Building Strong Relationships
Superior Propane works with more than one-third of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities across Canada, helping to reduce dependency on diesel fuel by being the trusted propane supplier for heating and power solutions that fit economic and environmental needs. We believe it is important to support initiatives that help cultivate prosperous First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities, with a focus on education and employment opportunities.
Our Journey
Steps we are making on our corporate journey to reconciliation include:
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Enhancing Superior’s Indigenous supplier networkWe work with the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) and Advanced Business Match (ABM) to strengthen Superior’s connections with Indigenous businesses and communities and develop relationships focused on partnering for mutual success.
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Opening doors to education, skill building and employment opportunities for Indigenous youthSuperior is investing in the future of Indigenous youth with awarding 12 annual education bursaries through its partnership with Indspire’s Building Brighter Futures program, as well as its national sponsorship of the Outland Youth Employment Program’s (OYEP) annual Indigenous summer life skills and employment training camps.
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Developing recruitment strategies to grow Indigenous employmentThree percent of Superior Propane’s staff self-identify as Indigenous, and we continue to work closely with many Indigenous communities in an effort to create awareness of employment opportunities.
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Conducting mandatory Indigenous awareness trainingAll staff must complete Indigenous awareness training and all new employees must complete an online training module as part of the onboarding process. Topics include: why it is essential to acknowledge the territory and history of Indigenous peoples of Canada, including the impact of treaties, residential schools, the Indian Act, land management, multigenerational trauma, Indigenous rights and title, cultural, ceremonial and spiritual traditions and reconciliation.
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Increasing awareness among our stakeholdersThrough social media and internal communications, Superior Propane shares inspiring stories of Indigenous peoples across Canada, highlights best practices for working with Indigenous communities, and acknowledges National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day to raise awareness of the history and impact.
Our Impact
Recipients of Superior Propane’s Bursaries for Indigenous Students share their stories. Learn more about Indspire’s Building Brighter Futures program and apply this academic year.
Indigenous Employment at Superior
“As a Métis employee, I am proud to be part of Superior Propane. The attention and focus on Indigenous culture, and the understanding and willingness to work with each individual community shows Superior’s commitment to this promise on a personal level. I do not know of any other business that would, or has, taken on this objective the way Superior has.”
Ted Lavallie, Territory Sales Representative, Superior Propane
Our Partnerships