06/04/2026
Exceptional work is underway across the country when it comes to partnerships among Indigenous communities, governments, employers, and skilled trades training providers.
The Goal: Expand apprenticeship access, remove participation barriers, and ensure Indigenous workers share in the benefits of Canada’s infrastructure, energy, defence, and major project investments.
Together, this translates into 41 actionable commitments to complete by 2029, and Nova Scotia's Building Trades are proud to participate. Thanks to Canada's Building Trades Unions for taking the lead on this important effort.
CBTU’s Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP) sets out a clear, national framework to advance Indigenous participation, leadership, and economic opportunity across the unionized construction sector.
Developed with support from Mokwateh and engagement across the CBTU network, the plan outlines 41 actionable commitments to be completed by 2029.
Through 4 pillars, our actions are focused on expanding access to training and careers, strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities, increasing participation in procurement and major projects, and embedding accountability within our governance.
Our IRAP provides practical tools, measurable goals, and a roadmap for affiliates and partners to take action.
Read the full report and explore the path forward. Download from our website, herehttps://www.buildingtrades.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-2029-CBTU-IRAP.pdf
