LIUNA Western Canada Sub-Region Indigenous Magazine 2024.

4 2 0 2 A PATH R E B M E T P FORWARD E S INDIGENOUS AFFAIRS PUBLICATION ON BEHALF OF LIUNA WESTERN CANADA SUB-REGION Wab Kinew Bringing change to Manitoba as a leader for the people. Pages 9 - 11

GRATITUDE We continue to gather, work and train on Turtle Island Our LIUNA Locals continue committed to our reconciliation efforts across Western Canada, moving forward to ensure equity and inclusion. This is the second edition of A Path Forward magazine and we are proud of the continued work that our LIUNA Locals, leaders, signatory contractors and members have been doing to remove the barriers for Indigenous workers and minority groups. We continue to provide training and skills development across the provinces to equip workers with the tools they need to be successful and pursue careers in the Trades and service sectors. Since the publication of last years edition, the first Indigenous Premier of Canada was elected in Manitoba. We worked closely with the NDP to ensure that Wab Kinew was elected. We are excited about the direction Manitoba is heading. Wab Kinew’s government has already changed legislation to make the province a less hostile, more labour friendly environment that will benefit the workers of Manitoba. As we move towards the end of the year and closer to the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, we are reminded that reconciliation is a collective and continual effort and we hope that as you turn these pages you see that we have and continue on this path forward. Nav Malhotra Business Manager & Secretary-Treasurer LIUNA Local 1611 Bob Abbott B.C. & Yukon LIUNA Vice President & Northwest Regional Manager John Desrosiers Business Manager LIUNA Local 92 Larry Villeneuve Alberta, NWT& Nunavut National Director LIUNA Indigenous Affairs Shane Sali Business Manager & Secretary-Treasurer Mark Olsen LIUNA Local 180 LIUNA Western Canada Saskatchewan Sub-Regional Manager Victor DaSilva Business Manager & Secretary-Treasurer LIUNA Local 1258 Manitoba We would like to acknowledge that our LIUNA Western Canada sub-regional office where we gather and learn is on the traditional and unceded territory of the S’ólh Téméxw (Stó:lō), Semiahmoo, Hul’qumi’num Treaty Group, Kwantlen , sc̓ əwaθenaɁɬ təməxʷ (Tsawwassen), šxʷməθkʷəy̓ əmaɁɬ təməxʷ (Musqueam), Stz’uminus and Coast Salish Peoples. This place where we conduct our business from is still the home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island and we are grateful to have the opportunity to be able to gather and thank them for their stewardship of this land.

CONTENT P. 2 HOPE BRINGS CHANGE - LARRY VILLENEUVE P. 3 K-DAYS INDIGENOUS EXPERIENCE ̓ ̓ P. 4 STⱭLƏW ANNUAL POW-WOW AND R.I.S.E. SCHOLARSHIP P. 6-7 BEARCLAW TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SCAN THE QR CODE to learn more about joining LIUNA as a P. 9-11 PREMIER WAB KINEW - A LEADER FOR THE PEOPLE OF MANITOBA member or as an employer. P. 12-13 BC LIONS PARTNERSHIP P. 15-17 ENBRIDGE -REDEFINING THE MEANING OF INDIGENOUS PARTNERSHIP P. 18 MICHELS CANADA -LEADING CANADA'S ENERGY NEEDS THROUGH INCLUSION Editor’s Message P. 19 PLCAC AND CPAC COMMITMENT TO RECONCILIATION HOPE CAN CREATE CHANGE AND WITH P. 20-21 SOMERVILLE -FORMING AUTHENTIC THAT CHANGE COMES OPPORTUNITY RELATIONSHIPS It has been a year since our last publication and a lot has P. 23-25 TRAINING TO BUILD A FUTURE - LOCAL 180 changed. LIUNA Local 1258 played a vital role in the Manitoba election and the Wab Kinew campaign. This P. 26-27 LARRY LEBOLD - LABOURER, UNION election made history, with Premier Kinew winning the LEADER, ADVOCATE AND ETERNAL election and becoming the first Indigenous Premier in OPTIMIST Canada. P. 28 PARTNERSHIP WITH PGNAETA I had the opportunity to speak with a lot of remarkable P. 29 NO THANKS I’M GOOD - HARLAN people for this edition, including; Joseph Fourre, who FOURRE’S STORY bravely shared the heartbreaking story of his son Harlan. I P. 30-31 THE MOOSE HIDE CAMPAIGN spoke with LIUNA Local 92 President Larry Lebold, who talked endlessly about his passion for people and the P. 32 HELPLINE AND CRISIS RESOURCES, labour movement. ABORIGINAL ALERT It is my hope that as you read through the articles, you are 1 touched by the human experience. We hope this Cover Photo: LIUNA Local 1611 member Sabrina publication highlights some of the individuals who are 2 Printed in British Columbia 0 making a difference. We hope it educates, inspires change E U No part of this publication may be reprinted without permission. and encourages all of us to continue to learn and grow. S S I | 4 k c i r d e r 2 F y l l e K 0 2 R Kelly Fredrick E B Tri-Fund Field Coordinator - Northwest Region M E Editor & Designer T P E S www.liunawc.com

Larry Villeneuve National Director LIUNA Indigenous Affairs ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT LIUNA’s role as a community champion extends beyond employment. We are involved in advocacy, philanthropic partnerships, and the support of Indigenous arts, culture, and language, all of which underscore our dedication to reconciliation. Indigenous LIUNA members have played a significant role in constructing some of the largest projects across Canada, a testament to their skills and contributions. While the journey towards reconciliation is complex and challenging, we remain hopeful. Increased awareness, education, ongoing collaboration, and partnerships with Indigenous communities provide reasons for hope. We are committed to making the changes needed for a better TTHHEE HHOOPPEE CCHHAANNGGEE BBRRIINNGGSS tomorrow, where Indigenous peoples are respected, their rights upheld, and their cultures celebrated—not just on In the last year, the Labourers' International Union of Indigenous Peoples Day or during National Indigenous North America (LIUNA) has remained dedicated to History Month in June, but every day. empowering Indigenous communities through our training programs, partnerships, outreach, and meaningful engagement. These initiatives represent the potential for change and the hope they offer to Indigenous communities. Indigenous LIUNA members have EXPANDING OUTREACH AND BUILDING played a significant role in constructing RELATIONSHIPS some of the largest projects across Canada, a testament to their skills and Over the last year we have hosted events that support contributions. Indigenous organizations and promote opportunity for community members, including; the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce and Jobs Canada, the LIUNA Local 92 sponsored Indigenous Experience at K-Days in Alberta and LIUNA Local 180’s concrete pad project to support As LIUNA continues to build on these efforts, the hope for the Indigenous Christian Fellowship ceremonial garden in a more inclusive and equitable future remains strong. The Saskatchewan. power of change, driven by collaboration and mutual respect, will undoubtedly pave the way for lasting positive LIUNA has been proactive in sourcing Indigenous workers impacts in the years to come. for our signatory companies across Western Canada to ensure that lucrative employment is accessible to HIY, HIY Indigenous communities. 2 PARTNERSHIPS AND FUTURE INITIATIVES Darcie Petuh 2 Larry Villeneuve 0 E Larry Villeneuve Darcie Petuh U LIUNA members and contractors are at the forefront of S National Director LIUNA LIUNA Western Canada S the energy transition and the change that it brings. We I | Indigenous Affairs Indigenous Liaison know the only way we move forward and are successful in 4 2 this transition is through partnership and involvement of 0 2 Indigenous communities and stakeholders. We are actively R E involved in the First Nation Power Authority Forums and B the LIUNA sponsored BC Natural Resource Forum. We are M E T committed to promoting sustainable development and job P E opportunities in emerging industries. S

