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
- 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
- Rely on the lived and learned experience of Indigenous peoples, which is central to our organization and advocacy efforts
- 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
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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