Local Communities
LNG Canada is committed to ensuring benefits from our project flow to local communities.
Investing in Our Communities
We value the diversity and rich cultural heritage of our local communities and aim to be the best neighbours we can be, which is why we partner with local organizations to understand and meet community needs.
LNG Canada has invested more than $4.7 billion in contracts and procurement to businesses in British Columbia, including more than $3.8 billion awarded to Indigenous-owned and local area businesses.
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Our Commitment to Kitimat and Local Communities
When we started in 2014, we worked together with Kitimat residents and local stakeholders to develop a Community Charter that outlines our commitments. We continue to live by this charter every day.
Our Commitment to Reconciliation
We acknowledge that we operate within the traditional territory of the Haisla Nation, and will operate with the expressed agreement of the Gitga’at First Nation, Gitxaala Nation, Kitselas First Nation, Kitsumkalum First Nation, Lax Kw’alaams First Nation, Metlakatla First Nation and Métis Nation British Columbia.
We affirm Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission findings that economic reconciliation is critical to true reconciliation including access to jobs, training, and education, and ensuring that Indigenous communities acquire sustainable, long-term benefits from economic development projects like ours.
Our Commitment to the Safety of Indigenous Women, Girls & 2SLGBTQQIA People
LNG Canada acknowledges the potential social impacts large-scale resource development projects can have on communities, and particularly on vulnerable populations, including Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA people. LNG Canada is committed to participating in a cross-Ministry Working Group with the goal of improving safety and well-being of Indigenous women and children in settings of industrial change.
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- Ensuring that Indigenous and non-Indigenous women live and work in a safe, secure and respectful LNG Canada environment.
- Creating a diverse, inclusive and welcoming work environment for all people working with our project. We incorporate Indigenous knowledge into all aspects and stages of project planning, assessment, implementation, management and monitoring, paying particular attention to the safety and well-being of vulnerable members of Indigenous communities.
- Incorporating input and feedback from Indigenous and non-Indigenous women working in the trades into the design and operations of Cedar Valley Lodge, our workforce accommodation centre. We have listened to and learned from the experience women have had in the past, to inform the design and supports required to provide safe and secure living accommodations. We maintain a respectful workplace and enforce zero tolerance of harassment, hazing or bullying of any kind.
- Listening to and learning from the experience of Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA people to ensure LNG Canada takes into account and addresses their concerns for safety and security.
- Sharing value with Indigenous communities impacted by the development of LNG Canada. This is a core principle that underpins the development of our project. We are committed to ongoing collaboration with Indigenous communities to ensure this mutual benefit continues throughout the life of our project.
- Removing barriers to Indigenous women’s participation in the workforce. LNG Canada continues to work closely with Indigenous groups to ensure that education and training programs support the development of a diverse and inclusive workforce. We will engage in ongoing consultation with Indigenous communities through the life of the project, to better understand, address and remove barriers to equal participation.
- Developing and continually monitoring a detailed social impact management plan that anticipates and acknowledges demands on social infrastructure from Indigenous communities impacted by our project, and that identifies measures to minimize those impacts.
Opportunities for Community Investment
We value our local communities and we’re always excited to give back to ensure the growth and sustainability for all residents. We invest in programs related to workforce and enterprise, environment, community wellness and education.
News & Stories
Oct 10, 2024
News
Relationships First: LNG Canada’s Journey to Reconciliation
In recognition of National Truth and Reconciliation Day, LNG Canada is proud to share the beginnings of our reconciliation journey.
Apr 15, 2024
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A Powerful Journey: How a unique training program is launching new careers in B.C.
After months of training and dedication, a diverse group of British Columbians has landed power engineering roles with LNG Canada and other organizations close to home
Jan 12, 2024
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Back to Nature
Restoring Sumgas Creek has enhanced local habitat and improved public access.
