, plans specific to their circumstances.