The private sector has a role to play in reconciliation – Ottawa Business Journal

September 23, 2024

Reconciliation in Canada is not just a moral imperative or a historical reckoning. It’s a societal transformation that must involve every sector, especially the private sector. While public institutions and governments have made strides toward acknowledging and addressing the harms done to Indigenous peoples, the private sector has a significant and largely untapped role to play in the reconciliation process. The dream of reconciliation can only be realized through the active and intentional involvement of Canadian businesses, whose efforts are essential to bridging the gaps and fostering equality.

As the national conversation around reconciliation gains momentum, it is increasingly clear that corporations and private enterprises must evolve from passive observers to proactive participants. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action included specific mandates for corporate Canada, yet much of the private sector has yet to meaningfully engage with these directives. For true reconciliation to take root, businesses must not only recognize the past but commit to supporting Indigenous communities through tangible actions, partnerships, and investments.

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