LIUNA LOCAL 92 SPONSORS INDIGENOUS EXPERIENCE AT K-DAYS Every year for ten days, hundreds of thousands of people gather on the exhibition grounds in Edmonton, Alberta. Inside the Exhibition Hall you will find the Indigenous Experience. From the opening ceremony, to Indigenous art, culture, singers, dancers, vendors and Indigenous food offerings, this is an immersive experience that provides the opportunity to learn about Residential Schools and what Truth and Reconciliation means. It is also an opportunity to explore Indigenous history and culture of the surrounding Indigenous communities. LIUNA Local 92 returned this year to support the event and promote cultural inclusivity and sensitivity. “Our Local works in the energy and construction sectors, we know that this work cannot be done without our Indigenous communities and the skills of the workers in those communities. We continue to support the Indigenous Experience at K-Days as one of many events we support that celebrates and educates others about 3 Indigenous traditions and culture.” 2 0 John Desrosiers E U LIUNA Local 92 Business Manager S S I | 4 2 0 2 R E B M E T P E S

13 ̓ ̓ STⱭLƏW ARTS AND CULTURAL SOCIETY ANNUAL POW-WOW HONOURING CULTURE The stɑl'əw̓ Arts & Cultural Society will be hosting their annual powwow event this September. This 3-day immersive Indigenous event is hosted in Langley, British Columbia at the Langley Event Centre and welcomes hundreds of dancers competing for some of the largest prize money in the Province. a r Powwows (also spelled pow wow or pow-wow) is a be a gathering of Indigenous and Native communities to K e honour their culture. It is an opportunity to socialize u : S with one another, expressing themselves and celebrating t i d through dance, singing and drumming, art and regalia. e r o c LIUNA Local 1611 through an established relationship hot P with Kwantlen First Nations, has had the opportunity to be a proud sponsor of this event over the last few years. This weekend event hosts thousands of people who ̓ The stɑləw̓ Arts & Cultural Society is an come to share and celebrate pow wow culture. There is Indigenous women-led registered charity, also a marketplace that showcases Indigenous artistry. located on the unceded territory of Kwantlen First Nation. To learn more about this powwow scan the QR code. R.I.S.E RECONCILIATION THROUGH INDIGENOUS SCHOLARSHIP & EDUCATION LIUNA Local 1611 offers two (2) Labourers Reconciliation through Indigenous Scholarship & Education (RISE) awards to members in good standing or families of members in good standing who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit or Metis) to assist with their 4 education costs. 2 0 E U Applications will be adjudicated by a panel of S S I Local 1611 members or staff who identify as | 4 Indigenous. 2 0 2 R E B 2024 Applications are closed. M SCAN the QR Code for information E T P Spencer G. recipient of one of the 2023 R.I.S.E. regarding the 2025 applications. E S Scholarships.

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BBEEAARRCCLLAAWW TTRRAAFFFFIICC 100% MMAANNAAGGEEMMEENNTT IInnddiiggeennoouuss OOwwnneedd CHANGING WORKPLACE CULTURE by Kelly Fredrick - Tri-Fund Field Coordinator Mike Paypompee owner of Bearclaw Traffic Control is no stranger to the construction industry. He has extensive experience having worked in the oil and gas sector for over 20 years. Although he admits that workplace culture has definitely changed over the years, he knows what it’s like to feel like you are just a number. At Bearclaw the goal is to ensure that everyone working feels like it is a team, that there is a sense of belonging. 6 “That was important to me and to us, since we know what 2 it is like from our own negative experiences.” 0 E U S Mike who is from the Naotkamegwanning First Nation S I | (formerly known as Whitefish Bay First Nation) is proud of 4 2 his Ojibway heritage; “I have faced adversity and 0 2 statistically, I should be in jail or dead, but it’s about R E breaking the cycle. It’s about overcoming and not letting B M the barriers stop you. We have almost 40 staff now and E T more than 50% are Indigenous. They are succeeding and P E S doing really well,” he states.

Mike continues; “ACCESS, the Aboriginal Community Career Employment Services Society delivers the BladeRunners program and we work closely to try to place individuals within our company. We currently have two individuals from the program that have done really well.” BladeRunners provides life skills, job readiness skills, work experience, on-the-job training, job coaching and ongoing supports to unemployed or precariously employed young adults at risk. “Unfortunately, there is a stigma about flaggers and it’s terrible. I want people to know this is a profession. It can be a great career. However, because we are an Indigenous company we need to set our bar even higher because there are people that don’t want us out there and we have a lot to face with existing stereotypes,” Mike explains. One of our employees was able to buy his first car, based on the stable work environment and earning potential we were able to provide to him. That is why it is important that we create a workplace environment where people know they are safe and that they can thrive. “I am confident that we will succeed. We started just three years ago with no trucks, working at a substation. Fast forward to today, we are close to having 20 trucks and now employee 40 people. “Even our logo is a result of meaningful connections and experiences. When I was younger, I was at the Sooke Potholes Provincial Park in Sooke, B.C. We were driving along the highway, when I noticed a guy hitch hiking who looked about our age, so I picked him up. His name was Carey Neuman, and he ended up becoming a good friend. Carey is an exceptionally talented and successful artist, and he designed our logo for me. I included the medicine wheel, which is significant to me because of my Ojibway culture.” “The growth has been rapid, and I believe it’s due to the team that we 7 have built and the positive workplace environment we are creating. Our goal is to establish a safe environment where our employees feel secure 2 0 and are able to showcase their skills and abilities. We want everyone to E U succeed, and we know that together, as a team, we can achieve that.” S S I | 4 2 0 2 R E B M E T www.bearclawtraffic.ca P E S

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FOR THE WORKERS OF A LEADER MANITOBA Long before Wab Kinew was elected as the Premier of Manitoba, we started to align ourselves and support his leadership. We continued with support of his election campaign for Premier with our LIUNA boots to the ground. We knew that his vision for the workers of Manitoba was something we could stand behind with full support. It was time for change for the people of Manitoba. We had for far too long been led by a government that was complacent; a government that froze minimum wage; that cut public sector wages; and that introduced Bill 7 - legislation that eliminated card-check certification, which made it easier for employers to interfere with union organizing drives. It was clear we didn’t have a leader that supported workers rights. We needed someone that would represent the interests of the people, the workers and support the labour movement. Wab’s leadership brings a renewed sense of optimism and hope to our Province. We know that he will continue to make changes that benefit the workers in our communities, making it easier to earn a living wage, making it easier to join a Union if your workplace needs improvement and investing in infrastructure to ensure our communities continue to grow and prosper. We look forward to working with the government in the coming years to fulfill Premier Wab Kinew’s vision for the people of Manitoba. Victor DaSilva LIUNA Local 1258 Business Manager/Secretary-Treasurer 9 2 0 E U S S I | 4 2 0 2 R E B M E T P E S

