Commitments
Recruiting & Onboarding
Land acknowledgement in orientation
Commitment 5:
Employers commit to including meaningful land acknowledgements in recruitment materials and onboarding processes to recognize the traditional territory, honour Indigenous Peoples, and demonstrate a genuine commitment to truth and reconciliation from the outset of an employee’s journey.
Employer Actions
Organizations should incorporate meaningful land acknowledgements and reconciliation learning into recruitment and onboarding practices. To fulfill this commitment, organizations are encouraged to:
Include a land acknowledgement in orientation materials or welcome packages to demonstrate understanding and respect for First Nations history and recognize that New Brunswick is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territories of the Wolastoqey, Mi'gmaw, and Peskotomuhkati peoples
Explain the purpose and significance of land acknowledgements and their connection to reconciliation
Provide learning opportunities related to Indigenous histories, cultures, and reconciliation
Encourage respectful and ongoing learning related to Indigenous perspectives and experiences
Gather employee feedback on how reconciliation principles can be reflected in workplace culture and practices
Evidence Requirements
To complete this commitment, organizations are asked to:
Include a land acknowledgement and/or reconciliation learning within onboarding or orientation practices
Provide employees, volunteers, leadership, or Board members with opportunities to learn about Indigenous histories, communities, cultures, or reconciliation
Use at least one Indigenous-created or Indigenous-led resource, learning opportunity, or community support
Submit a short reflection describing actions taken and future opportunities for learning and reconciliation
Evidence may include:
Orientation or onboarding materials
Land acknowledgement examples
Internal communications or learning materials
Training participation records or event information
Reflection summary
Impact
Including land acknowledgements during recruitment and onboarding shows respect for Indigenous Peoples, histories, and cultures. It also demonstrates that the organization’s commitment to truth and reconciliation is meaningful and part of workplace culture. These practices help create workplaces that value learning, respect, and inclusion.
Resources & Support
Indigenous Community Supports & Learning Opportunities
Land Acknowledgement & Reconciliation Learning Resources
Local Indigenous Communities
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