Testimonials
For the past four years, BC Ferries has been working on master plans for its 47 terminals. Since our terminals our located on the traditional lands of First Nations, consultation and relationship building with them is vital. For the last three and half years Arbutus Consulting has been a valuable member of our planning team, focusing on establishing relationships with First Nations. Laureen 's experience and expertise in this area has allowed us to move forward with our plans.
Manuel Achadinha
Vice President
Terminal Operations
BC Ferries
Arbutus Consulting clearly understands what it takes for business and Aboriginal organizations to succeed in their relationship-building and development objectives. Their wealth of experience in working with Aboriginal communities and the gas industry enables her to deliver analysis and strategic advice that has been very meaningful and immediately useful.
Bruce Falstead
Aboriginal Relations Manager
Terasen Gas
AMEC: Arbutus is providing support on the Northern Gateway Pipeline Project in environment and Aboriginal engagement.
The Enbridge Northern Gateway Project involves the construction and operation of twin pipelines running approximately 1,173 kilometres from Bruderheim, Alberta to a new marine terminal in Kitimat, BC. One 36-inch, 525,000 bpd pipeline, will carry export petroleum west, and a second 20-inch, 193,000 bpd pipeline, will carry import condensate east. Arbutus is focused in two areas related to the project. One is Environmental Support, Aboriginal Relations for the Central BC Region, in the Northwest to Kitimat and on the coast. Arbutus is also working with Enbridge to develop an Aboriginal Training, Employment and Business Opportunities strategy mapping out the potential for economic opportunities for Aboriginal peoples all along the Right-of-Way. www.amec.com
Terrane Metals: Arbutus is advising and supporting Aboriginal engagement and the development of a Sustainability Strategy for the proposed Mt. Milligan mine project. www.terranemetals.com
Brookfield Renewable Power Inc.: Arbutus is supporting the development of independent power projects (run of river and wind) in several regions of British Columbia, and Ontario. Arbutus provides leadership and guidance on early relationship building well in advance of proposed project work specific to relationship building, and archaeological and environmental assessments with numerous First Nations throughout the Province of BC. www.brookfieldpower.com
BC Ferry Services Inc.: Arbutus is providing counsel and assistance with the creation and implementation of an Aboriginal Relations Strategy, a First Nations Consultation Policy & Process, an Aboriginal Business Development Strategy and Aboriginal and community consultation for projects. These are intended to support the restructured corporation’s master and capital planning, and to engage First Nations in economic opportunities related to both the projects and ongoing maintenance. www.bcferries.com
Minerva Foundation for BC Women: Arbutus managed a project in partnership with Aboriginal women leaders to develop a range of leadership, mentoring and educational support programs. Called Combining our Strength, the set of programs has attracted substantial support from Aboriginal leaders, industry and government.
Vancouver Port Authority: Arbutus developed, advised and assisted VPA with its Aboriginal Relations Strategy in support of project and operational needs in the Lower Mainland.
Industry Council for Aboriginal Business: Represented by major corporations and aboriginal business organizations, the ICAB was created to increase economic opportunity by fostering successful working relationships between industry and aboriginal business. www.icab.ca
Arbutus prepared ICAB's toolkit on corporate-Aboriginal partnerships entitled: Making the Grade: A Guide to Success for Corporate-Aboriginal Initiatives
BC Transmission Corporation: Arbutus assisted with establishing an Aboriginal Relations strategy, including business development and engagement strategies to support BCTC’s project and ongoing operational activities. www.bctransco.com
Indian and Northern Affairs Canada, Aboriginal Workforce Participation Initiative:Arbutus created a British Columbia region supplement for the national toolkit that provides employers with contact information for employment and education services, demographic information and business development initiatives.
Aboriginal Workforce Participation Initiative.