WAB KINEW NDP PREMIER - PROVINCE OF MANITOBA PROTECTING MANITOBA JOBS FOR MANITOBANS Written by Premier Wab Kinew One of the great days in my time as Premier so far We’ve made worksites safer for apprentices, by was when I stood shoulder to shoulder with LIUNA bringing back the 1:1 ratio and restoring the workers to announce our once-in-a-generation Workplace Safety and Health Committee, so everyone progress for working Manitobans. in our province can go to work with the knowledge they’ll come home safe at the end of the day. Together, we announced new legislation to make it easier for the working person in our province to join Together, we are building a stronger workforce and a the workforce, join a Union and join the middle class. stronger economy for Manitoba, where people can 10 secure good jobs and afford to raise a family. Our 2 progress has been shaped by workers like you – 0 E In the biggest change to labour law in a generation, people who get up every day and head out the door to U S our government has introduced legislation to ban build energy projects, hospitals, and schools. S I | replacement workers. With this new bill, no one in 4 2 Manitoba will be able to undermine your legal right The work you do is essential, but for too long, 0 2 to strike by hiring someone to take your job. Manitoba workers had to contend with a government R E that ignored this. Instead, they focused on dividing B We’re bringing in single step certification – making people and driving up the provincial deficit. M E T it easier for workers to organize and form a union. P E S

Their cuts and closures hit the middle class the Together, we can ensure Manitoba continues to be a hardest. Costs skyrocketed, wages fell behind great place to grow up, and a great place to grow old. inflation, and services like health care were harder This is the future I want for my kids, and it’s what I to come by. want for everyone in our province. But today is a new day in Manitoba. It is a day And I know it’s a future we can realize, together. workers like you helped usher in. When you elected our government, you gave us the mandate to fix what had been broken. That meant protecting good-paying unionized jobs and making the economy more affordable for you and your family. MMAAKKIINNGG LLIIFFEE BBEETTTTEERR,, To do this, we made workplaces fairer and safer for Manitobans. We tackled high costs head-on, by TTOOGGEETTHHEERR cutting the provincial gas tax to zero and bringing about the lowest inflation in Canada for 6 months running. We’re rebuilding health care by listening to the voices of those on the And we brought forward a practical plan to balance frontlines and launching the largest the books, so that we can transform recruitment plan in Manitoba’s history: Manitoba from a “have-not" province into a “have” province. hiring 400 doctors, 300 nurses, 200 paramedics and 100 homecare To welcome new investments workers to build up health care from businesses to set up shop capacity and reduce wait times. and create good-paying Manitoba jobs for Manitobans. We’re re-opening Emergency Rooms, To build an affordable economy, starting with the Victoria Hospital. where we can encourage more skilled workers to join the front lines in health care centres across our We’re lowering costs for families by province. suspending the gas tax and introducing a $1,500 Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit. We’re creating more good Manitoba jobs for Manitobans, by investing in training, education and infrastructure. In all of this, we’re making sure we 11 We’re ending chronic homelessness continue to grow the economy and create 2 conditions for the private sector to by building affordable housing and 0 E flourish. And I am very humbled to say connecting Manitobans people with U S that we’re doing this work with unions like S mental health supports and a path I | LIUNA by our side. 4 to employment. 2 0 2 Wab Kinew R E Manitoba Premier B M E T P E S

34 BC LIONS Orange Shirt Game Day The BC Lions, along with LIUNA and our other partners, strive to create awareness around the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and promote this important message through our Orange Shirt Day game. Orange Shirt Day, which began in 2013 provides all of us, including our organization the opportunity to recommit to the ongoing process of reconciliation and to commemorate the residential school experience, to witness and honour the healing journey of the survivors and their families. 2023 marked the BC Lions’ third annual Orange Shirt Day Game, which included the raffling off of warmup jerseys to support the Orange Shirt Society and Indian Residential Schools Survivors’ Society (IRSSS), over 700 free game tickets to residential school survivors and their families, and the BC Lions, with support of LIUNA Local 1611 presented a $20,000 cheque to the Orange Shirt Society. For the Lions’ football game, the first 10,000 fans through the gates received a free orange shirt with the translation of the words ‘mountain lion’ in the Squamish and hənqəminəm (Musqueam and Tseil-Waututh) languages. The evening celebrated Indigenous performers which included; Canadian electronic duo The Halluci Nation (at halftime) and DJ Oshow (pre-game), and an Indigenous Marketplace which was presented by Destination Indigenous. “As an Organization, we feel it is important to broaden our own understanding of the painful history and ongoing impacts of residential 12 schools and will continue to do all we can within our football community.” 2 0 E U JAMIE TARAS S S I Director Community Partnerships | 4 2 0 2 Learn how to pronounce mountain lion in R hən̓ q̓ əmin̓ əm̓ , the language of the Musqueam E B and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. M E T P SCAN the QR CODE E S

32 “The work of the players and the BC Lions Organization to develop Indigenous programming is outstanding. We are proud to support their initiatives, we know that Indigenous communities face substantial barriers when it comes to participating in recreational sports and we will do all we can to support organizations, like the BC Lions, that are helping to remove those obstacles.” Nav Malhotra LIUNA Local 1611 Business Manager/ Secretary-Treasurer THE POWER OF SPORT Providing the Tools for Success and Removing the Barriers With the support of Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (ISPARC), LIUNA Local 1611 and our other partners the BC Lions are helping to create lifelong memories and friendships through the power of sport as part of our Indigenous youth program. Over the course of 5 weeks, BC Lions players work with youth from four different Indigenous communities teaching them flag football which culminates in a fun filled tournament. These youth also take part in a life skills workshop to further enhance their experience. “LIUNA partnership and support of our Indigenous programs means that we continue to provide theses experiences to the community. The BC Lions Indigenous Youth program gives the opportunity to make connections, develop teamwork and life skills and learn from professionals. Their programs build confidence and provides support to those youth that might otherwise be overlooked.” 13 2 Mark Olsen 0 E LIUNA Local 1611 President U S (Pictured 2nd from the left) S I | 4 2 0 2 SCAN the QR Code for the R E BC Lions Game Schedule B M E T P E S

