Indigenous Relations

Indigenous Policy

The key management personnel and shareholders at Silverpoint have a long history of working with Indigenous stakeholders and value our relationships since starting in the environmental and vacuum/water truck business in the early 1990’s.  Gerry Kerkhoff (President & CEO) and Galin Kerkhoff (Vice President) are proud of their Métis heritage and are active members of the Métis Nation of Alberta and the Indigenous Congress of Alberta.

The Purpose of this policy:

To affirm Silverpoint Energy Services Inc.’s commitment to respecting and partnering with Indigenous Peoples, acknowledging their traditional knowledge, values, beliefs, and connections to the land.

Commitment:

1. Recognition and Respect:
   – Honor the cultural heritage and rights of Indigenous Peoples.
   – Respect the historical and ongoing connections of Indigenous Peoples to the land.
2. Reconciliation:
   – Support reconciliation efforts in Canada.
   – Embrace Call to Action #92 from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.
3. Leadership:
   – Ensure our leadership promotes Indigenous inclusion and positive results.
   – Gerry Kerkhoff and Galin Kerkhoff, both Métis actively guide
          Silverpoint’s Indigenous engagement strategies.

4.Employment:
   – Promote equitable representation of Indigenous Peoples in our workforce.
   – Create an inclusive and supportive workplace for Indigenous employees.

5. Business Development:
   – Develop and support business relationships with Indigenous-owned businesses.
   – Build these relationships on shared value and mutual respect.
6. Community Relationships:
   – Engage and collaborate with Indigenous communities.
   – Support Indigenous priorities and goals through meaningful consultation.
7. Education and Awareness:
   – Provide education and training about Indigenous cultures and histories.
   – Promote understanding of Indigenous rights and perspectives within our organization.
8. Continuous Improvement:
   – Commit to the Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) Program.
   – Regularly update our Indigenous Inclusion Policy and Strategy.

Conclusion:

Silverpoint Energy Services Inc. is committed to building respectful and beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples, fostering inclusion, supporting Indigenous communities, and contributing to reconciliation in Canada.