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Finning joins Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations program

Finning Canada has joined the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program, with the goal of becoming certified by the Canadian Council for Indigenous Business in 2027.

As one of Canada's largest equipment dealers across Western Canada, we recognize the vital importance of accountable, measurable Indigenous partnerships. The PAIR program will provide independent verification of our progress while ensuring our relationships deliver real economic benefits to the Indigenous communities where we operate.

PAIR certification requires demonstrated excellence across leadership, employment, business development and community engagement— areas where we have already invested significantly and now seek independent verification to drive continuous improvement.

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"The PAIR certification demonstrates our commitment to building strong economic partnerships with Indigenous communities across Western Canada," said Cody Broster, Head of Coals and Metals Mining. "It's about creating mutual benefit and economic reconciliation over the long term."

"Indigenous communities want partners, not just vendors," said Harold Reimer, Indigenous Business Development Manager at Finning. "PAIR committed means we're  transparent in reporting on hiring, procurement, and community investment. Our communities will see exactly how we're performing and where we need to improve."

Our Indigenous Relations at a Glance

Partnership Agreements

  • Mutual Benefit Agreement with Williams Lake First Nation (B.C.)
  • Mutual Benefit Agreement with Buffalo River Dene Nation, Birch Narrows Dene Nation and Dene Energy (Saskatchewan)

Facilities on Indigenous Territory

  • Fort McKay facility on Fort McKay First Nation
  • Campbell River facility on We Wai Kai First Nation
  • Kamloops facility on Tkemlúps te Secwépemc territory

Indigenous Supplier Spend

  • $105+ million invested with Indigenous-owned businesses (2022-2024)

Training & Workforce Development

  • Tahltan Nation Development Corporation Mobile Training Centre partnership
  • BC First Nations Forestry Council Indigenous Apprenticeship scholarship program

Educational Investments

  • $750,000 total investment in Indigenous education including SAIT Aboriginal Futures Endowment Fund, BCIT Foundation programs, and Keyano College scholarships

Internal Initiatives

  • Dedicated team of three who are actively involved in connecting with Indigenous communities and businesses
  • "Indigenous Together" (INTO) Employee Resource Group
  • Membership in NAABA, CCIB, Indigenous Works and Yukon First Nations Chamber of Commerce

The PAIR program is a three-year program focused on leadership actions, employment, business development, and community relations.

“Finning is committed to reconciliation and demonstrating our dedication to meaningful progress in Indigenous relations.” added Harold.

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer, selling, renting and providing parts and service for equipment and engines to customers across diverse industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. We operate in Western Canada, South America, and UK and Ireland.