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EENNBBRRIIDDGGEE ENGAGEMENT WITH COMMUNITY Enbridge engages regularly with hundreds of REDEFINING THE MEANING OF Indigenous Nations, Tribes, Governments and Groups across North America. Many have a keen interest in INDIGENOUS PARTNERSHIP resource development opportunities to build economic prosperity—and economic sovereignty—for Exploring potential financial partnerships, including their people. equity partnerships, is an example of the kind of commitment we made in our first-ever Indigenous Through our journey as one of North America’s Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), which built on a leading energy infrastructure companies, we growing track record of engagement with Indigenous recognize that Indigenous communities want to be communities and Employees. engaged in the energy transition—through the full life cycle of energy assets. Today, we are walking the walk, so to speak. With this in mind, in 2018 we adopted a company- In September 2022, Enbridge and Athabasca wide approach to engagement based on respect for Indigenous Investments announced the largest culture and the intimate connection Indigenous energy-related Indigenous partnership transaction in people have to the land, water and the environment. North America to that date. We are proud of that Changing the lens through which we all view our milestone agreement, which was our first involving relationships with Indigenous people is a big part of existing assets. reconciliation. It represents the type of change needed across industry to better align business and We’ve also forged partnerships on new projects like Indigenous interests. the East-West Tie power transmission line in northwestern Ontario and the proposed Wabamun We define equity partnership in the following carbon capture and storage project near Edmonton, manner: An equity partner receives a financial share which will be co-developed—and ultimately co- or ownership percentage in a proposed project or owned—with local Indigenous equity partners. identified assets, may be involved in decision-making, governance and oversight, and assumes some level of operational risk. Given our approach, we are often asked how Enbridge benefits from Indigenous financial partnerships.We respond with the following: Financial partnerships give us an opportunity to strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities and, as importantly, they give those communities an opportunity to benefit financially. Further, we recognize the value of partnering with Indigenous groups that have an intimate connection 15 to the land and environment. As it explains in our IRAP, we are committed to building on our growing 2 0 track record of engagement with Indigenous E U communities and employees—incorporating advice S S I into facility siting, environmental and cultural | monitoring, training and procurement opportunities 4 2 0 and financial partnerships. 2 R E B M E T P E S

ATHABASCA SEVEN STARS ENERGY Enbridge and 23 First Nation and Métis PROJECT communities announced in September 2022 an agreement whereby the communities acquired, Enbridge Inc. and Six Nations Energy collectively, an 11.57% non-operating interest in Development LP – a newly-created seven Enbridge-operated pipelines in the consortium of Cowessess First Nation, Athabasca region of northern Alberta. A newly George Gordon First Nation, created entity, Athabasca Indigenous Kahkewistahaw First Nation, Métis Nation- Investments (AII), stewarded the investment, Saskatchewan, Pasqua First Nation and which at the time represented the largest White Bear First Nations – announced energy-related Indigenous economic partnership plans on June 24, 2024 to advance transaction in North America. development of a new wind energy project southeast of Weyburn, Saskatchewan. WABAMUN CARBON HUB The Seven Stars Energy Project (the Project) is expected to produce 200 First Nations Capital Investment Partnership, have megawatts of emissions–free power – partnered with Enbridge in a proposed carbon enough to support the annual energy needs capture and storage hub west of Edmonton called of more than 100,000 Saskatchewan the Wabamun Hub. A local Métis community is homes. It will be developed, constructed also a partner in the project, which in 2024 is and operated by a wholly owned indirect under development. subsidiary of Enbridge. To learn more about Enbridge Line 3 or other projects Enbridge is involved in visit their website at: www.enbridge.com or scan the QR code. 16 “The Seven Stars Energy Project (the Project) is expected to 2 0 produce 200 megawatts of emissions–free power – enough to E U S support the annual energy needs of more than 100,000 S I | Saskatchewan homes.” 4 2 0 2 Enbridge President and CEO Al Monaco. R E B M E T P E S

COMMUNITIES BENEFITING FROM ENBRIDGE PROJECTS There are also other ways an Indigenous community can benefit from Enbridge projects and operations, as every Indigenous community is unique and will have different needs and priorities. Some of these benefits can include—but are not limited to—things like employment, contracting and business development opportunities, education and training initiatives and community investment. In 2023, we achieved the milestone of reaching $2 billion in Indigenous procurement and labour spending, for the period from 2012 to 2023. And overall all last year, our supply chain spend with Indigenous businesses and communities was $335 million. We also work in Canada and the U.S. with unions and contractors to partner on Indigenous training and hiring. Our view is that business can play a critical role in advancing reconciliation, but reconciliation at Enbridge is more than any one business transaction. Reconciliation requires a long-term, company-wide To learn more about Enbridge and their projects visit their website at: focus and our full commitment to building a better www.enbridge.com or scan the QR code. future together with Indigenous peoples. We are on that journey now. 17 2 0 E U S S I | 4 2 0 2 R E B M E T P E S

Our Kotawin with Indigenous Peoples (First Nation & Metis) allows us to work diligently to educate MICHELS CANADA ourselves on the traditions, beliefs, experiences, and use of land and resources with the help of our Indigenous Relations Team and Indigenous Strategic LEADING CANADA'S ENERGY NEEDS Plan. THROUGH INCLUSION We implement a strategy based on developing good Brian Greyeyes , Manager, Indigenous Relations relations with Canada’s Indigenous Peoples. We recognize them as valued community members and Kotawin directly translates to English as kinship or being support their active participation in our industry. related to each other. We are connected to the rest of Michels Canada is honoured to strengthening our existence and live in a region defined by relatedness. Kotawin in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Kotawin also means we are socially responsible for Manitoba and Ontario Indigenous Communities. maintaining good relationships with each other. Our Indigenous Strategic Plan supports ongoing It is crucial to Michels Canada that we forge strong relationships and business opportunities, which allows relationships with Canada’s Indigenous Peoples. Our us to set the stage for positive growth across Canada. projects create social and economic benefits, and we From the earliest possible engagement phase through take it upon ourselves to give back to Canada’s the end of construction and beyond, we treat all Indigenous Peoples communities in which we work. Indigenous communities near our operations fairly and with the utmost respect. Education, training, employment opportunities, contracting goods and services from local businesses, We recognize Indigenous Peoples’ significant role as fundraisers, or events create ways to give back to Mother Earth’s caretakers and respect her gifts of Indigenous communities. water, air and fire. We welcome opportunities to embrace their demonstration of how effective land We have a dedicated team that operates exclusively in use and rights and economic initiatives can be Indigenous Relations, allowing us to build authentic profitable and sustainable for future generations. relationships with Indigenous communities. We work diligently to educate ourselves on the traditions, beliefs, experiences, and use of land and resources. WE BELIEVE THAT COOPERATION LEADS TO PARTNERSHIP... PARTNERSHIP LEADS TO INNOVATION AND INNOVATION LEADS TO OPPORTUNITIES FOR EVERYONE INVOLVED WE DO THAT ... & MORE Many know some of Michels capabilities, but few know all we do. Learn more about our capabilities for energy, trenchless, land-based, water-based, infrastructure and heavy civil construction in the United States, Canada and internationally. Our diversified services are strategically assembled to meet our customers’ needs for critical projects. Like most, you may be surprised to discover our full range of services. 18 Michels is one of the largest, most diversified utility contractors. We are able to combine the collective strengths 2 0 of our hard-working people, our enviable equipment fleet E and our substantial experience into one team that can U S S construct and manage your project from planning to I | completion. 4 2 0 This unified approach allows Michels to 2 provide innovative solutions, consistent R E quality and the convenience of having one key B M Brian Greyeyes point of contact for all facets of a complex E T Manager, Indigenous Relations project. P E S

