Indigenous Opportunities

Welcome to the FMRP

The Faro Mine Remediation Project is entirely within the asserted traditional territory of the Kaska Nation. To support project employment goals in recruitment and retention of indigenous staff, the FMRP celebrates Kaska culture and drives workplace equity and diversity.

Tsu Zul

Welcome to the FMRP, known as Tse Zul

The Faro Mine Remediation Project is entirely within the asserted traditional territory of the Kaska Nation.

Due to the project’s location, the Ross River Dena Council, Liard First Nation and the Selkirk First Nation have been recognized as affected by the Faro Mine Site. They are consulted on an ongoing basis, so the Project incorporates their input. The Government of Canada funds the Project and leads the Remediation Plan design and regulatory process.

The FMRP is committed to responsible economic development through respecting the principles of reconciliation and promoting Indigenous participation in the economy.

To support project employment goals in recruitment and retention of indigenous staff, the FMRP celebrates Kaska culture and drives workplace equity and diversity. The site continually works toward developing a more culturally aware and culturally sensitive environment for workers. At the FMRP we embrace the use of the Kaska language and provide opportunities for staff to participate in cultural events hosted on-site and in the communities.

Employment and Training

Opportunities For Kaska and Other Indigenous Citizens

Employment

Kaska and other indigenous citizens have several opportunities to get involved with the Project at different levels. The FMRP office can connect potential workers with seasonal work opportunities, full-time permanent positions, contract work, leadership roles and management positions. The FMRP wants you to succeed at whatever aspect of the project you work within. Let us help you discover a pathway to career growth and success as a key member of the FMRP team.

The FMRP Office is here to help you discover and pursue employment within the Project. Experienced tradespersons who want to grow their careers or train into additional or complimentary skills will find ample opportunity to do so at the FMRP.

New workers looking to pursue trade certification, apprenticeships or gain valuable work experience will also find opportunities at FMRP. Call our office or stop by in person to discover what we have to offer.

Training

Our training programs instill motivation to enhance job performance and are created with the goal of an employee’s long-term development. Common training practices include orientations, classroom presentations, e-learning, and on-the-job training. Certified training programs, post-secondary course work and degrees, apprenticeship programs, on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities are all available in several disciplines related to trades, water treatment, mine rescue, environmental sciences, business, and entrepreneurship.

Looking to pivot and train into an entirely new line of work? Maybe we can help. Let’s Connect.

IOCS EXPLAINED
Indigenous Procurement and Subcontracting

Indigenous Procurement

Policies and strategies such as Indigenous Opportunities Considerations (IOC) as evaluation criteria in procurements and the Procurement Strategy for Aboriginal Business (PSAB) have been implemented to facilitate opportunities for indigenous peoples, communities, and businesses.

Indigenous Opportunities Considerations (IOC)

Indigenous Opportunities Considerations (IOC) is a procurement and contracting mechanism used within the Project and are encouraged on every work package. IOCs are a plan of action designed to maximize Indigenous employment, training, skills development, and subcontracting. The intent of the IOC is to maximize the involvement of Kaska Dena citizens and suppliers through the course of the project and during the implementation of Construction Work Packages.
All procurements tendered by the Main Construction Manager for the Faro Mine Remediation Project must include an IOC, unless otherwise approved by Canada. The application of the IOC requires bidders to set targets and make commitments to maximize employment, training, subcontracting, suppliers, and other socio-economic opportunities for the Kaska Dena.