Who We Are
The Indigenous Resource Network (IRN) is a grassroots organization that was established by Indigenous workers for Indigenous workers to provide a platform for workers, business owners, leaders and their allies who support full Indigenous equitable inclusion in the natural resource sector.
Through advocacy, storytelling, education, and partnership-building, the IRN creates opportunities to promote and share responsible economic development and foster self-sufficiency and pride for Indigenous peoples and their communities across Canada.
Our Values
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Have a positive and non-partisan message
- Respect for ourselves and for others
- Focus on the stories and journeys of workers, business owners and community members
- Independence in our messaging
- A safe space for Indigenous people to share their own stories
- Honour differences between cultures, traditions, and protocols
- Open and transparent
- Avoid polarization and focus on balanced perspectives and solutions for moving forward
- Provide credible information
- Celebrate mutually beneficial partnerships between Indigenous communities and industry
- Advocacy for fair and appropriate inclusion of Indigenous peoples in the resource projects that take place on our territories, including as workers, contractors, partners and equity owners
- Rely on the lived and learned experience of Indigenous peoples, which is central to our organization and advocacy efforts.
Our Vision
The IRN envisions a Canada where Indigenous people enjoy full and equitable access to efficient and sustainable natural resource development.
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