Aboriginal Relations
At PTI, we have a long history of building sustainable relationships with Aboriginal communities. Committed to developing employment and training opportunities, supporting local business, engaging community investment and respecting cultural and environmental rights, our partnerships enhance community capacity and bring opportunities to Aboriginal Nations.
- Number one private sector contractor of northern and Aboriginal workers in our industry
- Proud member of: CAMA (Canadian Aboriginal Minerals Association), AHRC (Aboriginal Human Resource Council), NAABA (Northeast Alberta Aboriginal Business Association), CANDO (Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers), CCAR (Council on Corporate Aboriginal Relations)
- Affiliations with post-secondary institutions encourage on-the-job paid apprenticeship training in culinary arts, construction and manufacturing
- Certification with the Federal Contractors Program for Employment Equity ensures that members of the Aboriginal community are represented on our workforce.
Strength in community
Many of the resource industries we serve operate in close proximity to Aboriginal communities and their traditional territories. As a responsible corporate citizen and neighbor, we work proactively to identify opportunities where meaningful and tangible benefits can flow back to the community.

