Aboriginal Relations

Building relationships

Companies operating on First Nations’ traditional territory understand the need to build mutually beneficial relationships based on honesty, trust and sound business practices. Unsettled land claims, environmentalism and mistrust of government institutions are growing concerns for many First Nations and can create hurdles which compromise project development. PR Associates has developed exceptional expertise in working with First Nation communities, governments and economic development corporations.  We understand the issues that are of most concern to First Nations in both a social and cultural context and can provide parties with a better appreciation of their respective roles to address issues in a respectful and consensual manner. 

PR Associates’ Aboriginal affairs practice combined with our stakeholder outreach and public affairs expertise allows us to offer the most valuable insight available on First Nation issues and concerns, government policies, First Nations government policies, economic development and regulatory matters. From this depth of knowledge we effectively assess our clients’ priorities and needs, define the strategy best adapted to the local environment, and determine the communication frameworks needed to effectively implement the project in First Nation communities.

PR Associates has a joint venture with the Tahltan Nation Development Corporation (Tahltan-PR National Communications) which offers extensive communications and government relations services for First Nations organizations and communities.