PLCAC AND CPAC COMMITMENT TO RECONCILIATION Kevin O’Donnell, PLCAC Executive Director The Canadian Pipeline Advisory Council (CPAC) is a co-operative joint labour management group of senior pipeline craft union representatives and officers of the PLCAC. In 2023, CPAC established the Indigenous Relations Sub-committee to promote the advancement of reconciliation by helping expand the understanding and relationship between the Association, the Council and the Indigenous People of Canada. CPAC also sponsors, attends and presents at several high profile and high impact Indigenous forums and conferences annually including the BC Natural Resources Forum, the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), and Indigenous Resources Opportunities Conference (IROC). At the 21st BC Natural Resources Forum in Prince George, BC in January 2024, Kevin O’Donnell, PLCAC Executive Director, and CPAC hosted the Honourable David Eby, Premier of British Columbia, and 250 industry representatives at a networking event. This event was ceremonially opened with traditional Indigenous drumming by the Khast’an Drummers. This was followed by a traditional blessing and welcome prayer from Lheidli Elders, Pat Seymour and Clarence John. PLCAC and CPAC value land and traditional acknowledgements as Pictured above: David Eby BC Premier (middle) both respect for Indigenous culture and also an important means of with Kevin O’Donnell, PLCAC Executive Director education. CPAC was represented at the event by Lyall Nash, (left) and Mark Olsen, LIUNA Western Canada President of TESTCO Western Ltd.; Mark Olsen, LIUNA Western Sub-Regional Manager and LIUNA Local 1611 Canada Sub-Regional Manager; Tony Pietrangelo, LIUNA Assistant President (right). Regional Manager and International Representative for Central & Eastern Canada; and Damien Stanley, International Representative, International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE). CPAC also sponsored and attended the 45th Assembly of First Nations in Montreal, Quebec this July, 2024. We are extremely proud to announce that the Pipe Line Contractors Association regular members have invested more than $3 billion dollars into Indigenous businesses and communities over the last seven years. This included a full suite of investment activities with multifaceted benefits to the various communities; direct hire; joint ventures, sub-contracts, ongoing supply chain purchases, and 19 community donations. 2 0 These investments highlight the crucial effort to foster stronger E U S connections and promote economic growth and reconciliation. They S I also reflect a broader acknowledgement of the importance of | 4 cooperation and inclusion in the planning and operation of pipeline 2 0 2 projects, ensuring Indigenous perspectives are valued and respected in R the industry’s ongoing endeavors. E Pictured above: traditional Indigenous B drumming by the Khast’an Drummers at M E the BC Natural Resource Forum T The Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada (PLCAC) has been actively supporting and P networking event. advocating for unionized pipeline construction with the government, through labour E S relations, policy review, pipeline standard codes and more for 70 years.

Somerville’s commitment to creating sustainable economic and social development within Indigenous Nations and communities is demonstrated through our collaborative engagement which focuses on providing: FORMING AUTHENTIC RELATIONSHIPS procurement opportunities Melanie Lizotte, B.A., M.Ed. employment opportunities National Manager, Indigenous Relations capacity building (apprenticeships, As National Manager of Indigenous Relations for Somerville and member of scholarships, mentorships) the Métis Nation of Alberta, it is an extremely meaningful experience to lead innovative community Somerville in forming authentic relationships with Indigenous Nations, development initiatives communities, organizations, and Peoples across Canada. Somerville is proud on-going and project-based to continue our journey as a PAIR (PAR) Certified member of the Canadian MOUs & revenue sharing Council for Indigenous Business (CCIB). agreements Highlights have included Somerville’s long-term relationship with Trade Winds to Success - an Indigenous Trades Training organization. Since 2020, Somerville has awarded scholarships/financial awards to Indigenous trainees who are pursuing apprenticeships in construction trades. Somerville has also partnered with Women Building Futures (WBF) to provide scholarships/financial awards to deserving Indigenous candidates who are training for careers including construction trades, driver training, heavy equipment technician and power engineer. In 2022-23, 21% of the women who graduated from WBF training programs were Indigenous. 20 2 “Above all, Somerville believes in 0 E supporting and funding innovative U S S I grass roots Indigenous community | 4 initiatives that address 2 0 2 Intergenerational Trauma. ” R E B M E T P E S www.rbsomerville.com

Over the past 5 years, Somerville has developed very close relationships with many amazing members of Saddle Lake Cree Nation including Elder Stewart Steinhauer - a granite carver who shares Indigenous knowledge and petroglyph teachings through his breathtaking sculptures. www.stonesculpture.ca SUPPORTING INNOVATIVE GRASS ROOTS ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIPS Somerville is grateful to have developed meaningful INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY INITIATIVES relationships with many First Nations and Tribal Above all, Somerville believes in supporting and Councils across Canada. I have been honoured to be funding innovative grass root Indigenous community welcomed by so many communities to take part in initiatives that address Intergenerational Trauma. many culturally significant practices such as Pipe Somerville has funded monthly Trauma Responsive Ceremonies, Sweat Lodges, Round Dances, Education training sessions provided by Melanie PowWow’s and even a very special Totem Pole Lizotte in several First Nation schools and unveiling ceremony at Skawahlook First Nation organizations in Western Canada. (Sq’ewa:lxw) in BC, which celebrated the work of Coast Salish wood carver, George Price. This program teaches students, teachers, and administrators about the neurobiology of trauma and In addition to providing procurement and employment shares innovative strategies to address and heal from opportunities, Somerville has engaged in economic intergenerational trauma. Somerville also funds partnerships with many First Nations to ensure that supplies and equipment related to helping students benefits from Somerville’s projects provide financial learn to regulate their stress response system. benefit back to Indigenous communities. Examples include traditional Indigenous drum building workshops for all students, desk bikes for INSPIRING EMPLOYEES every classroom, and pulse oximeters for every One of Somerville’s inspirational Indigenous student. employees is Gordy Cardinal who has worked for Somerville in various capacities including Straw and Somerville also funded a drumming exchange Foreman since 2007. Gordy had this to say: “The between Somerville staff (Nigerian and Fijian person at Somerville who has mentored me the most drummers) and students from Saddle Lake Cree and had the biggest impact is Pete deKoning who I Nation, which is another example of innovative worked with on 3 projects and who was always a team programming that Somerville funds. player with high standards and an overall great person.” PRESIDENT’S AWARD FOR INDIGENOUS Somerville wishes to extend our sincere ENGAGEMENT 21 appreciation to Gordy for his significant 2 contribution and leadership. Another innovative Indigenous initiative at 0 E Somerville, is the President’s Award for Indigenous U S As National Manager of Indigenous Relations for Engagement which was established to recognize S I | Somerville, I feel so proud to work for a company employees who make contributions to Somerville’s 4 that supports such innovative programming, and goal of furthering authentic reconciliation by 2 0 2 I feel inspired by all the exciting opportunities on developing genuine, holistic, sustainable, and R the horizon for Somerville to continue being E reciprocally rewarding relationships with Indigenous B intentional in the way we build sincere Peoples and communities. To date, 14 Somerville M E relationships with Indigenous organizations, employees from across Canada have received this T P E communities, Nations and Peoples across Canada. prestigious award. S

