Aboriginal Relations Policy

Access Pipeline Inc. (‘Access’) recognizes Aboriginal peoples as key stakeholders in many of our business activities. With Access operating facilities near Aboriginal communities we believe that by developing positive relationships with the communities whose lives are impacted by our activities, we can work together towards finding mutually acceptable solutions.

The purpose of this policy is to provide employees with Access’ principles and values that will govern interactions with Aboriginal peoples.

Principles and Values:

Access’ core values of integrity, trust and respect, provide the guidance for day to day relations with aboriginal peoples, and were the foundation in creating the following principles:

• Access respects the diversity of Aboriginal cultures, recognizes the importance of the people’s heritage and will work with communities to develop productive relationships based on mutual respect and trust;
• Access will listen to the views expressed by Aboriginal peoples, and endeavor to conduct activities in a manner that respects these views; balance the social and economic benefits associated with Access’ business activities to ensure opportunities are available to all local communities;
• Access will support higher learning of Aboriginal peoples through work experience and skill development opportunities;
• Access encourages employees where feasible, to utilize Aboriginal peoples, businesses, and contractors in our business activities and operations.

It is Access’ policy to ensure its employees are aware of and conduct business activities in accordance with the outlined principles.