The Alto high-speed rail project will bring people across the corridor closer together, connecting communities and territories that have deep-rooted ties to the history, culture, and presence of Indigenous Peoples.
Alto’s commitment is grounded in the recognition of rights and in the important role of Indigenous Peoples throughout the lifecycle of the project. We recognize that meaningful relationships require ongoing listening, learning, and adaptation over time. Our project also seeks to contribute to long-term cultural, social, environmental, and economic benefits for future generations.
This work is guided by the following commitments:
Engage and consult early, often and in good faith
Early engagement for the project and relationship building with Indigenous communities began in the early conception phase, and this work continues today as the project advances. We are committed to maintaining ongoing, two-way dialogue with Indigenous communities and establishing relationships based on trust and respect.
We are working closely with Indigenous leadership to identify community priorities and meaningful areas of collaboration for informed participation in project studies and activities.
We will continue to fulfill the Crown’s duty to consult and, where appropriate, accommodate, with the aim of securing the free, prior, and informed consent of Indigenous communities.
Honour the rights and perspectives of Indigenous communities
Our work is informed by the knowledge, expertise, and self-determined priorities shared by Indigenous communities. We will continue to provide space for communities to bring forward their perspectives, interests, and aspirations at every stage of the project.
Create long-term socio-economic benefits and opportunities for future generations
As part of our commitment to advance economic reconciliation, we aim to create meaningful and lasting socio-economic benefits for Indigenous communities. Through collaboration with Indigenous partners, we will seek to advance opportunities for employment, skills development, training, procurement and business participation that reflect community priorities and supports meaningful participation in the project, contributing to long-term prosperity for future generations.
There is more to learn at: altotrain.ca/indigenous-engagement.
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