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TRAINING TO BUILD A FUTURE “It is great to see a new generation, coming into the industry. To see students like Rod progress and acquire the skills needed to be successful in construction. I know Rod has a bright future ahead.” John Fuchs Local 180 Training Director 23 2 0 E U S S I | 4 2 0 2 R E B M E T P E S

LIUNA LOCAL 180 CONCRETE LEVEL 1 - TRAINING Beardy's & Okemasis' Cree Nation LIUNA Local 180 continues to work with Indigenous communities across the Province to provide skills training and employment opportunities. With their most recent training course facilitated to a group of Indigenous community members on the Beardy's & Okemasis' Cree Nation. Indigenous workers continue to face barriers and stigmas regarding employment. Local 180 is working to end the stigmas surrounding Indigenous workers and to ensure they have access to skills training that provides them the opportunity for employment if they want to pursue the Trades. During the week long introductory course offered by Local 180 training facilitators, the workers were taught; use of optical levels, laser levels, and the placing and finishing of concrete flat work. The practical skills will now enable these new members to begin their apprenticeship in the Construction Craft Labourer Trade. By partnering with Beardy's Okemasis, Local 180 was able to use one of their shops to facilitate the training course and bring in the mobile training classroom to the students. Many students who live away from urban areas are willing and eager to learn, but they face accessibility barriers to the training. It is great to work with this community to meet them where they are at and bring them the tools they need to learn. Local 180 continues to work with communities to 24 remove these factors and ensure that community 2 members who want training have the 0 opportunity. E U S S I | 4 2 0 2 R E B M E T P E S

"We are continuing to use our mobile training unit throughout Saskatchewan. There is work out there and Indigenous workers just need the skills training to be able to do it. Whether it is infrastructure that is being built within the Indigenous communities or in the urban areas, if these individuals have the opportunity to gain the skills, they will have the knowledge and are more than capable of performing the work. Beardy's & Okemasis' Cree Nation was great to work with, they want to give their community members access to gain skills that will advance their lives. The students in this course worked hard, it was very hot that week and construction is not easy, especially in the extreme weather conditions. At the end of the week, they had learned transferable skills. I feel confident if they want to to pursue a career in the Trades, this introductory course is a good starting point for them. Shane Sali LIUNA Local 180 Business Manager/Secretary- Treasurer To learn more about Local 180 training and employment opportunities go to www.local180.ca or click the QR code. 25 2 0 E U S S I | 4 2 0 2 R E B M E T P E S

LLAARRRRYY LELEBBOOLLDD PROUD MÉTIS, 47 YEAR LIUNA MEMBER AND PRESIDENT OF LIUNA LOCAL 92 ON THE 26 IMPORTANCE OF INDIGENOUS INCLUSION. 2 0 E U S S I | SCAN the QR Code to learn more 4 2 0 about LIUNA Local 92 2 R E B M E T P E S

“The Unions are there for a lot of good reasons, the biggest is probably to have proper representation. The role politics plays is major. I don’t know what is going on out there. I used to go to the Labour Board for a member, I used to write my own submission. LARRY LEBOLD But, now everything goes to a hearing. Legislation works against us. It works against the working LABOURER, UNION LEADER, ADVOCATE people.” AND ETERNAL OPTIMIST “We won’t give up though. We will have a break by Kelly Fredrick - Tri-Fund Field Coordinator through, I can’t tell you when, but we will. The Métis people and Indigenous communities, you can’t give Larry Lebold, very well known around Edmonton in up, we need to keep pushing for change, to defend the construction industry and definitely known by workers.” members of Local 92. He currently serves as the President to the Local, and has been in the Union I’ve always advocated for Indigenous people because going on over 47 years. of my dad and my heritage. He would say “One of the most important things for the Union is to work with His roots in Edmonton run deep and he likes to recall the Indigenous people.” He felt it was important the days gone by, reminiscing about the old Rolland because when they were doing the oil sands, it was Family and the farmhouse that still stands. their land, it was something that was a part of him. He brought a lot of Indigenous workers in and Larry is a Red River Settlement Métis from his organized over the years. He was the key factor in mother’s side, his family like so many, suffered loss, organizing Alberta. He knew every back road. He abandonment and has had to overcome barriers. would know if there was a gas plant on which side road. He was on top of everything,” Larry explained. Larry’s father Fred Lebold was Secretary-Treasurer for the Union for over 30 years, Union is part of Larry and is all he has known. Originally starting at the Local “One of the most important things for the in 1978, he went to Ontario in 1985 to work, but Union is to work with the Indigenous people.” would transfer back in 1987 to be close to his ailing father. Fred would retire and sadly pass away only He felt it was important because when they months later. were doing the oil sands, it was their land, it “I would work on pipeline, refractory, maintenance was something that was a part of him. when the work was there. But, we hit a bad recession and I had time to go to the Union meetings, I was in Years ago, it became apparent that we needed a town and wasn’t working. I went to the meeting to more dedicated individual to make the connections nominate a guy, instead somebody nominated me. I in the communities. We were getting training and was talked into running for my dad’s position. In the they were having to bring the people to the training 1990 election - I didn’t win. However, I didn’t let that hall to get trained and then we decided that we had discourage me, I continued to go to meetings and to go to the people, to the settlements and showed compassion and I was nominated a second reserves. As a Trustee on the Training Fund, I knew time.” this had to happen and it was approved.” Larry continued; “I was elected Vice-President, then “The biggest barriers I’ve experienced, a lot of President for about 12 years and then I took the people stereotype Indigenous people. They didn’t position as Secretary-Treasurer. Ran again, didn’t win, 27 know I was Métis. When I was a kid some people Johnny brought me in as a Business Agent.” 2 didn’t let us play together with Indigenous kids. 0 People looked at them like they were dirty. People often ask him; “Larry, are you ever going to get E U I hated that. We all got to get along. My dad was married?” Larry is quick to reply; “ I am .. I am married S S I strict that all the kids in the neighbourhood play to Local 92. 92 is my life. We always have to fight for | 4 together, no matter where you came from and our livelihood, fight for the members. The greatest 2 0 my mom always had sandwiches for everyone. purpose of a Union and the Labour Movement - is the 2 R That is how I was raised and that’s how I live.” strength in numbers, unification, solidarity. We have E B to stick together.” M E T P E S

