b'ADVERTORIALAdvancing Reconciliation through the Power of CommitmentAt GHD, our purpose is to work together with our Equitable employment: Create a diverse andclients to create lasting community benefit. As aninclusive work culture through Indigenousorganization driven by a vision to address humanitysemployment, advancement, and career development.most urgent needs, including water, energy, and community, we are deeply motivated by our purpose andCultural discovery: Promote empathy for andvalues to respect the Rights of Indigenous Peoples andan understanding of Indigenous cultures andcontribute to the ongoing process of Reconciliation. histories, including the past and ongoing harmcaused by colonial systems.Our response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canadas Call to Action 92 is GHDs commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous founded on respecting Indigenous Rights, interests,Rights is intertwined with our sustainability journey.values, and worldviews. We recognize that listening,We recognize the importance of respecting and preserving learning, and collaborating are fundamental elements the traditional knowledge, cultural heritage, and land on the path towards Reconciliation.rights of Indigenous Peoples. By engaging and partnering with Indigenous communities, we aim to incorporate their In February 2024, we launched our first perspectives into our sustainability initiatives, fostering a Reconciliation Action Plan in Canada with more inclusive and equitable approach.commitments that are based on three pillars:We would like to give a special acknowledgementMeaningful engagement: Engage and foster meaningfulto the CCABs 40th anniversary and express ourrelationships with Indigenous Peoples, apply Indigenousthanks and recognition for progress made toKnowledge and values to our work wherever possible. advance Indigenous businesses.'