Miller and instructor Andy Smith started picking Brandon up at his house and driving him to class in the morning, which provided him with the consistency he needed, particularly during the extreme weather. Miller said, “If you were a contractor taking on a young person, Brandon is a dream.” Brandon is one of about 40 students who have taken the CCW program through the PGNAETA/LIUNA partnership. Students who take part are not only provided education and training but receive wraparound supports from PGNAETA that include everything from child care for students juggling parental duties, to conflict resolution. Every service is aimed at helping students reach their full potential. They really support the students,” says Miller. “They LIUNA LOCAL 1611 have awesome leadership and amazing people. And PARTNERSHIP the kinships that arise between students and instructors are more positive than in any other facet of training we deliver.” WITH PGNAETA Miller was presented with a leadership award at the 2024 BC Indigenous Apprenticeship Forum in recognition of his work to advance training and employment opportunities for Indigenous people. He said he is honoured by the acknowledgement and At the beginning of the year through partnership credits his team at Training PLUS for being the boots with the PGNAETA, Local 1611’s Training PLUS on the ground delivering the hundreds of hours of (Professional Labourers’ Union School) provided a training, nurturing key relationships and having all the six-week Construction Craft Worker (CCW) course many conversations in the background that are to a group of students. In addition to technical required for any program instruction, students receive training in essential skills to be successful. and take part in cultural activities. Students also get a training allowance and all PPE is provided free of cost. Transportation continues to be a barrier for many students and workers. Specifically during this program, a young student named Brandon relied on alternative transportation. When his ride became unavailable, his only alternative was taking public transportation, arriving an hour early and sitting in -15 degree weather waiting for the doors to open. Local 1611’s Training Plan Administrator Tom Miller has seen many students who let transportation 28 become a roadblock, but he was impressed by Brandon’s determination and perseverance to finish 2 “The recognition from PGNAETA is the most 0 the course. E meaningful accolade that we’ve received in U S my time.” S I | 4 2 0 Tom Miller 2 R Local 1611’s Training Plan Administrator E SCAN THE QR CODE TO SEE A LIST B M OF TRAINING COURSES BEING E T OFFERED BY LIUNA LOCAL 1611 P E S

Harlan Fourre had finished work, he was out with friends, in a small NO THANKS... town bar about 35km from the Saskatchewan border. Harlan II’’MM GGOOOODD would have no idea that evening By Kelly Fredrick - Tri-Fund Field Coordinator and one decision would become the catalyst; turning his father into a lobbyist and educator; causing the Singing Red Bear organization to be created; and media across Canada reporting his story. Devastatingly, the wheels being set in motion that evening, would result in Harlan’s death days later. Harlan had worked his way up the ranks to become a master shingler, working a decade with the same roofing company. He was a hard worker, personable and well liked. Sadly, it only took that one social gathering with friends and an uninformed decision to take ecstasy that would cause things to change indefinitely. Harlan thought he had ingested ecstasy at the bar that night, but it was laced with fentanyl. A drug poisoning that caused irreparable brain damage. His father made the heartbreaking decision to take him off of life support days later. “The reason we went public is because I received calls, and the community had reached out to me; “We didn’t realize that Harlan was an addict,” stated Harlan’s father Joseph. Harlan wasn’t an addict, in fact, he was known by his boss and coworkers for notoriously turning down drugs, stating: “No, thanks, I’m good.” “There is a drug culture in Canada that has made people, especially young people feel a false sense of security, if they are taking recreational drugs, if it’s not heroin and they aren’t living on the street, they think they are safe. They think that death caused by drugs is outside of recreational use, that they are immune to death. In this country, with the exposure to drugs and fentanyl, there is no immunity. Recreational drugs can kill you,” stated Joseph. He continues, “I think about that night that Harlan was at that bar and wonder if Harlan had known the risk, had been made aware of the thousands of people dying from drug poisonings, if he would have stuck to his ‘No thanks, I’m good.’ This is drug poisoning, if you take something thinking it’s marijuana or ecstasy and it’s laced with fentanyl, that is drug poisoning.” “My son’s death should teach people, when it comes to drugs, nobody is safe. Harlan’s father (Joseph Fourre A lot of people will say that they know their dealer, but do you know your pictured above right) recently 29 announced the creation of the dealer’s dealer and their dealer and their dealer? Drugs are about greed and Singing Red Bear Foundation to 2 all they want is money, drug dealers aren’t your friend, ” Joseph explains. 0 further the work of awareness E U and change. To support the S Just like Harlan loved his job as a master roofer, Joseph explains, “This is S I campaign and join their annual | now my labour of love. That one decision that resulted in his death is now 4 walk - check out the Facebook his legacy and no matter how painful it is for me, I know that the end 2 0 page. 2 justifies the means. His life mattered and hopefully, it will save other lives.” R E B His legacy is making people aware, especially young Follow and support M E the “No Thanks, I’m T people, that it is o.k. to say “No thanks, I’m good,” P Good” Campaign on E it might just save your life. Facebook S

THE MOOSE HIDE CAMPAIGN TAKING A STAND AGAINST GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE The Moose Hide Campaign is a powerful initiative aiming to end gender-based violence in Canada. Rooted in a deeply personal story and driven by a mission to create widespread change, this campaign has grown from a small grassroots movement to a national symbol of commitment to safety, respect, and equality. Founded in 2011 by Raven Lacerte and her father, Paul, the Moose Hide Campaign began along the Highway of Tears in British Columbia, where many Indigenous women have gone missing or been murdered. This tragic reality sparked a movement to address the pervasive issue of violence against women and children, particularly Indigenous women and girls. “The Moose Hide Campaign began as a small act of love and protection,” says Raven Lacerte, Co-founder of the Moose Hide Campaign. “My father and I wanted to honour the women in our lives and create a platform where men could take a stand against violence.” The campaign's symbol, a small square of moose hide, is worn as a pledge to take action against violence. It serves both as a conversation starter and a constant reminder of the commitment to ending gender-based violence. Each moose hide pin is considered medicine for a social ailment within our society, helping to heal the wounds caused by domestic and gender-based violence. Remarkably, each moose hide pin has been shown to spark five conversations about the issue, significantly raising awareness and encouraging others to get involved. The annual Moose Hide Campaign Day ceremony sees hundreds of thousands of participants from public, private, union, education, and government sectors showing their support. People across Canada are encouraged to wear the moose hide pin and participate in 30 events, fostering a collective commitment to ending gender-based violence. Additionally, participants are invited to fast in ceremony 2 0 on Moose Hide Campaign Day to deepen their commitment and E U resolve. S S I | 4 2 0 2 R The Story of the Moose Hide Campaign Video E B M SCAN THE QR CODE E T P E S

One of the primary objectives of the Moose Hide Campaign is to increase awareness about the “Every time someone wears the moose prevalence and impact of gender-based violence, hide, it sends a message that violence including domestic violence. By initiating conversations is unacceptable, and that change is and providing educational resources, the campaign possible. Our goal is to create a helps to break the silence and stigma that often cultural shift where respect and safety surround this issue. The campaign specifically calls on men and boys to be active participants in ending are the norms, not the exceptions.” gender-based violence, challenging harmful behaviors, promoting respectful relationships, and supporting Raven Lacerte women and girls in their communities. The Moose Hide Campaign relies upon community champions and partnerships to amplify its message and bring it to their own communities. Organizations with a strong commitment to advocacy and member welfare By promoting respect, safety, and support for play a crucial role in this endeavor, helping to enhance survivors, the Moose Hide Campaign is helping to the campaign's reach and impact. create a cultural shift where gender-based violence is no longer tolerated. It emphasizes the importance of LIUNA, with its long-standing commitment to individual and collective responsibility in ending advocating for workers' rights and improving the lives violence and building a society where everyone can live of its members, was a significant ally in sharing free from fear and harm. “The journey to end gender- information about the Campaign, as well as generously based violence is long and challenging, but every step supporting the distribution of pins at events. we take brings us closer to a future where everyone is safe and valued,” continued Raven Lacerte. “We all Gender-based violence affects everyone, regardless of have a role to play in making this vision a reality.” profession or background, and its impacts can be devastating on individuals and communities. By We encourage all members of the LIUNA to support endorsing and participating in the Moose Hide this important cause by ordering a moose hide pin, a Campaign, LIUNA helped raise awareness, promote free gift of Indigenous medicine, on the Moose Hide safe work environments, support affected members, Campaign website. By doing so, you take a stand and encourage male allies to stand up against violence. against gender-based violence and help spread the message of respect and safety for all. Together, we can In addition to its core initiatives, the Moose Hide make a difference and ensure a future where respect Campaign has introduced a new training program called and safety are fundamental rights for everyone. "We Are Medicine." This self-paced, 5-part learning journey invites everyday Canadians to discover how To support the Moosehide Campaign they can be medicine to end violence in their homes, communities, and workplaces. The program offers SCAN the QR or practical guidance supported by 90 minutes of video visit: moosehidecampaign.ca content led by Indigenous Wisdom Carriers from across Turtle Island and the Moose Hide Campaign. "We Are Medicine" empowers individuals with the knowledge and tools to contribute to ending violence in Canada. 31 2 0 E U S S I | 4 2 0 2 R E B M E T P E S

HOPE FOR WELLNESS CRISIS HELP LINE ABORIGINAL ALERT If you're experiencing emotional distress and want to WHAT IS ABORIGINAL ALERT? talk, call the First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Aboriginal Alert is an Aboriginal-led, grassroots Help Line at 1-855-242-3310 or the online chat at initiative established to alert and raise awareness hopeforwellness.ca. It's toll-free and open 24 hours a about missing Aboriginal people. day, 7 days a week. They add profiles, and information about missing If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, and located Aboriginal people to the Aboriginal call 9-1-1 or the number for emergency services in Alert website daily, as well as to social media your community. platforms, like Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). Their system also allows them to send email notifications to registered users who are within a 100 km radius of the area of the missing person. NATIONAL INDIAN The goal is to help find individuals who are missing and to provide support to their families by posting missing people alerts. The faster the RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL public can alerted about a missing Aboriginal person, the better their chances of being found. CRISIS LINE The Aboriginal Alert website is managed and Counselling, as well as cultural and emotional support, updated daily by a small team of committed is also available through the Indian Residential Schools individuals. Resolution Health Support Program for eligible former students and their families. How does Aboriginal Alert help families with missing loved ones? In addition to sharing Canada-wide information The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line on missing Aboriginal people, the website also provides 24-hour crisis support to former Indian offers resources for people to create posters of Residential School students and their families their missing loved one, onsite reporting of a toll-free at 1-866-925-4419. missing loved one and resources to help people stay safe. Individuals impacted by the issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ Aboriginal Alert has a network of more than six people are encouraged to contact the MMIWG Crisis hundred Community Champions who receive missing Aboriginal people alerts and are within a Line toll-free at 1-844-413-6649. 100 km radius of the area of the missing person. Please contact the Indigenous Services Canada regional office in your province or territory (or, for those in British Columbia, the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)) to access services through the SCAN THE QR CODE Resolution Health Support Program. To learn more or sign up now. 32 2 0 E U S S I | 4 2 0 For First Nations and Inuit For First Nations Health 2 R health regional office Authority (FNHA) E B information scan the QR information scan the QR M E code. code. T P E S

UNION 101 DDOO UUNINIOONSNS PPRROOVVIIDDEE GGEENDNDEERR WWAAGGEE EEQQUUIITTYY?? WHAT DO UNIONS DO? YES. Collective agreements ensure that there is no Unions act for workers to advance their interests, as a group, discrimination, harassment or bullying and that to improve their working conditions. With a union in the jobsites are inclusive. Collective agreements ensure all workplace, you and your coworkers can negotiate the terms of individuals are paid the same. your work (e.g. wages, schedules, overtime, pension and Unions are also credited for significantly increasing benefits to name a few) by creating a legally binding industry standard wage rates for all workers and agreement, called a Collective Agreement. creating wage equity in all sectors. WHY DO WORKERS ORGANIZE? LIUNA lobbying for Project Labour Agreements on Some of the most common reasons for unionizing a projects which ensure equity hiring provisions, giving workplace include: wages, sick days, medical benefits, pension everyone a fair change and leveling the playing field. benefits, inconsistent scheduling with a poor work/life balance, wage and tip theft, harassment or discrimination, ARE UNION WORKPLACES SAFER? workload, hiring/firing/promotion practices, an unsafe work environment and/or a lack of recognition. YES. Unionization is associated with a 25% lower rate of injury, according to a study by the Institute for Work and Health, which focused on the institutional, DOES THE UNION EMPLOY MEMBERS? commercial and industrial (ICI)construction sector and used workers’ compensation injury data from 2012 to LIUNA has a dispatch board and dispatches our members to 2018. employers that have labour service agreements with our Union. We do not employ our members directly. DOES LIUNA PROVIDE TRAINING TO MEMBERS? WORKING FOR WORKERS FOR OVER 100 YEARS YES. Training and education is a major priority for LIUNA. Our training facilities provide courses year round and additional Scan the QR code to mobile training offerings to ensure members in all areas of learn more. Canada have the training they need to keep their skills up-to- date. This keeps our members the most skilled in the industry. Source: www.iwh.on.ca

LIUNA NORTHWEST REGIONAL OFFICE Suite 140 - 12201 Tukwila International Blvd., Seattle, WA 98168-5121 Phone: (206) 441-6507 www.nwliuna.org LIUNA WESTERN CANADA SUB-REGION #203 - 15127 100th Avenue Surrey, BC V3R 0N9 604-951-8877 www.liuna-wc.ca BRITISH COLUMBIA LIUNA Local 1611 Phone: 604-541-1611 www.cswu1611.org ALBERTA LIUNA Local 92 Phone: 780-426-6630 www.local92.com SASKATCHEWAN LIUNA Local 180 Phone: 306-525-2336 www.local180.ca MANITOBA LIUNA Local 1258 Phone: 204-942-7193 www.local1258.ca LIUNA Western Canada Sub-Region is proudly part of the Northwest Region.